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The best part: a flattened zit that’s on its way out sooner than you thought."
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Sulfur is soothing for inflamed and swollen pimples, providing effective relief with minimal irritation, she says.
To offset discoloration, this swab-on treatment also contains antioxidant niacinamide.
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The Murad formulation is especially elegant, minimizing the characteristic sulfur smell while maximizing efficacy.
This pimple-reducing formula also containsazelaic acid, a lesser-known ingredient that has antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
This is a great spot treatment for inflamed pimples, says Dr. King.
“It goes on sheer and it contains ingredients thatll hydrate the skin.”
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“This will also help minimize the risk for acne scars.”
When should I use acne spot treatments?
This way, the spot treatment can work its magic from the very start of a flare-up.
Still, while acne spot treatments can be hugely helpful, they aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution.
Remember that benzoyl peroxide can be drying, so always prime your skin with a light moisturizer.
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