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
- 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, 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
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 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
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
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.
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.
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 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, 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 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 Acne Complex with Hydrating Crème to soothe, comfort + hydrate skin.
Though 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.