Product Reviews Rated 4.48 out of 5 stars
419 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Feels great, makes me look even greater! I got this two weeks ago on a whim, I struggle with hormonal & cystic acne as well as Dermatillomania (skin picking disorder). So I am constantly digging my nails into my face at bumps and pimples and I wind up spreading a lot of bacteria deep into my skin. I have previously tried Acure's vegan Saylic Acid spot treatment but found it leaving my skin very sticky. This one works wonders, slight burn on top of freshly picked spots, but not too bad at all and not sticky! I have been using it in a thin layer over my whole face and I've noticed that my skin is less infected and inflamed than it normally is and I would love to try the rest of Pacifica's acne products! The only thing I wish was different was the functioning of the bottle, it's very very difficult to squeeze the product out and especially if your hands are slippery! A pump would be a better fit for this product!
Most Helpful Critical Review Mario Badescu is better… I got this product due to the gel application, as I already had products from Mario Badescu that work well- but they're runny. This product doesn't seem to be as strong or effective as the Mario Badescu Buffering or Drying Lotions, but this product is ALSO both cheaper and easier to keep right where you want it due to the gel formula. If you have more severe acne, or if your blemishes tend to be bigger/deeper (such as cystic acne), I'd recommend going right to Mario Badescu's Buffering product… If your acne is not severe and/or is more superficial (just small little spots here and there on occasion), then this may very well be a great product for you. I'm hanging onto this as it definitely has its place, but the Mario Badescu Buffering lotion in a little dropper is still going to be my "go to" product for the occasional deep, painful blemish…
Reviewed by 419 customers works great 5
sydney56 from Kokomo Indiana
This stuff works so well. I'll put it on a blemish and the next day it's gone. It works so well.
bye bye acne 4
Aun2003 from Canada
When i first saw this wasn't 100% sold on it considering the price, but after reading all the positive reviews on it decided to give it a go. Would definitely buy it again. Works like magic. After 4-6 weeks of using it I basically had an acne clear face!!
I finally cleared my acne! 5
pinkpompom from NYC
At first I thought this product wouldn't work, considering the low price point. However, after giving it a go and using consistently all over my face before bed for about six weeks my acne is gone and occasional breakouts are practically non-existent! As a former proactiv user, I am completely blown away.
I also pair this gel with the spot-dot acne stickers for an added kick, which also amazingly work!
I honestly do like it & it does work 4
Angie from Sacramento ca
I've been using this for about three months and it definitely does work and dries your acne how I do get a lot of the hormone pimples on my chin and jaw line and usually if I do have to pop a pimple I will usually clean it with acne treatment and then to dry it out I put a dab of this on and you can feel the burning sensation which means it's working sometimes it does burn a little too much and you can see your skin getting a little raw but then it goes away but beauty is pain. For the price I would highly recommend this I am going to be trying out the other products and I will let you guys now
Definitely but this. Works for jawline acne 5
Melissa from MI
This stuff is great. Absolutely cleared my hormonal acne. This is now a staple in my skincare routine.
Dries you out but works if you catch the breakout in time 4
BPG from Colorado
This will do what it says; dries out your skin but will take care of an under surface breakout IF you catch it in time. It isn't immediate, I applied for about two days and then noticed it did the trick. Not great on whiteheads already at the surface.
Amazing. 5
Vaneli from Mn
It does it's thing. As soon as I put some of this on a pimple it dried out ASAP.
Nice daily gel 5
Misa from Utah
I use this over any areas that I may have acne or hyperpigmentation. When I layer it with a moisturizer it doesn't dry out my skin, but helps spots heal quickly and minimizes redness.
Works like magic 5
Bri from DC
I love this acne spot treatment! It makes me acne disappear in about three days if you follow the directions and use it correctly. Will definitely stock up on this.
Didn't like at all 2
Anonymous from NA
I have terrible cystic acne and scarring. I used as instructed for over a month and my acne only got worse.
Mario Badescu is better… 3
Bianca from Upstate NY
I got this product due to the gel application, as I already had products from Mario Badescu that work well- but they're runny. This product doesn't seem to be as strong or effective as the Mario Badescu Buffering or Drying Lotions, but this product is ALSO both cheaper and easier to keep right where you want it due to the gel formula. If you have more severe acne, or if your blemishes tend to be bigger/deeper (such as cystic acne), I'd recommend going right to Mario Badescu's Buffering product… If your acne is not severe and/or is more superficial (just small little spots here and there on occasion), then this may very well be a great product for you. I'm hanging onto this as it definitely has its place, but the Mario Badescu Buffering lotion in a little dropper is still going to be my "go to" product for the occasional deep, painful blemish…
acne life saver 5
Mrs.Garrison from SD
Anytime I have a zit coming through I put some of this on it an the next day it's gone. definitely recommend!
It's so-so 2
Bee from NY
I really wanted to like this product but it did little to help with my acne. It flattened some pimples but would leave a nasty scar.
So far, so good 4
Zhi16 from undisclosed
I bought to replace my Burt's Bee blemish stick and didn't know why to expect. The consistency is thin gel-like liquid but leaves a tacky residue. Overall, I'd say it worked for the purpose I needed it for
Keep Body Acne at Bay 5
EM from US
I originally purchased this for my face, for hormonal pimple flare ups, but now I use it every day on my back and spots where I get ingrown hairs. It got rid of my bacne and keeps it from coming back. It's very strong and stings a bit sometimes, but it WORKS (for me). Keep in mind if you have dexterity issues, the bottle is a bit hard to squeeze.
Doesn't Dry Skin 5
PatC from undisclosed
This is a great product that helps with acne but does not dry out my skin.
final step for acne 5
Shell24 from Cali
good final step for getting rid of acne. Lasts quite a long time with the dropper top.
Fast results 5
Crystal from New Jersey
Zap the zits so quick! Makes me not want to pop my pimples because it dries it out so fast.
Repeat purchase! 5
Meg B from Chicago, IL
Repeat purchase! I have been using this product for over a year. I find it to be pretty effective without over-drying my skin.
cheaper then the clinique gel I buy! 5
Francine from California
I love this, cheaper alternative to the clinique spot gel I buy and doesn't sting as bad! works just as good! dries out blemishes, I usually get deep cystic acne around that time of the month and this helps
Good Stuff 4
olloha from undisclosed
My face broke out horribly after using a certain sunscreen. I had to find something asap to help clear my skin before the wedding I'm in in just a couple of weeks! I bought this & have been applying it morning & evening for several days now. The breakout isn't completely clear yet, but the bumps are significantly decreasing. Hopefully this product will be more effective as the days go on!
NEVER GOING BACK! 5
Steph from Portland, oregon
I can't tell you how much this has helped me with my face!!! It has been a lifesaver and has cleared my skin SO MUCH!!! My boyfriend has really bad acne, he even went to the doctor and got special medication. And that didn't even work, but then he started trying this because he saw me use it, and now he loves it and he makes me buy this for him all the time now!! He is on his third bottle, I'm on my fourth bottle! Honestly THE BEST ON THE MARKET!!
NEVER GOING BACK! 5
Stephjcastillo from Portland, Oregon
I can't tell you how much this has helped me with my face!!! It has been a lifesaver and has cleared my skin SO MUCH!!! My boyfriend has really bad acne, he even went to the doctor and got special medication. And that didn't even work, but then he started trying this because he saw me use it, and now he loves it and he makes me buy this for him all the time now!! He is on his third bottle, I'm on my fourth bottle! Honestly THE BEST ON THE MARKET!!
It works! 5
Kimchi from Irving TX
This stuff is strong. Yes, it does burn a bit, so only dab a thin layer on break outs. Other than that, this tackled one of the biggest cystic pimples I've ever had before in my life. Like it was super embarrassing & ive always had at least one break out on my face. I applied this on my pimple the night before bed and when I woke up, it was noticeable smaller (thank god) and less red. So this is a staple for me. :)
It's 2% 5
Pacifica Fan from Fairfax, VA
It's 2%, so it's got the potency I was looking for to address my menopausal breakouts. It's a gel with no distracting scent that goes on easily, absorbs quickly and stays where I apply it. Pacifica is a brand I trust, so I would certainly buy this product again.