I Bought Glossier's Solution to Clear Up My Acne — and It Did the Opposite

I'll admit that in my rush of excitement over Solution, I failed to scrutinize its lengthy list of ingredients, which was not a smart move on my part. It's important to familiarize yourself with ingredients that do and don't work for your skin, no matter the brand. A third dermatologist, Dr. Michele Farber of Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC, reminded me of that.

"People with sensitive skin should always avoid parabens, fragrances, and preservatives as much as possible. Allergic reactions can take several forms and look more like eczema or look more acneiform — meaning it looks like a breakout," she said. "Polyethylene glycol, or PEGs, are also common in skincare products and can break out sensitive skin." Ugh.