Because no one is safe from an unexpected breakout, these blemish-blasting formulas act quickly to shrink zits and balance skin.
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Trifix Acne Clearing Lotion
The brand formerly known as MD Skincare introduces a zit banisher containing oil-absorbing colloidal sulfur, skin-fortifying marine botanicals and antiinflammatory willow bark. ($32; Nordstrom, Sephora)
Bliss Pore’fector Gadget
This do-it-yourself extractor delivers sonic vibrations to loosen debris in clogged pores, and can also be used to massage skin care products onto the skin’s surface for deeper penetration. ($175; Sephora)
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Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup
Part acne treatment, part moderate-coverage foundation, the longwearing formula contains pore-clearing salicylic acid, sebum-regulating sea algae and skin-soothing caffeine. ($24.50; Clinique counters)
Clarisea Seasalt Solutions Exfoliating Scrub
Specially formulated for breakouts on the chest, back and arms, this scrub contains 1 percent salicylic acid to slough away dead skin cells. ($18; clarisea.com)
H20+ Anti-Acne Calming Corrector
Salicylic acid, sea-sourced Neptune kelp and dulse seaweed control sebum production. Glycolic acid prevents new blemishes from forming. ($24; Ulta)
Fix Malibu Wish Wash Exfoliating Powder Wash
Part of a new line by Malibu-based dermatologist Rebecca Giles, this cleanser contains salicylic acid and ferulic and citric acids in a cellulose base for nonirritating exfoliation. ($40; fixmalibu.com)
Go Clear Intensive Acne Treatment
Part of a new line, this blends 2 percent salicylic acid with green and white teas to shrink pimples and calm redness. Evodia fruit extract, used in Chinese medicine, helps skin heal. ($25; Sephora