Sulfur Acne Medications

When most people think of acne medications, they think of chemicals like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. However, sulfur has been an effective acne treatment for many years; and while it may need to be used in conjunction with another treatment for best results, it can help dry up lesions and soothe skin inflammation. It's available in several varieties; most of the differences among these products are in concentration levels and additional ingredients.

MALIN+GOETZ Acne Treatment

MALIN+GOETZ has an acne treatment that contains sulfur. This medication contains a concentration of 10 percent sulfur along with salicylic acid to dry up acne, unclog pores and prevent new blemishes from forming. Other main ingredients include zinc oxide and camphor, which further soothe the skin and help prevent scarring.

Thylox Acne Treatment Soap With Sulfur

Thylox Acne Soap is made by Grandpa's and contains just 3 percent sulfur. However, it also is vegetable based and can help unclog pores and remove blackheads. It's also relatively inexpensive. The the soap base might dry out some people's skin.

Kate Somerville EradiKate Acne Treatment

A large amount of sulfur is infused into EradiKate Acne Treatment by Kate Somerville, which helps keep inflammation down and unclog pores quickly. It also can prevent bacteria from congregating in the pores and causing new blemishes.

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Article reviewed by joyce sexton Last updated on: Feb 5, 2010

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