As common as breakouts are for most people (and to you lucky ducks who never break out – remember how fortunate you are!), there’s little comfort in knowing you’re not alone. I’ve long suffered from stress-induced pimples around my chin and have fought for years to keep them at bay, trying everything I could to stop myself from breaking out, spending an absolute fortune on treatments and cleansers in the process of finding a solution to my problem. 

And then I came across a stellar drugstore find from Johnson & Johnson’s Clean & Clear advantage line. I tried it out of total desperation, rationalizing that another $6 spent on a facial cleanser wouldn’t break my bank if I discovered a cure for my skin. And a cure is exactly what I found. Their 3-in-1 foaming acne wash is made with 2% salicylic acid, a powerhouse ingredient in the fight against zits, and within a single week of twice-daily use, I noticed a dramatic improvement in my skin. My pimples quit popping up, and for the first time in my life, someone complimented me on my skin. Do you know how huge that is when I’ve spent most of my teens and 20s trying to cover up my skin? 

Beyond its visible effects, I’m also thrilled with the price. At $8.50 it’s a total steal when compared with the hundreds I’ve spent in the past. Now I just lather up twice a day, and I stay within the clear! Available at drugstores nationwide.