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Blemishes + Congestion

A clearer-looking complexion usually comes from a balanced routine rather than aggressively stripping the skin. Bubble Clinic’s approach to blemishes and congestion combines targeted cleansing, pore-focused exfoliation and carefully selected leave-on treatments while preserving hydration and barrier support.

Start with what you are trying to improve

Congestion can show up as visible pores, blackheads, uneven texture, excess oil or recurring blemishes. The most useful ingredients depend on the concern, the strength of the formula and what else is already in your routine.

The clarifying actives

Salicylic Acid (BHA)

An oil-soluble exfoliating acid commonly used in formulas for congested-looking pores, excess oil and uneven texture. It appears across Bubble Clinic cleansers, toners and leave-on resurfacing formulas.

Azelaic Acid

A versatile leave-on active suited to routines addressing blemishes, uneven-looking tone and texture. Bubble Clinic offers AZELUXE™ formulas in 10%, 15% and 20% strengths. Explore the Azelaic Acid guide.

Niacinamide

A multi-purpose skincare ingredient frequently used alongside clarifying actives to support balanced-looking skin, hydration and barrier function.

Sulphur

A traditional clarifying ingredient used in selected Bubble Clinic cleansing bars and solid cleansers for oily and congested-feeling skin. It can feel drying for some skin types, so frequency and the rest of the routine matter. Explore the Sulphur guide.

Acid Blends

AHA, PHA and BHA can address different aspects of surface texture and pore congestion. Multi-acid formulas are best introduced gradually, particularly when other exfoliating or retinoid products are already being used.

Shop the formula

Multi-Acid Resurfacing Lotion

A leave-on AHA + PHA + BHA treatment featuring 0.5% salicylic acid for dull, rough and congested-looking skin. Shop Multi-Acid Resurfacing Lotion.

Advanced Multi-Acid Blemish Control Toner

A fragrance-free toner combining azelaic acid, BHA, alpha arbutin and multiple exfoliating acids for congestion, texture and uneven-looking tone. Shop Advanced Multi-Acid Blemish Control Toner.

Salicylic Acid BHA 2% Toner

A focused 2% BHA exfoliating toner for pore congestion and texture. Shop BHA 2% Toner.

AZELUXE™ Azelaic Acid Treatments

Choose the strength that best matches your experience and routine: AZELUXE™ 10%, 15% or 20%.

2% BHA + Zinc Pyrithione Blemish Control Cleanser

A rinse-off cleansing option for oily and congested-feeling skin, combining salicylic acid with supporting clarifying ingredients. Shop the Blemish Control Cleanser.

10% Sulphur + MSM Clarifying Soap

A concentrated Australian-made cleansing bar for oily, congested and blemish-prone skin. Shop 10% Sulphur + MSM Clarifying Soap.

Build a balanced clarifying routine

Begin with a suitable cleanser, then choose one main leave-on clarifying step rather than stacking several acids at once. Moisturiser remains important even for oily or blemish-prone skin, and broad-spectrum sunscreen is especially important when exfoliating acids or other active treatments are part of the routine.

For products selected specifically around breakouts and oily skin, shop Blemish Control. For texture and visible pore congestion, shop Pores & Congestion.

This guide provides general cosmetic skincare information and is not medical advice.