
About this product
A gel moisturizer for acne-prone skin, formulated with azelaic acid, salicylic acid, and bakuchiol to target blemishes and breakouts.
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Early verdict · Few reviews so farWhat the gurus are saying
The combination of 5% azelaic acid with 2% salicylic acid and 0.5% bakuchiol is what reviewers emphasize for clearing acne and inflammatory blemishes, and the gel includes squalane to help prevent over-drying despite the strong actives. It fits flexibly into routines, and those struggling with breakouts that haven't responded to other products may want to try it.
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A gel moisturizer for acne-prone skin, formulated with azelaic acid, salicylic acid, and bakuchiol to target blemishes and breakouts.
Yes. All 3 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.
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