Neutrogena Rapid Clear Stubborn Acne Spot Treatment Gel with Maximum Strength for Acne Prone Skin - 1 oz: Paraben-Free, Aluminum-Free, Dye-Free
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The Neutrogena Rapid Clear Stubborn Acne Spot Gel is highly effective for treating various types of acne, including cystic and hormonal acne. Guests appreciate its quick results, often seeing improvements within hours or days. However, it can cause dryness and irritation, and it may bleach fabrics. Overall, it is a recommended product for those dealing with persistent acne issues.
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4.2 out of 5 stars with 880 reviews
Reduces Acne: 3.86 out of 5
Treats Spots: 3.8 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 3.93 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 3.33 out of 5
64% would recommend
74 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
18 March, 2026
originally posted on neutrogena.com
Most important step in skin care
I've been buying this product for years and I would be very distraught if they ever discontinued or changed the formula for this product. Its the only thing that keeps my face clear
5 out of 5 stars
17 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Perfect for sensitive skin
Took care of breakouts I had around my hairline on my forehead within 2 days. In the past these breakouts have lasted at least a week. Very much recommend this product!
5 out of 5 stars
10 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Super effective
This gel has saved my life. For a while now, due to stress, I've been getting a lot of pimples, something I'm not used to, and thanks to this cream I'm getting better.
5 out of 5 stars
15 January, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Acne clearing gel
This cream is great for clearing acne. It is definitely worth the price! It is not too strong so it doesn’t make your face feel tight. You can wear it out and no one will ever notice.
5 out of 5 stars
12 January, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Good quality acne spot treatment.
This acne rapid spot gel is so good. Its consistency, price, drying are all good, I have less breakouts when I use this product. It makes my acne seem non existent when using this. I would buy this product again.
5 out of 5 stars
9 January, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com

Actually works!
This product is so good and one of the best for my stubborn acne!! I get the most random spots and it likes to bring friends but this helps so much within 1-2 days i see a huge difference. It absorbs very well, it does not sting or irritate my skin. And i love the packaging because i can spot it easily in between my things (see what i did there)
5 out of 5 stars
19 December, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Effective ✨
I use this as a spot treatment whenever I feel a breakout coming, and it really works. It dries out pimples quickly without irritating my skin too much. The gel is lightweight, absorbs fast, and doesn’t leave a heavy or sticky feeling. It’s definitely one of those products I keep reaching for when I need fast results.
4 out of 5 stars
19 December, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Rapidly clears acne spots
Its good if you got one or two spots as it clears them rapidly good for sensitive skin as it doesn’t irritate skin . It doesn’t dry skin. And covers redness
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 December, 2025Verified purchase
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They must have switched the ingredients. My daughter has used this product for years and this time around it gave her chemical burn on her face.
3 out of 5 stars
13 December, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Varies
I feel like this product would be so good on someone with out severe acne. I had severe acne and it didn't work but it was very gentle and i gifted it to my friend and she claimed it works great for her so definitely depends on the skin type!
5 out of 5 stars
30 November, 2025
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Works perfectly!
I use this product a bunch, in the winter I tend to get more acne and when I use this product you can always tell a difference. I recommend this to all my friends when they are struggling! 10/10
4 out of 5 stars
19 November, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Solid acne breakout cream
My husband uses this for his stubborn breakouts on his face. It can leave a little white residue after it dries if you don’t have it totally rubbed in. It does help the acne breakouts when he uses it.
4 out of 5 stars
8 November, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Effective but drying
It definitely helps it’s just irritating (but I have sensitive skin so that’s not surprising!). I do think it is good for truly spot treatment though!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
5 November, 2025Verified purchase
Great Product
This cream surprised me. I have a teenager that was breaking out so I got this to try and it cleared him up very quickly. Also, a little goes a long way so the tube lasts a long time. Actually, if you use too much the cream cakes up and dries and it looks like cake icing on your face.
5 out of 5 stars
23 October, 2025
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Wow
Large bottle with lots of coverage, these simple ingredients leave your skin feeling super soft and smelling great! Super effective for dry skin! My everyday routine!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
3 September, 2025Verified purchase
Allergic reaction
Dont buy this cream. Gave me an allergic reaction the day after using it.
5 out of 5 stars
10 June, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Product Highlights
This little tube means serious business. 💥 Neutrogena Rapid Clear Stubborn Acne Spot Gel might not smell amazing, but it works fast — and that’s what counts! I wish the packaging looked a bit better, but for the price and power, I can’t complain. Just one dab and the breakout gets the message: “You’re not welcome here.
5 out of 5 stars
1 June, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Great Affordable Spot Acne Treatment
This product is a great and very adorable option for spot acne treatment. I usually leave it on overnight for my mainly hormonal acne and it does the trick. It does, like any spot acne treatment, dry your skin a bit, but it’s important to just keep it moisturized.
5 out of 5 stars
11 May, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Great product
I have been using this on my acne; it is doing a very good job of helping my acne become ready to pop. I put it on today, and tomorrow the whitehead already popped up for me to pop it out. However, my only complaint is that it feels very itchy when I put it on the acne spot, so it makes me scratch and remove the product.
5 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2025
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This is a must have product!
One of my very favorite products. I was experiencing really stubborn hormonal acne and this product did the trick for me! And for the value it easily is a top product to have in your skincare routine. Scentless and easy to work with