Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions About Adult Acne
What is the best way to treat adult acne?
Dr. Portela suggests that two commonly used ingredients for treating acne are salicylic acid and sulfur. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid that cleans out excess oil from pores, while sulfur is a natural antibiotic that fights acne and reduces inflammation.
Dr. Portela shares his favorite products for treating acne, including Thayers’ Blemish-Clearing Cleanser, which contains salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and aloe vera to hydrate the skin and prevent acne.
He also recommends Thayers’ Double-Action Acne Serum, which hydrates the skin, combats breakouts, and helps with hyperpigmentation. The serum contains azelaic acid and niacinamide to fade dark marks left by hormonal acne.
Using a spot treatment can help reduce inflammation and redness of acne bumps overnight. Dr. Portela also suggests using water- or mineral-based cosmetics to prevent clogging pores compared to oil-based makeup.