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The Best FSA- and HSA-Eligible Beauty Products Our Editors Love

Jan 23, 2026

The Best FSA- and HSA-Eligible Beauty Products Our Editors Love

Shopping for beauty products can be fun, but it can also add up fast.

This Game-Changing Acne Treatment Is on Sale for $12 Today

Oct 7, 2025

This Game-Changing Acne Treatment Is on Sale for $12 Today

Acne treatments aren't the sexiest thing in the world to talk about — most people would rather check out a new mascara or fancy serum — but when one works as well as the Differin Gel Adapalene Acne Treatment ($12, originally $15), I can't help but sing its praises from the rooftops.

I'm on Accutane, and These Products Solved All My Dry Skin Problems

Sep 5, 2025

I'm on Accutane, and These Products Solved All My Dry Skin Problems

I've had acne for more than a decade (thanks hormones and PCOS), so I'm no stranger when it comes to acne treatments.

How to Treat Hyperpigmentation on Black Skin, According to a Dermatologist

Nov 13, 2024

How to Treat Hyperpigmentation on Black Skin, According to a Dermatologist

In a perfect world, life would be as easy as dabbing on concealer, smearing on some highlighter, and leaving the house with flawless skin every day.

14 Acne Patches That Will Take Care of Zits Overnight

Sep 19, 2024

14 Acne Patches That Will Take Care of Zits Overnight

While spot treatments might be necessary to diminish pesky zits, they aren't exactly described as "cute" — hence why we reserve them for our nighttime routines.

A Dermatologist's Guide to Beating Butt Acne For Good

Aug 29, 2024

A Dermatologist's Guide to Beating Butt Acne For Good

Sitting, spanking, sweating, violently squeezing into too-tight spandex Lululemons — your butt goes through a lot, and that's even if your skin isn't prone to breakouts.

The Best Way to Get Rid of Acne Scars, According to Dermatologists

Aug 28, 2024

The Best Way to Get Rid of Acne Scars, According to Dermatologists

With so many people experiencing breakouts of some form these days, the concern around blemishes and the unwanted parting gifts — aka acne scars or marks — they leave behind has only grown.

Here's How to Remove Blackheads Safely at Home

Aug 9, 2024

Here's How to Remove Blackheads Safely at Home

Not to get all Coach Carr from "Mean Girls" on you, but the general consensus of skin experts on at-home pore extractions, much like popping a pimple, is akin to passing out condoms to high schoolers: "We're not encouraging it, but if they're going to do it, let's make it safe," aesthetician Candace Marino tells PS.

How to Tackle Stubborn Back Acne

Jul 25, 2024

How to Tackle Stubborn Back Acne

While body acne is a reality that millions of people face year-round, there is a lot of stigma and shame that comes from wearing clothing that shows it off in the warmer months.

Acne Flaring Up? Here's What to Know About Treating Stress Pimples

Jul 24, 2024

Acne Flaring Up? Here's What to Know About Treating Stress Pimples

Stress acne is a peculiar thing.

How I Got Rid of My Red Acne Marks With One Laser Treatment

Jul 19, 2024

How I Got Rid of My Red Acne Marks With One Laser Treatment

If you look at my skin today it's pretty clear.

The Best At-Home Acne Treatments, According to Dermatologists

Jul 19, 2024

The Best At-Home Acne Treatments, According to Dermatologists

If only everyone with acne-prone skin had access to Dr. Pimple Popper's phone number, the world would be a less stressful place.