Updated: Feb-23-2021
Advertising Disclosure ?Over-The-Counter Acne Products: What Works and What Doesn't

Acne is arguably the most common dermatologic disease worldwide[1]. It is often seen in adolescents, but it also affects people of all ages. Those who suffer from this terrible, embarrassing disease tend to seek both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) solutions, although the latter seem to be popular nowadays.
What are Over-The-Counter Acne Products?
OTC acne products, as the name suggests, pertains to non-prescription skincare products intended to combat acne. The amount of OTC acne products in the market today are overwhelming but in general, they can be classified into five major groups[2] - 1) cleansers, 2) leave-on products, 3) vitamins, 4) essential oils, and 5) mechanical treatments.