Best acne products

23 products ranked by SkinScore for acne, 11 of them A-rated. Every rating is independent, based on INCI analysis and peer-reviewed research.

Ranking based on stored INCI data · Verify the manufacturer's current labeling

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A
The Ordinary

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

91/100 2
A
Paula's Choice

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

89/100 3
A
The Ordinary

Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%

88/100 4
A
The Ordinary

Retinol 0.5% in Squalane

87/100 5
A
SVR

Sebiaclear Serum

86/100 6
A
Paula's Choice

Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment

86/100 7
A
SVR

Ampoule B3 Niacinamide

86/100 8
A
CeraVe

SA Smoothing Cleanser

86/100 9
A
Drunk Elephant

T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

86/100 10
A
Summer Fridays

Jet Lag Mask

86/100 11
A
CeraVe

Foaming Facial Cleanser

85/100 12
B
Bioderma

Atoderm Intensive Baume

83/100 13
B
Filorga

Time-Filler Cream

82/100 14
B
Dermalogica

Daily Microfoliant

81/100 15
B
A-Derma

Exomega Control Cream

79/100 16
B
EltaMD

UV Clear SPF46

79/100 17
B
La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Duo+ SPF 30

78/100 18
B
Ducray

Keracnyl PP+ Cream

78/100 19
B
Eucerin

Oil Control Sun Gel-Cream Dry Touch SPF50+

78/100 20
B
The Ordinary

AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

76/100 21
B
Bioderma

Sebium Global

76/100 22
B
Glow Recipe

Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops

75/100 23
B
Good Molecules

Discoloration Correcting Serum

74/100

Frequently asked questions

How many acne products are ranked, and how many are A-rated?
SkinScore currently ranks 23 acne products, of which 11 earn an A grade (85 to 100). The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% leads this stored list with a A (91/100).
How is the best acne product chosen?
Each product is scored 0 to 100 across five weighted dimensions: efficacy (30%), safety (25%), comedogenicity (20%), transparency (15%), and skin-type fit (10%). Ranking is INCI-based, and no commercial relationship can change a score or rank position.
When was this acne ranking last updated?
This ranking reflects the INCI lists currently stored by SkinScore. There is no fixed refresh deadline, so compare the listed ingredients with the manufacturer's current labeling before choosing a product.