Fungal acne is a type of acne caused by an overgrowth of yeast on the skin, specifically Malassezia. To treat fungal acne, it is important to avoid ingredients that promote the growth of Malassezia yeast, such as oils, fatty acids, and esters. Here are some details about fungal acne products:
Positive:
- Azelaic and salicylic acids are two of the best face acids for treating fungal acne.
- Glycerin and hyaluronic acid are humectants that are great for conditioning and adding moisture to the skin.
- Ketoconazole 2% is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent that can be applied topically and is used as a first-line defense for fungal acne.
- Salicylic acid is a natural ingredient commonly used to treat fungal acne as well as rosacea.
Negative:
- Oils directly promote the growth of Malassezia yeast, which leads to the development of fungal acne.
- Fatty acids and esters can cause fungal acne to grow and spread.
- Polysorbates feed fungal acne to grow.
- Most fatty alcohols come from vegetable sources, such as coconut or palm oil, which clog pores and hair follicles, leading to more fungal acne.
Ingredients or materials:
- Almond Clears Face & Body Wash is a minimalistic cleanser that does not exacerbate fungal acne.
- Kate Somerville EradiKate Daily Cleanser Acne Treatment contains 3% sulfur, but has a coconut oil fatty acid-based surfactant, sodium cocoyl isethionate.
- La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid.
- COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid and COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid are both effective for treating fungal acne.
- De La Cruz Sulfur Ointment contains 10% sulfur.
- Differin Gel contains 0.1% Adapalene.
- Dr Hsieh 25% Mandelic Acid Home Peeling Liquid contains 10% and 20% mandelic acid.
- Curology (only base formulas without vitamin C) is effective for treating fungal acne.
- CyberDERM Exfoliant Reveal contains 8% glycolic acid.
- CyberDERM Retin + Erase contains hydroxypinacolone retinoate.
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