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Succinic Acid Treatment bottle with 2021 CEW Beauty Award
Before and After of customer using Succinic Acid Treatment
How to layer Succinic Acid Treatment in your routine
Key claim from 2 week clinical trial of using Succinic Acid Treatment
Apply a thin layer over blemish
Apply AM & PM
Ingredients in Succinic Acid Treatment
Model holding Succinic Acid Treatment
Model applying Succinic Acid Treatment
Succinic Acid Treatment bottle with 2021 CEW Beauty Award
Before and After of customer using Succinic Acid Treatment
How to layer Succinic Acid Treatment in your routine

Key claim from 2 week clinical trial of using Succinic Acid Treatment
Apply a thin layer over blemish
Apply AM & PM
Ingredients in Succinic Acid Treatment
Model holding Succinic Acid Treatment
Model applying Succinic Acid Treatment

Succinic Acid Treatment | The INKEY List

Clincally proven to visibly improve blemishes fast

4.3
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 Stars (681 Reviews)
€12,50 / 15ml

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WHAT YOU GET: A non-drying spot treatment that clears blemishes, reduces inflammation, and unclogs pores—without flaking or irritation.

WHY IT WORKS: 2% Succinic Acid reduces blemish size and oil. 2% Sulfur unclogs pores and prevents breakouts. 1% Salicylic Acid gently exfoliates. 0.4% Hyaluronic Acid hydrates.

HOW IT FEELS: Creamy, lightweight and absorbs fast. No pilling or crusting.

WHEN TO USE: AM or PM as needed. Apply Succinic Acid Treatment to blemishes only.

Suitable for:

  • All Skin Types
  • Sensitive Skin
  • Teenagers
  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Targets:

  • Breakouts & Blemishes
  • Excess Oil
  • Blackheads

Awards & Features

CEW 2021
Allure Aware
Get the gloss feature
Cosmopolitan feature

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  • •Reduces blemish size and inflammation and unblocks pores.
  • •Contains 2% Sulfur and 1% Salicylic Acid, to help shrink blemishes and blackheads whilst remaining gentle on the skin.

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    "The INKEY List is the only skincare that's helped my acne-prone skin due to my polycystic ovaries". Lauren has been using Oat Cleansing Balm, Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Succinic Acid Treatment and Omega Water Cream since December 2022.

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    Teresa used Succinic Acid Treatment in her skincare routine to target blemishes, along with Oat Cleansing Balm, Collagen Booster and Omega Water Cream.

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    Hycent used Succinic Acid Treatment in her routine for 3 months, alongside Salicylic Acid Cleanser and Tranexamic Acid Treatment. She says, “These literally saved my skin as I had been suffering from acne for about 3 years; after incorporating the products into my routine, my skin changed drastically and for the better!"

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4.3
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
Based on 681 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 424 Total 4 star reviews: 133 Total 3 star reviews: 50 Total 2 star reviews: 33 Total 1 star reviews: 41
Reviews Summary
Customers say this spot treatment helps reduce breakouts quickly, with many seeing results overnight. Common feedback highlights its effectiveness on redness and swelling. While most find it gentle on skin, some mention a noticeable scent. Reviews indicate it works particularly well for overnight use, with many noting visible improvement by morning. Some users find the green tint helpful for daytime coverage, though others prefer nighttime application. While most report fast results, a few mention slower progress or minimal effects.
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681 reviews
  • Cliffton S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 45 - 54
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Oiliness, Redness, Breakouts, Texture
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 hour ago
    Great priduct

    It calms down inflammation and minimises imperfections without causing dryness

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  • Maša K.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Breakouts, Acne Scars
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Succinic Acid

    It calm down my breakouts.

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  • Ink
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 45 - 54
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Concerns Hyperpigmentation, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Plumping
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Super helpful

    Works wonders against acne overnight, absolutely a must-have.

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