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Hormonal Acne
Product Pick: Kate Somerville Anti Bac Clearing Lotion, $42
Usually popping up on the chin and jawline, hormonal acne loves to flare up right around your period (ugh, a double whammy). Once you've dealt with the cramps and back pain, tackling your breakouts can be simple with the help of benzoyl peroxide. It works by preventing the pores from getting blocked in the first place and it specifically fights acne-causing bacteria.
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Body Acne
Product Pick: First Aid Beauty Cleansing Body Polish with Active Charcoal, $28
Body acne is very similar to the kind you get on your face. A sure way to make sure you're preventing any type of acne is by using ingredients that will prevent multiple types. This body polish exfoliates dead skin cells from the surface but it also uses charcoal to draw out imperfections, and salicylic and lactic acid to help the skin look bright and have an improved texture.
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Post-Acne Hyperpigmentation
Product Pick: Peter Thomas Roth De-Spot Skin Brightening Corrector, $75
Hyperpigmentation is the dark mark left after a breakout has cleared up and it can often take months to go away, but there are some ingredients you can use that will help speed the process along. Hydroquinone is one of the most popular skin-lightening ingredients, but it can cause irritation since it bleaches the skin. If you have sensitive skin, try a light glycolic or retinol cream/wash. Turmeric is also a popular ingredient choice for removing dark spots as it contains curcumin, which inhibits pigmentation in the skin. Depending on which ingredient you choose, the process takes time, so make sure you're not expecting instant results.
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Acne Scars/Bumps
Product Pick: Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial, $80
Picking is the main cause of post-acne scarring or bumps, so a hands-off approach is your first line of defense. If you have the urge (we know, it's hard to resist) and end up with bumps and discoloration that just won't budge, you'll need a multi-ingredient treatment. This gentle at-home peel includes a blend of glycolic, tartaric, lactic, salicylic and citric acid to completely resurface the skin and promote fresh, new skin to come forward faster.
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