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This is your reminder to not pop your pimples… BUT we get it — sometimes you can’t help it. This gel-cream spot treatment helps fade and brighten the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (aka red and dark spots) that popping leaves behind. Featuring salicylic acid, hexylresorcinol, carob seed extract, and squalane, these powerhouse ingredients work together to even skin tone and fade post-breakout marks while stabilizing the skin's barrier to prevent future damage. Can be used on any of your stubborn marks, both new and old.
Real skin, real results
(based on a consumer perception test with 42 subjects during a 4 week period)
95% of users saw a reduction in discoloration from breakout marks after 4 weeks
86% of users agree their skin's roughness after a breakout improved after 2 weeks
Made with 25% recycled plastic (PCR — post consumer resin)
After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount directly to your post-breakout spot. Use twice a day or as needed. Repeat until the mark fades.
Water/Aqua/Eau, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Salicylic Acid, Hexylresorcinol, Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Squalane, Glycerin, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Phytosterols, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caffeyl Glucoside, Disodium Acetyl Glucosamine Phosphate.
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Post-Breakout Fix is a gel-cream spot treatment designed to help brighten and fade post-breakout marks (red and dark spots) and support the skin's appearance while you heal.
Key ingredients include salicylic acid (a BHA), hexylresorcinol (brightening), carob seed extract, squalane (skin-identical moisturizer), and antioxidant caffeyl glucoside.
Both a.m. and p.m., apply a small amount directly to your post-breakout spot. Repeat until the mark fades.
It's formulated for post-breakout marks but many people apply it to active blemishes as a spot treatment.
The formula is gentle; patch test if needed.
Dermalogica formulas never use artificial fragrances. However, botanical extracts and essential oils included for skin benefits may have a natural scent. Some users may notice a subtle fragrance.
Formulation includes squalane and glycerin for moisturization; reviewers note it is less drying than some acne gels, but individual responses vary.
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Overall rating: 4.648276 / 5 from 290 reviews.
This gel-cream spot treatment is highly recommended for all skin types dealing with acne, blemishes, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. It effectively fades and brightens post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, improves skin's roughness, and prevents future damage. Made with 25% recycled plastic, it offers real results with 95% of users seeing a reduction in discoloration from breakout marks after 4 weeks.
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"i have used this for a month now, it helps, but takes awhile to help lighten my dark spots or acne spots. but i think its also my skin as my scars takes awhile to heal as well. i wish theres an upgrade to make more visible or faster"
"I picked this up at TJ MAX last weekend and it’s been almost a week of using it PM and AM on my dark spots from breakouts, as well as active spots), and I can confidently say I see a good difference! My skin is more even toned, the texture has improved, and overall I feel like my skin is starting to get back its glow that I haven’t seen in a long time. I feel confident again. I’m really really happy I decided to give this a try. I will be repurchasing this one! Forewarning though it may a bit drying. I’ve been using thicker gel moisturizer over top my everyday moisturizer and that’s been helping keep it balanced. I don’t have an issue with it."
"I just started using it, and so far the effect has been good. It does not require a lot to apply, and little drying occurred. Shipping was quick and packed well."
"This one is pretty good for after the breakout to help with scarring."
"Works great to heal the post breakout scars. So glad it worked for me at such a great price point. This will be my new go-to product to deal with the after effects of breakouts."
"Does a terrific job minimizing the look of scars, providing the perfect base for a no makeup effect. Will always purchase this!!"
"As an esthetician, I wanted a product for my teen that would help her post breakout spots- and there were a lot! I had this gem just hanging out in my skincare cabinet and decided to have her try it. IT'S AMAZING! Not only did it clear those spots but it seems to have helped clear up the stubborn acne she'd been treating wirh the Breakout Clearing Booster- the combination worked wonders."
"Bought for my teenager son. This product is very effective."
"Not sure if it helps"
"Great for breakouts"
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