Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body

What the experts use it for.

The concerns the experts tie this product to, in their own words. Paid and founder takes don't count.

Irritated or reactive skin4 experts

“I feel like things are healing a bit more, and it's calming and soothing.”

Caroline Hirons, watch at 2:45

Breakouts and acne3 experts

“I spray this on, it helps you to just not break out.”

Mixed Makeup, watch at 10:49

Rosacea3 experts

“I love it for rosacea.”

Caroline Hirons, watch at 2:49

Redness2 experts

“It's great for any redness.”

Mixed Makeup, watch at 2:57

Eczema2 experts

“It can help acne, rosacea, eczema, sensitive skin, can help fix or repair your skin barrier.”

The Budget Dermatologist, watch at 11:34

Skin barrier support1 expert

“It can help acne, rosacea, eczema, sensitive skin, can help fix or repair your skin barrier.”

The Budget Dermatologist, watch at 11:34

Skin recovering after a procedure1 expert

“Things after Botox as well and filler, giving quick sprits of that after, I feel like things are healing a bit more and calming and soothing.”

Caroline Hirons, watch at 2:49

What the gurus are saying.

Every take we've logged from this product's reviews across YouTube. Click any row to watch the moment they said it.

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Hyram

4.33M subs

✓Yay

"I currently am using the Prequel hypochlorous acid spray. [...] One of the reasons I like this one is that it comes in a nice mini size that I can use when I'm flying, on the go, and [...] it has a really nice mister as well. I swear once I started using hypochlorous acid, I never looked back. I use it every single morning and night."

All 3 takes from Hyram

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"I feel like the formulas are very comparable to each other. However, I kind of hate the Tower 28 packaging and I really like the Prequel packaging instead, so I've literally dumped my Tower 28 formula into the Prequel spray because this one has such a finer mist compared to the Tower 28 one, which is a little bit more of a harsher, more direct, intense spray. This one is a very fine mist."

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"But this one is so fine. And honestly, the quality feels similar to what I would expect from a $30, $40, or even $50 facial spray to be, but it's only $17. I [...] incorporate hypochlorous acid into my routine as a preventative measure against redness and irritation. For the price point, the ingredients, and the quality of the sprayer, there's no denying it's a really good product. I definitely recommend it."

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"I currently am using the Prequel hypochlorous acid spray. [...] One of the reasons I like this one is that it comes in a nice mini size that I can use when I'm flying, on the go, and [...] it has a really nice mister as well. I swear once I started using hypochlorous acid, I never looked back. I use it every single morning and night."

Dr. Aleksandra Brown

153k subs

✓Yay

"The first recommendation is a hypochlorous acid spray, and the one I like a lot is the Prequel Universal Skin Solution. It comes in a 4 oz bottle for around 17 bucks, which is a reasonable price for how long it lasts. It's formulated with a stabilized hypochlorous acid plus electrolyzed water and mineral concentrate, so it's doing a little more than just pure hypochlorous acid. It's also fragrance free and alcohol free, which matters if your skin is already reactive."

All 2 takes from Dr. Aleksandra Brown

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"Hypochlorous acid spray such as the one from Prequel, or really any brand, spray it on the areas, let it dry completely, run the errands, and then maybe go home and shower."

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"The first recommendation is a hypochlorous acid spray, and the one I like a lot is the Prequel Universal Skin Solution. It comes in a 4 oz bottle for around 17 bucks, which is a reasonable price for how long it lasts. It's formulated with a stabilized hypochlorous acid plus electrolyzed water and mineral concentrate, so it's doing a little more than just pure hypochlorous acid. It's also fragrance free and alcohol free, which matters if your skin is already reactive."

HotandFlashy

1.23M subs

✓Yay

"The Prequel hypochlorous acid spray is in it. Hypochlorous acid is wonderful if you have any kind of skin irritations. Calms and soothes your skin very nicely."

AliceintheRabbitHole

59k subs

✓Mixed

"I haven't felt like there's a lot of difference in the hypochlorous acid mists I've tried personally, it's not a complicated product and not one that maybe everyone needs, it's more of a quick spray cleanser. [...] The nozzle and sprayer are great and it's not too expensive, but it is one that I wouldn't go out of my way to buy. [...] It's a great hypochlorous acid mist option, but my favorite is still the one from Pacifica because it's accessible and it's $12."

The Budget Dermatologist

725k subs

✓Yay

"I love this one because it's packaged really well. It has a great pH, very simple ingredients, and it's not overpriced. [...] We don't need to be spending like $30 or more on hypochlorous acid, that's insane. [...] It's like a one fix all type of product. It can help acne, rosacea, eczema, sensitive skin, can help fix or repair your skin barrier. It's great to use after the gym to cut down on bacteria on the skin. It's a really, really great addition to any skincare routine."

All 4 takes from The Budget Dermatologist

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"I love this one because it's packaged really well. It has a great pH, very simple ingredients, and it's not overpriced. [...] We don't need to be spending like $30 or more on hypochlorous acid, that's insane. [...] It's like a one fix all type of product. It can help acne, rosacea, eczema, sensitive skin, can help fix or repair your skin barrier. It's great to use after the gym to cut down on bacteria on the skin. It's a really, really great addition to any skincare routine."

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"I use the one by Prequel. This is called the Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray. This is a really great formulation at a great pH and a super affordable price, even better than many of the other popular ones out there. I just do a quick spritz over the surface of the skin."

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"The best hypochlorous acid spray I've used this year is by Prequel. Very transparent formulation of this product. I love this. [...] You can use hypochlorous acid for so many things, it's one of these products that you should just keep on hand, you have it when you need it. Do not skip this product."

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"I've been trying Prequel. This is also under $15. I love that this has the pH listed, it has the percentage of hypochlorous acid in it. I love to live for transparent skincare packaging so this is a must."

Nipun Kapur

413k subs

✓Yay

"It's a nice hypochlorous acid. This felt really really good. I like it. If you are into hypochlorous acid, this is a good one and that's all I have to say."

Mixed Makeup

1.46M subs

✓Yay

"I'm going to go in with the Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray. This is hypochlorous acid. This is, I guess, kind of to rewet it. This isn't really a toner but you guys have heard me talk about how much I love this stuff. It's great for any redness. For me, I was dealing with my perioral dermatitis under here, which you can see is getting better. [...] I like to let that dry down just because it can deactivate some of your other skincare products."

All 6 takes from Mixed Makeup

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"This is just a hypochlorous acid spray, [...] and there's a reason for it, it is great for anybody who has skin irritation. For me with peroral dermatitis, and because of my melasma, I have noticed that anytime I get really red, like if I'm irritated, I have redness, or if I spent too much time at the gym, or if I was out in the sun, if I got really hot, I will keep a bottle of this. I also [...] like spraying it on my back so I don't get breakouts."

Pre & Post-Gym Skincare Routine for Clear, Glowing Skin

"This is the hypochlorous acid, they call it Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body, it's 0.2% hypochlorous acid. I'm obsessed. Every time I'm at Target looking at my own brand and I see Prequel I'm so proud of Dr. Sam Ellis and I have to pick up another bottle because I go through so much of this. [...] I'm putting this on partially for the perioral dermatitis I still have, I'm so red in that area, partially because I get red on my cheeks lately so much more too."

Nighttime Skincare Routine for Perioral Dermatitis & Melasma

"I'm going to go in with the Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray. This is hypochlorous acid. This is, I guess, kind of to rewet it. This isn't really a toner but you guys have heard me talk about how much I love this stuff. It's great for any redness. For me, I was dealing with my perioral dermatitis under here, which you can see is getting better. [...] I like to let that dry down just because it can deactivate some of your other skincare products."

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"This one's from Prequel, it's my favorite one out there. It's really affordable, I really just love the way it sprays, it's nice and soothing. I love using hypochlorous acid especially after I work out, like right after the gym when I'm not going directly into the shower. I spray this on, it helps you to just not break out. [...] I especially think it's great for post shave and when you cut yourself."

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"I'm going to go in with this from Prequel, the Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray. This is not part of the instructions, but whenever I do any kind of treatment I really do like to use it, it just kills any bacteria and it feels good, helps with that redness."

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"I bounce between the Tower 28 and the one from Prequel because I have perioral dermatitis constantly."

Caroline Hirons

250k subs

✓Yay

"I love it for rosacea. I've been using hypochlorous acid [...] over the last four months and healing has sped up definitely. Things after Botox as well and filler, giving quick sprits of that after, I feel like things are healing a bit more and calming and soothing."

All 2 takes from Caroline Hirons

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"I love it for rosacea. I've been using hypochlorous acid [...] over the last four months and healing has sped up definitely. Things after Botox as well and filler, giving quick sprits of that after, I feel like things are healing a bit more and calming and soothing."

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"Prequel has something called hypochlorous acid. I love it for rosacea because I'm constantly testing skincare as well, so I'm bound to upset my skin twice a month. But hypochlorous acid in general, [...] over the last four months I've been using it, healing sped up, definitely things after Botox as well and filler, giving it a quick spritz after. I feel like things are healing a bit more, and it's calming and soothing."

James Welsh

1.58M subs

✓Yay

"Prequel's hypochlorous acid spray is an amazing product and ingredient in general for breakouts, rosacea, irritated itchy skin, it's like an anti-bac for your face. [...] I've been using this alongside prequel, and compared to the cheaper dupe, prequel gives you a really nice mist rather than it all ending up in your face."

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"I use this every single day without fail because I've always got rosacea, I'm kind of always breaking out, and it does just calm everything down. [...] It's great for cuts and scrapes, you could use it on your pets if they've got a little cut. [...] There is a little bit of talk how hypochlorous acid can basically render your antioxidants useless, so I personally use this in the evening."

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"It's a really great all rounder for things like acne flare ups. It's antimicrobial, antibacterial, so it helps calm down redness and irritated skin, breakouts. My rosacea has been silent since I've been using it. [...] It's really affordable compared to other ones on the market. I usually do this before any other skincare and just kind of let it dry down, after cleanse and go into it. [...] If you're struggling with redness, skin irritation, breakouts, rosacea, give Hypochlorous Acid a try."

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"This has been my everything for everything. When my rosacea is flaring up, spray on, soothes it. Breakouts, irritated skin, I get really irritated like on my sideburns for some reason. [...] Knowing I have sprays like this, soothing serums, skin barrier repairing moisturizers that are going to help soothe it quicker, I worry about it a lot less. This has hypochlorous acid, sodium chloride, sodium phosphate, disodium phosphate, and electrolyte water."

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"I'm going to use the Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body just to help with my brash houseal and irritation then we have to let that sink in and dry on the skin."

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"Prequel's hypochlorous acid spray is an amazing product and ingredient in general for breakouts, rosacea, irritated itchy skin, it's like an anti-bac for your face. [...] I've been using this alongside prequel, and compared to the cheaper dupe, prequel gives you a really nice mist rather than it all ending up in your face."

Dr Dray

2.69M subs

✓Yay

"I have the Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body, which is another great option. I have atopic dermatitis that gets aggravated by my sweat, and that makes me really itchy. I find hypochlorous acid sprays really beneficial, mostly for my body. I don't really use them too often on my face, from time to time I do, but primarily on my body."

All 2 takes from Dr Dray

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"It is a good product [...] if you're on the hunt for a hypochlorous acid spray and I don't really think it's that expensive in general."

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"I have the Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body, which is another great option. I have atopic dermatitis that gets aggravated by my sweat, and that makes me really itchy. I find hypochlorous acid sprays really beneficial, mostly for my body. I don't really use them too often on my face, from time to time I do, but primarily on my body."

Abbey Yung

886k subs

✓Yay

"I did review it in a new at the drugstore video, maybe this summer. It's been a while, but I told you guys that I think it's a really great product. It's just not one that I feel the need to repurchase, because the hypochlorous acid mist I just get off of Amazon is more affordable. However, with Prequel now being available at Target, that makes this a really great option. I don't know of any other hypochlorous acid sprays that you can just pick up at Target."

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Frequently asked.

What is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body?

A stabilized hypochlorous acid spray formulated with electrolyzed water and mineral concentrate, designed to calm irritation and support skin barrier health on face and body.

Is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body worth it?

Mostly yes. 11 of the 12 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 81%.

What is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body's Guru Score?

Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body holds a Guru Score of 81%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 12 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body best for?

Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body is generally suited to sensitive skin and acne-prone skin.

What is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body good for, according to the experts?

In their reviews, experts say Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body is good for irritated or reactive skin (4 experts), breakouts and acne (3 experts), rosacea (3 experts), redness (2 experts), eczema (2 experts) and skin barrier support (1 expert).

Is Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body good for irritated or reactive skin?

4 experts who reviewed Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray for Face and Body say it is. Caroline Hirons put it this way: “I feel like things are healing a bit more, and it's calming and soothing.”