Breakouts happen, and while embracing natural skin is always in style, having a few effective spot treatments in your skincare stash can be a game-changer when redness and inflammation pop up.

Whether it’s a sudden blemish or recurring trouble zones, here are five standout solutions worth trying—each targeting pimples in its own unique way!

1. Kinship Pimple Potion – $22

Formulated with a gentle yet effective blend of retinal, salicylic acid, bakuchiol, and Kinbiome (plant-derived probiotics), this treatment works without irritating sensitive skin. Ideal for those who want powerful results with a soft touch.

2. The Inkey List Succinic Acid Treatment – $9.99

A great go-to for managing active breakouts, this one helps reduce inflammation and regulate oil.

+ The Inkey List Mandelic Acid Treatment – $11.99

Use this after your pimples have subsided to target post-acne dark marks and minimize potential scarring.

3. iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Pimple Paste – $17

Loaded with willow bark, sulfur, clay, azelaic acid, and tea tree oil, this thick cream is ideal for whiteheads.

4. APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Clearing Solution – $19

Designed for angry, red blemishes on both face and body, this formula contains beta-carotene, centella, niacinamide, and salicylic acid. It helps soothe irritation while reducing inflammation at the root.

5. Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm – $12.99

A healing balm featuring panthenol, beta-glucan, oligopeptides, and vitamin E. Use it on healing blemishes to support skin recovery and fade marks from past breakouts, even those that were popped.

A good spot treatment can speed up your skin’s recovery and help you feel more confident in no time. Always patch test new products and be consistent with your routine to get the best results.