BLEMISH TREATMENTS THAT WORK

1: THE CLEANSER: SKINCEUTICALS BLEMISH AND AGE

This stuff addresses my two primary concerns —acne and signs of aging—in one fell swoop. I’ve found that it’s ideal for keeping the smaller whiteheads and surface bumps away, and it doesn’t dry out skin whatsoever. It’s been my go-to morning cleanser for the best part of six years; with salicylic acid & glycolic acid to smooth, lipo-hydroxy acid to decongest pores, and 2% dioic acid to halt excess oil. £45.

2: THE PRO TREATMENT: DRUNK ELEPHANT BABYFACIAL

I honestly can’t stress enough how epic this is. At 25% AHA and 2% BHA blend of glycolic, salicylic, glycolic, tartaric, lactic, citric acids, this supercharged concoction helps provide deep exfoliation that allows for silky smooth skin that really is baby soft.  After cleansing, apply a thin layer to your face, leave 20 minutes & flannel off for an other-wordly glow. Use once a week. £56.

3: THE FACE MASK: BEAUTY PIE SUPER PORE-DETOX PURIFYING MASK

This purifying clay mask is the master of all mud masks, giving a seriously deep pore clean in minutes. Gylcolic and lactic acids deeply exfoliate, kaolin clay absorbs excess oil, while antiseptic eucalyptus oil calms and purifies skin. Great for oily t-zones or just before your period.

£13 members / £45 non-members

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4: THE TARGETED TREATMENT: MURAD DEEP RELIEF BLEMISH TREATMENT

Designed to blitz deep blemishes and reduce redness – keep this one in your bathroom for emergencies. Dip a cotton bud in & swipe the BHA salicylic acid directly onto the spot – it penetrates skin to unclog pores resulting in a reduction of blackheads, blemishes and redness overnight. £35.91.

5: THE ACID: PAULA’S CHOICE 2% BHA LIQUID EXFOLIANT

A real cult product; we have gone through bottles over the years. When the breakout hits, this is essential. Apply the formula using a cotton pad; it tingles slightly but doesn’t sting. Laced with BHA salicylic acid it removes dead skin cells both on the skin’s surface and within the pore, helping to reduce blemishes and blackheads for clear skin. £14.