The Best Acne Scar Treatments for Blemish-Free Skin

The Ordinary is best known for their affordable price tags and high-quality formulas, and this serum is certainly no different. Specially developed for blemish-prone skin, it utilises purified alpha-arbutin and hyaluronic acid in order to reduce the appearance of imperfections.

This non-drying, targeted treatment from Murad allows you to clear blemishes fast. With an invisible gel texture, it can be easily layered under makeup without flaking. Formulated with salicylic acid, this treatment gently reduces blemish size, reduces oil levels and unblocks pores whilst also helping prevent them from clogging again after use.

Facial peels are your fast track to a new complexion and this one is totally safe to use at home. This exfoliating treatment contains precisely measured doses of alpha and beta hydroxy acids as well as enzymes that help to smooth the skin and promote a renewed, flawless layer.

Light on the pocket, but super effective, Cerave is a firm-favourite here at the Cosmetify HQ, and this resurfacing retinol serum went straight in to our shopping bag when it was released. This gentle, yet effective serum works to refine your skin without compromising its protective barrier. Formulated with 3 essential ceramides, this lightweight and fast-absorbing serum helps restore your even skin tone and promote a healthy-looking complexion.

Nourish problematic skin with Allies of Skin Promise Keeper Blemish Sleeping Facial which is a nightly, leave-on treatment working to combat breakouts, uneven skin tone and texture and clogged pores. It helps to soothe irritation to leave the skin softer, smoother and stronger when used over time.

The Acne Gel from PCA Skin boasts a powerhouse of ingredients, all of which are specially tailored for blemish- and acne-prone skin. Blemishes and breakouts are made a thing of the past, thanks to a salicylic and mandelic acid blend.

Verso will have your skin looking and feeling baby-soft in no time. Boasting a high concentration of vitamin A (retinol), it corrects skin tone by fading and brightening the appearance of blemishes caused by breakouts.

The healing powers of salicylic acid, vitamin C and centella asiatica combine to create the perfect post-breakout remedy. This anti-blemish treatment ensures that skin is soothed, strengthened and supported during and after an acne episode. It works by healing and exfoliating skin, so that scarring is less likely. Plus, the matte finish blurs imperfections, making it a great addition to any daily skin routine.

Let go of all your acne-scar stress as this soothing gel provides both short- and long-term results. With just one application, it instantly comforts skin and calms any inflammation with chamomile and niacinamide, whilst mineral green pigments help to correct uneven skin tone.

If you’re looking for fast, visible results then you'll want to stock up on these zit stickers from NIP+FAB. The transparent stickers are saturated with salicylic acid and tea tree in order to heal blemishes faster and prevent picking at spots. Working especially well on angry red breakouts, they're your fast pass to a less congested, calmer-looking complexion.

REN is our go-to whenever we're experiencing stressed-out skin, and this Clearcalm Non-Drying Spot Treatment is nothing but a saving grace.

The formula itself is packed with blemish-busting ingredients like willow bark, maritime pine, thyme extract and prebiotic chlorella extract, all of which help to clear skin, encourage renewal and prevent scarring.

Zap away acne-causing bacteria, redness and blemishes with this trio of breakout-busting products from Paula’s Choice. Featuring the Clear Cleanser, 10% Azelaic Acid Treatment and the viral 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, it's all you need to overhaul your current skincare routine.

A dab of Antipode's potion is all you need to clear up your complexion. The Antipodes Credo Probiotic Ferment Revitalise Serum is a potent gel-serum that can be used daily to tackle acne-prone and problem skin. It features probiotics and high-tech ferments to clear blackheads and congested pores.

Never let the backend of a breakout dull your complexion, as PharmaClinix provide a professional cream treatment that takes care of everything from scars to blemishes and imperfections.

The Acnex Cream is a daily moisturiser that clears acne, prevents future breakouts and minimises hyperpigmentation for all skin tones.