A $9 clay mask that promises the 'world's most powerful facial'
Amazon rating: 4.4 stars out of 18,300+ reviews
More than 12,000 five-star Amazon reviews, plus the glowing approval of Insider Picks reporter Mara Leighton, confirm that this affordable clay mask is no ordinary mask. Keep it on for five to 10 minutes and it draws out impurities to make your skin clearer and smoother.
A plant-based vitamin C serum
Amazon rating: 4.3 stars out of 9,800+ reviews
Acne sufferers have noticed a marked reduction in the number of breakouts after consistent use of this gentle serum. The great part is that it's not only for acne — it also helps with fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and sun spots.
A gentle cream that harnesses the power of tea tree oil
Amazon rating: 4.4 stars out of 60+ reviews
If you have to deal with deep, painful cystic acne, you'll appreciate this tea tree oil treatment designed for sensitive skin. The tea tree oil dries out the gunk in your pimples without drying out your actual skin.
An award-winning drying lotion from a popular brand
Amazon rating: 4.2 stars out of 2,100+ reviews
The powerful drying lotion has been described as "magic" for zapping whiteheads overnight. Dab a bit on your whitehead and it should be gone in the morning. A little goes a long way and the bottle can last you half a year.
A face and body wash with 10% benzoyl peroxide
Amazon rating: 5 stars out of 2 reviews
Based on the before-and-after photos, this treatment proves benzoyl peroxide will almost always be a good solution to moderate and severe acne. However, it contains a high concentration of the medication, so if you have sensitive skin, you might want to steer clear.
A spot treatment containing bentonite clay and packed with essential oils
Amazon rating: 4.3 stars out of 1,100+ reviews
Like the Aztec Healing Mask, TreeActiv's treatment contains bentonite clay to reduce inflammation and detoxify your skin. It also contains pink grapefruit essential oil and witch hazel to reduce swelling and balance oil production. Though the container is small, it's very effective.
A moisturizer that also actively prevents breakouts
Amazon rating: 4.2 stars out of 1,100+ reviews
Acne products tend to revolve around cleansers and spot treatments, but the moisturizer you layer on top also matters. This one has salicylic acid to treat acne but is still gentle enough for daily use. Meanwhile, the Total Soy Complex makes your face bright and radiant.
A cooling formula that works as both a cleanser and a mask
Target rating: 4.4 stars out of 155+ reviews
Whether you want to incorporate this into a daily routine or only slather it on at the end of the week, your face will feel clean and smooth afterwards. It contains 3.5% benzoyl peroxide to help kill the bacteria that causes acne.
A device that treats breakouts with light
Target rating: 3.8 stars out of 300+ reviews
With red and blue light therapy, this device targets surface bacteria and inflammation deeper within the skin for a convenient and quick treatment.
An extra strength facial peel
Sephora rating: 4.5 stars out of 1,700+ reviews
Certainly a splurge purchase, it's nonetheless a product Insider Picks editor Sally Kaplan says is completely worth the cost. The peel, which consists of two pre-soaked pads you swipe over your face, is not only an anti-aging treatment, it's also great for preventing acne. With alpha and beta hydroxy acids, it reduces the presence of bacteria and dead skin buildup, thus preventing breakouts.
A mask made from dead sea mud
Amazon rating: 4.2 stars out of 1,660+ reviews
The salt and minerals in this mask act as an excellent exfoliator, helping to fight breakouts and reduce the appearance of psoriasis, eczema, blackheads, whiteheads, and acne. It feels thick and luxurious on your skin so you'll feel like you're at a spa.
