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SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream.

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SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream
Acne

Guru Score

85%

Yay

Early verdict · Few reviews so far
2Gurus
2Yay
0Mixed
0Nay

What the gurus are saying

Unanimous yay from 2 reviewers. Dr Dray and Doctor Anne both rate it highly. Top take: "This I ended up really really liking quite a bit. But I think it's a bit underrated, like flies under the radar because it's their acne calming water cream.", Dr Dray.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take May 2025

What the gurus are saying.

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"This I ended up really really liking quite a bit. But I think it's a bit underrated, like flies under the radar because it's their acne calming water cream."
All 3 takes from Dr Dray
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"This I ended up really really liking quite a bit. But I think it's a bit underrated, like flies under the radar because it's their acne calming water cream."
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"The green tint is great because it offers a little bit of color correction for redness so if you've got a lot of acne breakouts going on a lot of facial redness this is a great formulation because it's not heavy it's not greasy"
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"I really really like this and the price point is so good I mean skincare has gotten really expensive"
Yay
"The Blemish Calming Water Cream claims to both prevent and treat blemishes, calm the skin, and help control oil production while being lightweight. The cream is actually green, presumably to counteract redness, but it is barely noticeable once spread out. It has a very lightweight texture that immediately sinks into the skin like water, with no scent, and a surprisingly matte finish. It can be used morning and night, but once a day is recommended since it contains Salicylic Acid and overuse could lead to irritation. Even on skin that gets very oily in summer it is lightweight enough to use in the mornings underneath sunscreen, though those on the dry or dehydrated side would need something heavier to pair with it and could use this as a serum step instead. Ingredients include 1% Salicylic Acid to calm inflammation and target congestion, Niacinamide and Tranexamic Acid for hyperpigmentation, Glycerin for hydration, Acetyl Glucosamine which helps against hyperpigmentation alongside the Niacinamide, and Silica to absorb excess oil. This is the surprise favorite of the three products, as it is really lightweight, doesn't add any shine, and is particularly enjoyed around the time of the month when congestion and breakouts show up on the cheeks. It feels like nothing, keeps the skin matte, and works well underneath sunscreen in the mornings."

Frequently asked.

Is e.l.f. SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 85%.

What is e.l.f. SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream's Guru Score?

e.l.f. SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream holds a Guru Score of 85%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is e.l.f. SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream best for?

e.l.f. SKIN Blemish Breakthrough Acne Calming Water Cream is generally suited to acne-prone skin.

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