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Clearer skin, here we come.

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Salicylic acid rounds out this powerful lineup, providing ever-reliable exfoliation to keep skin looking clearer.

sending radio waves below the skin to induce collagen and elastinyou know it’s not messing around.

The goal of Iope’s Retinol Super Bounce is to help lift and tighten skin.

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Deanna Pai applying SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF

The milky texture feels extra soothing going on and leaves your skin with a noticeable dewiness.

For a brightening, discoloration-minimizing boost, there’s biobasedlicorice root.

This toner also hydrates skin and calms any inflammation with the help of zinc hyaluronate and niacinamide.

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Sarah Han applying Iope Retinol Super Bounce Serum

It exists, and it’s called The Spot Cream.

It’s like a visit to the derm but you don’t actually have to leave your home.

Dr. Turegano recommends this serum for combination skin or mature skin.

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Angela Trakoshis applying Rael Miracle Clear Complete Acne Serum

Want a one-two acne-busting punch?

It makes sense, after all.

This combination of antimicrobial and calming properties makes your skin happy and hydrated, and not further irritated.

Kiehl’s Breakout Control Targeted Acne Spot Treatment in branded dropper component on a light gray background

Ringing it at $16, it’s a total skin-care steal.

Cetaphil’sGentle Clear Complexion-Clearing BPO Acne Cleanseris a benzoyl peroxideloadedBest of Beauty winnerthat pairs well with this serum.

Dr. Turegano says yes.

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Stay one step ahead and incorporate regular exfoliation into your skin-care routine.

How should other skin types use acne serums?

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