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Good Molecules Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream
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Summary
Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream from Good Molecules is formulated with 2% salicylic acid and advanced retinoid to clear up and help prevent new acne blemishes, pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads.
Benefits
- Lightweight gel cream delivers salicylic acid deep into the pores to eliminate most acne blemishes, pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads.
- Suitable for all skin types, ideal for acne-prone skin.
Key Ingredients
- 2% Salicylic Acid (maximum over-the-counter strength) penetrates pores to remove the buildup of dead skin and impurities, clearing up existing acne blemishes and allowing the skin to heal.
- Advanced retinoid (oleyl adapalenate) promotes mild exfoliation to soften and smooth uneven skin texture.
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Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
Precautions: For external use only. When using this product, skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne treatment at a time. Keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. In case of contact with eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Squalane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Potassium Hydroxide, Allantoin, Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether, Oleyl Adapalenate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Centella Asiatica Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Bisabolol, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Simple product with good results
This product is not flashy or boastful. It doesn't smell perfumy. Come to think of it, it doesn't really smell like much of anything I can think of to be honest. What this product is for me is highly effective with daily use after using an acne cleanser to combat and control adult acne. The price is...
Most Helpful Critical Review
NOT fungal acne friendly!
I always liked the good molecules line but this one dissapointed me😭found out there was 5 fungal acne triggers to this product and I believe made my acne worse instead. I have combo, sensitve, acne prone skin.
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Effective treatment!
Out if any other acne treatments I have tried this one has worked the best and the quickest! It doesn't dry out my skin or anything which is a big plus too!
Seriously Disappointed
This product actually made my skin worse. I wish I had never tried it. I definitely do not recommend. There is absolutely nothing positive I can say about this product.
Changed my life!
Im sitting here thinking for the millionth time how grateful I am after finding this product end of May (thank you Nina Pool on TT). I had horrible, painful chin acne year round for years and nothing improved it. Then my skin cleared while I was pregnant the following two years after. Right at two years postpartum my acne returned and I was devastated, I didn't even want to look at myself in the mirror. The morning after I tried Good Molecules, my acne was already improving and wasn't drying out my skin. Now I use a little bit morning/evening and I basically never have any acne anymore. In fact, after 3 months of using, my acne scarring has greatly improved too! I've never been happier with a product!
Wish I had this sooner!
Ive had cystic acne most of my life, been on all the harsh medications, it got better for a few years and had slowing started to show up again later in life. I started to use this nightly before bed and it cleared everything, and has done a wonderful job preventing anything else from showing up. I was suprised since the acne was deep and painful that something like this would help. I would, and have, recommended it to anyone that has any kind of acne. My results really started to happen a week or 2 in, and now I'm on my second tube and have a clear face.
Great product!
This did not leave my skin flaky or dry at all. It god rid of a very stubborn infectected pimple in only 2 days. The pimple lasted for 1 month before I used this product. Theres a slight tingle after applying but nothing bad at all :)
Questions
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Can this be used for closed comedones? And is it paraben and sulfate free?
- Asked by Mel
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageYes, this product contains 2% salicylic acid which is good to treat closed comedones. Also, it's paraben and sulfate free.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this be combined w/ the Azaleic Acid treatment?
- Asked by A.J.
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageGreat question! Yes, both products can be used in the same routine. You can treat all breakout prone areas with a thin layer of the Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream, and then apply the 10% Azelaic Acid Treatment right before your moisturizer.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I still get waxing done while I use this product?
- Asked by Myranda
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageYes, you can.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this if I am using a retinol cream at night?
- Asked by Shalissa
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageNo, you should not use the Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream when you are applying retinol in the same routine. You can use the Gel Cream in the morning and the retinol cream at night. Or you can alternate the night you use each product.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this work on Hyperpigmentation and textured skin? It leaves a red spot when the pimple is gone and leaves a dark spot. Will this product solve the issue? What can I pair it with so its not drying, over exfoliating, and irritating? (niacinamide, azelaic acid, alpha arbutin, etc)
- Asked by h
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageThis cream helps to unclog pores and reduce the occurrence of breakouts. It also contains an advanced retinoid that helps to smooth textured skin. You can safely pair this with our Daily Brightening Serum which contains hyaluronic acid to help hydrate the skin and arbutin to help with hyperpigmentation. It should also help to reduce any irritation you may be getting from the Acne Gel Cream.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it good for combo skin
- Asked by Jailyn
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageYes, the Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream works great for combo skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Should I put this all over my face or only on acne spots?
- Asked by NK
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageYou can use the Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream all over or as a spot treatment.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How long will it take for this to work? i have some whiteheads on my forehead and i have an event in 3 days
- Asked by hazelnut
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageYou should start seeing the whiteheads reduce after 1-2 days of use.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this good to use on sensitive, oily, acne-prone skin? Can it be mixed with glycolic acid toner?
- Asked by Faith
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageHi! Thank you for checking in, no we do not suggest you pairing this with products that may contain glycolic acid as it may lead to over exfoliation. I hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product drying? How does this product work?
- Asked by Faith
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageHi, good question! This can be used as a spot treatment to treat blemishes. Apply to clean skin, covering the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. If dryness or peeling occurs, reduce to once a day or every other day. Please ensure you are using spf in the morning. I hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What does this product do?
- Asked by Gracie
- Official Answer By Good Molecules - Brand EngageThe Maximum Strength Acne Gel Cream has the highest percentage of salicylic acid that is available over the counter (2%) to help treat and prevent acne breakouts.Was this answer helpful to you