Dr S Rawat MD is an Indian origin, England trained, Canada based Family Physician who studied nutrition at Harvard and coaches clients on Reversal of Metabolic Disease. In this Blog he shares the 10 most evidence based products available for Acne management !

 

 

It is important to have a consistent AM and PM routine for Acne. While this may be different for individuals this may look something like this

AM:

Cleanser / Face Wash / Azelaic Acid / Moisturiser / Sunscreen 

PM:

Cleanser / Face Wash / Azelaic Acid / Retinol / Moisturiser 

In Shower or Bath:

Acne Specific Wash & Bar Soap

Once or Twice a week as tolerated:

Exfoliant Treatment

 

Below are the Top 10 Products for each category with Amazon Links included. 

 

Bar Soap: Revitale 

 

Click to Explore Revitale Advanced Retinol Soap

Click to Explore Revitale Advanced Sulfur Sulphur Soap 80g

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Body Wash: Nutrogena

 

Click to Explore Neutrogena Body Clear Acne Body Wash - Maximum Strength Salicylic Acid, Vitamin C - Oil Free - Pink Grapefruit Scent - 250ml

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Non Comedogenic Sunscreen: Eucerin

 

Click to Explore Eucerin

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Once or Twice a Week Exfoliant: Vichy

 

Click to Explore Vichy Normaderm BHA Peeling Serum with Salicylic Acid & Glycolic Acid. Helps target acne-related concerns such as pimples, pore size, inflammation and skin texture. Genderless, Suitable for Sensitive Skin, 30ML

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Acne Spot Treatment Patch: Panoxyl

 

Click to Explore PanOxyl PM Overnight Spot Patches 40 ct - Clear

Click to Explore PanOxyl Blemish Brightening Patches

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Face Wash: La Roche Posay

 

Click to Explore La Roche-Posay Face Wash Gel Cleanser, Effaclar Gentle Purifying Foaming Gel for Oily and Sensitive Acne-Prone Skin. Alcohol-free, Soap-Free, Paraben-free, Non-Comedogenic. 200mL

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Moisturiser: Cetaphil 

 

Click to Explore Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Moisturizer With Salicylic Acid | Hydrating Face Moisturizer Treats Sensitive Acne Prone Skin | Fragrance-Free | Non-Comedogenic

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Acne products that you may be able to get on Prescription 

 

Foaming Cleanser with Benzoyl Peroxide : Cerave

 

Click to Explore CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser | 2% Salicylic Acid Face Wash with Purifying Clay for Oily Skin and Blackheads | Fragrance-Free, Paraben-Free & Non-Comedogenic | 473 mL

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Twice a day Active Rx with Azelaic Acid: The Ordinary 

 

Click to Explore The Ordinary-Canadian

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Evening application Active Rx with Retinol: Paula's Choice 

 

Click to Explore Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment Cream with Peptides, Vitamin C & Licorice Extract, Anti-Aging Treatment for Wrinkles & Loss of Firmness, Fragrance-Free & Paraben-Free, 30 mL

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The content of this blog are not intended to replace medical treatment and must not be considered as such. Non prescription treatments are designed to treat mild acne and it is recommended you consult with your Family Physician or Dermatologist if you have moderate or severe Acne.