ACNE AWARDS 2022 FOR ALL YOUR SKINCARE NEEDS



It's that time of year, and the Acne Awards are back! This time, not only did we have you vote for the best acne products, but you guys also helped us put these products to the test. It's no secret that there are more than enough skincare brands. Not to mention, most of them are all making the same promises. That's why Teen Vogue dedicates the Acne Awards to myth-busting and physically testing the industry's most "trusted" skincare for the sake of our readers.

According to our Instagram poll, the most common areas for acne breakouts are your back, shoulders, face, and private areas. After weeks of testing hundreds of both new and classic products, we've concluded that these 24 lifesavers are the key to flawless skin. So take our advice, scroll down and see which beauty brands took home the 2022 Acne Awards. Don't hesitate to add a few to your cart!

Special thanks to Google Trends

acne face shadow

Illustrator: Jordan Moss

Face

Lazers and Serums and Masks, Oh My! Whether it be recurring breakouts to stubborn acne scars, our readers let us know exactly what products you can trust for significant results.

  • CeraVe

    CeraVe

    Resurfacing Retinol Serum

    $12
    Buy now
  • Paula’s Choice

    Paula’s Choice

    Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

    $32
    Buy now
  • Hero Cosmetics

    Hero Cosmetics

    Mighty Patch Face

    $20
    Buy now
  • COSRX

    COSRX

    Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask

    $23
    Buy now
  • The Ordinary

    The Ordinary

    AHA 30% + BHA 2% Exfoliating Peeling Solution

    $8
    Buy now
  • Bubble

    Bubble

    Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask

    $17
    Buy now
acne arms shadow

Illustrator: Jordan Moss

Arms

Empty your cabinet of all the trial and error and make room for a product that's sure to change your beauty routine forever.

  • Murad

    Murad

    Acne Body Wash

    $46
    Buy now
  • CeraVe

    CeraVe

    Hydrating Body Wash

    $11
    Buy now
  • Cetaphil

    Cetaphil

    Acne Relief Body Wash

    $10
    Buy now
  • Neutrogena

    Neutrogena

    Deep Clean Cream Cleanser

    $5
    Buy now
  • AmLactin

    AmLactin

    12% Lactic Acid Body Lotion

    $15
    Buy now
  • First Aid Beauty KP

    First Aid Beauty KP

    Bump Eraser Body Scrub

    $30
    Buy now
acne back shadow

Illustrator: Jordan Moss

Back

You're not alone, just a bit acne-prone. It's all a matter of cause and effect, and when it comes to treatment - these winners got your back! Literally.

  • Mario Badescu

    Mario Badescu

    Body Breakout Kit

    $22
    Buy now
  • Skinfix

    Skinfix

    2% BHA Cleanser

    $35
    Buy now
  • La Roche-Posay

    La Roche-Posay

    Effaclar Adapalene Gel

    $31
    Buy now
  • Versed

    Versed

    Back-Up Plan Acne-Control Body Mist

    $15
    Buy now
  • Cherry Jelly

    Truly Cherry Jelly

    Anti-Bacne Body Cleanser

    $30
    Buy now
  • Carbon Theory

    Carbon Theory

    Charcoal & Tea Tree Oil Breakout Control Exfoliating Body Bar

    $13
    Buy now
acne private shadow

Illustrator: Jordan Moss

Private

Shaving, plucking, and waxing take its toll. Resulting in a discrete battle with acne in our most sacred areas. This is a safe space. Consider these tried and true topicals your saving grace.

  • PanOxyl

    PanOxyl

    Acne Foaming Wash

    $9
    Buy now
  • The Body Shop

    The Body Shop

    Tea Tree Targeted Gel

    $10
    Buy now
  • Topicals

    Topicals

    Faded Brightening & Clearing Serum

    $38
    Buy now
  • Alchimie Forever

    Alchimie Forever

    Skin Repair Gel

    $45
    Buy now
  • Flamingo

    Flamingo

    Ingrown Spot Treatment

    $10
    Buy now
  • Anese

    Anese

    Booty Mask

    $35
    Buy now