18 Best Acne Treatments Dermatologists Swear By
The Best At-Home Acne Treatments, According to Dermatologists
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Cetaphil Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30 ($14)
"The Cetaphil Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30 works great to combat shine, while the SPF takes care of sun protection for anyone using those sun-sensitive topical medications." — Dr. Schachter
"Always use a noncomedogenic sunscreen moisturizer in the morning, such as the Cetaphil Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30, which will moisturize and protect without clogging pores." — Dr. Haygood
"I always say to rely on gentle, oil-free (noncomedogenic) moisturizers when treating acne because although many people believe acne-prone skin doesn't need moisturizer, it actually does, especially as some of the treatments for acne can be drying. The key is using a moisturizer like that is oil-free, like Cetaphil's, so it doesn't make the acne worse." — Dr. Garshick
"I warn patients that acne treatments can leave the skin feeling dry or even cause peeling, so I always recommend a noncomedogenic (oil-free) moisturizer to go with it. My favorite brands include the Cetaphil or CeraVe facial moisturizers in the morning, because they contain sunscreen." — dermatologist Lauren Bonati, MD