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15 Drugstore Acne Products That Are Reader and Editor Approved

Readers rave about these best drugstore acne products. See what they say about these affordable scrubs, treatments and moisturizers from brands like Neutrogena and Clean & Clear.
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Best Drugstore Acne Product No. 14: Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, $11.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.7*

Why it's great: One reader says that Differin Gel "dries up blemishes and gets rid of them quicker." Another notes that it's "clear and absorbs quickly."

According to readers, this gel shortens the lifespan of pimples. While a little goes, a long way, you only need a tiny amount to see results very quickly. Discover more of the best drugstore acne products in this gallery.

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment here.

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Best Drugstore Acne Product No. 13: Clearasil Ultra Deep Pore Cleansing Pads, $5.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.7*

Why it's great: "Goodbye pimples," declares one reader. Users adore the fresh smell and fast action of these Clearasil cleansing pads. "If I have a patch of pimples, I just wipe one of the pads on it daily and in two or three days, the zits disappear," claims one reviewer.

According to readers, Clearasil Ultra Deep Pore Cleansing Pads work wonders if you're looking for a quick fix on tough breakouts and greasy skin. Discover more of the best drugstore acne products in this gallery.

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Clearasil Ultra Deep Pore Cleansing Pads here.

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Best Drugstore Acne Product No. 12: Kiss My Face Break Out Botanical Acne Gel, $19.69
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.7*

Why it's great: Reviewers applaud this fresh liquid gel for its delicate fragrance and the pleasant cooling sensation it has on skin. "[I have] sensitive skin, and it worked like a charm," says one user. Others appreciate how the formula doesn't dry out skin on the face or chest.

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Kiss My Face Break Out (Botanical Acne Gel) here.

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Best Drugstore Acne Product No. 11: Desert Essence Organic Tea Tree Oil, $9.52
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.7*

Why it's great: "This really helped clear up blemishes," says one TotalBeauty reader. "I applied some lightly to my skin on my problem areas and this product cleared them up without drying out my skin." Other users agree, saying the tea tree oil not only "clears blemishes," but works to heal other skincare issues. "This item is in our medicine cabinet to deal with bug bites, scrapes and we use it as an all-natural medicine," says one user. "It's a great multi-purpose product to have on hand."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Desert Essence Organic Tea Tree Oil here.

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Best Drugstore Acne Product No. 10: Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer, $16.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.8*

Why it's great: Reviewers love this lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer that sinks right into skin and helps clear up their skin. Quite a few note that this is the only moisturizer they will put on their faces — and many have been using it for years. One reader says it makes her skin "noticeably softer and glowy." Another says "it doesn't aggravate her skin or cause breakouts."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer here.

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BY AMANDA MONTELL, HANNAH SAVIN, | FEB 14, 2018 | SHARES
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