360° Acne Correction
A comprehensive solution for moderate + severe acne, post-acne marks and textural scarring.
Benefits
- Clears all grades of acne and helps to prevent future blemishes
- Minimizes the appearance of post-breakout red + brown marks
- Aids health collagen; improves the look of textural acne scarring + visibly smoother skin
- Creamy treatment serum absorbs quickly
- Fragrance-free
Proven Results
Clinically Proven Results
In a 12-week independent clinical evaluation, Retinol + Acne Complex profoundly improved multiple parameters of acneic skin.
*Based on the modified Cook's scale. Subjects averaged a 3.3 acne grading at baseline. After 12 weeks of use, their average acne score declined to 2.0 (mild).
PROTOCOL: A 12-week independent, third-party clinical evaluation of 40 subjects with moderate to severe acne vulgaris. Subjects represented females ages 21-33 with Fitzpatrick skin types I-VI . Supported with the use of Gentle Cleanser and Sheer Fluid Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 during the study.
Comprehensive Acne-Clearing Technologies
Retinol + Acne Complex's cutting-edge technologies target every step of acne formation as well as post-breakout marks and textural scarring to restore clear, healthy + beautiful skin.
Anticipated Retinol Reactions
Redness, flakiness, dryness or stinging are all normal, anticiapted reactions when starting Retinol + Acne Complex. With regular use, skin will acclimate after a few weeks - revealing a visibly transformed complexion.
PROTOCOL: A 12-week independent, third-party clinical evaluation of 40 subjects with moderate to severe acne vulgaris. Subjects represented females ages 21-33 with Fitzpatrick skin types I-VI . Supported with the use of Gentle Cleanser and Sheer Fluid Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 during the study.
Expert Usage Tips
Retinol + Acne Complex combines maximum 1% microemulsion retinol and 2% encapsulated salicylic acid to profoundly improve moderate and severe acne. Due to its potency, begin use gradually.
- Gradually increase to daily use as tolerated
- Pair with ZO's Hydrating Crème to soothe + comfort skin
- Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher daily
- Provider monitoring is recommended
Principle of Skin Health Restoration:
Stimulation
ZO's principle of Stimulation is the use of retinol and tretinoin to initiate skin rejuvenation and profoundly improve a number of skin conditions. Retinol delivers unparalleled preventative and corrective benefits for acne-prone skin.
Retinol's unparalled benefits for acne:
Improves exfoliation within pores to help clear existing impactions + ensure ongoing blemish-free skin
Inhibits the appearance of post-acne marks + promotes even skin tone
Supports skin's healthy collagen; improves the look of textural scarring
FAQs
Retinol + Acne Complex is clinically proven to clear moderate + severe breakouts, help prevent future blemishes and improve the look of post-acne marks and textural scarring.
Retinol + Acne Complex offers a comprehensive formula with ingredient technologies that target acne formation, post-acne marks + textural scarring. To learn if this is suitable for your skin type + skin concerns, we suggest referring to a local ZO® Provider.
Microemulsion retinol absorbs rapidly + deeply into skin to powerfully improve exfoliation in pores while aiding healthy collagen and improving the look of textural scarring.
Retinol + Acne Complex is a clinically proven topical that combines maximum 1% retinol and 2% encapsulated salicylic acid as well as ingredients that reduce visible redness and post-acne marks.
Because Retinol + Acne Complex combines maximum 1% retinol + 2% encapsulated salicylic acid, start use slowly: a light layer 2-3 nights/week. Then, gradually increase to every night as tolerated. Make sure to check in with your provider.
To maximize the effectiveness of your overall skincare protocol, we recommend ZO's Oily + Acne-Prone Getting Skin Ready® (Exfoliating Cleanser, Dual Action Scrub and Oil Control Pads) and Hydrating Crème to soothe, hydrate + comfort skin.
Yes, Retinol + Acne Complex is clinically proven to reduce the look of textural scarring for visibly smoother skin.
Flaking, redness, dryness + stinging are totally normal reactions when starting a high-potency retinol like Retinol + Acne Complex. With consistent use, skin will acclimate and reactions will subside – revealing a clear, smooth, even-toned complexion. If you have further concerns, we suggest referring back to your provider.
To minimize reactions to fit your lifestyle,we suggest to pair Retinol + Acne Complex with Hydrating Crème to soothe, comfort + hydrate skin.
Though Retinol + Acne Complex delivers prescription-like results -- and more -- you do not need a prescription. However, due to its unique potency, we recommend provider monitoring throughout use.