Acne is never fun. And it's — if possible — even worse when you're an adult.

Finding a great serum, however, can help pretty much every skin type — even those prone to acne, according to Dr. Craig Kraffert and Today.com. Kraffert says acne prone skin can benefit from concentrated hydration. He also adds that it's important to make your serum selection carefully.

On a similar note, Dr. Kenneth Howe recommends looking for soothing ingredients. "The latest research shows that acne-prone skin is systemically inflamed," he explained to Glamour — and as such, you need serums that'll soothe, heal and hydrate your skin.

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This budget-friendly retinol serum helps control oil production, fades scars and treats dark spots.

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This product absorbs water to hydrate the skin, but is also light and non-greasy. And bonus, the hyaluronic acid in the formula is incredibly nourishing.

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This serum is specifically formulated to target wrinkles and acne, thanks to a blend of salicylic, lactic, and glycolic acids, as well as niacinamide, and allantoin.

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You might not even need a moisturizer with this quick-absorbing, oil-based serum that will help regulate oil production and hydrate your skin.

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