What ointment should be used for acne? Summary of hot topics and solutions across the Internet in the past 10 days
Acne (acne) is a common skin problem that plagues teenagers and adults. In the past 10 days, discussions about acne creams have continued to rise across the Internet. The following is an authoritative guide compiled with the latest hot topics and medical advice to help you choose ointments scientifically.
1. Top 5 popular anti-acne ointments on the Internet (search data in the past 10 days)

| Ranking | Ointment name | core ingredients | Suitable for acne types | Hot search index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | adapalene gel | Retinoic acid derivatives | Closed acne/inflammatory acne | 98,000 |
| 2 | Fusidic acid cream | antibiotics | Red, swollen, pustular acne | 72,000 |
| 3 | benzoyl peroxide gel | benzoyl peroxide | Moderately inflammatory acne | 65,000 |
| 4 | Clindamycin Phosphate Gel | Lincomycin | bacterial acne | 51,000 |
| 5 | Azelaic acid cream | Azelaic acid | Acne/mixed acne | 43,000 |
2. Medication Guide for Acne at Different Stages
According to the latest recommendations from dermatologists (2024 update):
| acne stage | Recommended ointment | How to use | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| acne period | 0.025% tretinoin cream | Apply thinly once every night | Need to be protected from light |
| inflammatory phase | 2.5% benzoyl peroxide + 1% clindamycin | 1 time in the morning and once in the evening | Need to build tolerance |
| pustule stage | Fusidic acid cream | 2-3 times a day | No more than 7 days |
| Repair period | 20% azelaic acid | 1 time per night | Can be used for a long time |
3. 3 new trends in acne treatment that have been hotly discussed in the past 10 days
1."P in the morning and R in the evening" acne treatment method: Use benzoyl peroxide (Peroxide) in the morning and retinoid (Retinoid) at night. This topic has received 120,000+ favorites on Xiaohongshu.
2.concept of partition and rule: Use oil-controlling ointment (containing salicylic acid) for the T zone and mild ointment (containing ceramide) for the U zone. Related topics on Weibo have been read 320 million times.
3.Use with medical dressings: Hyaluronic acid dressing relieves the dryness problem after acid treatment. The Douyin #acne repair package tag has over 80 million views.
4. Special reminder from experts
1. avoidAntibiotic abuse: Fusidic acid and other antibiotic ointments should not be used continuously for more than 2 weeks.
2.Contraindications for pregnant women: Vitamin A acid products may cause fetal malformations and should be strictly avoided.
3.Build tolerance correctly: When using adapalene for the first time, it is recommended to use the "SCT short-term contact method" (wash off after 5 minutes of application).
5. User test report (data source: Beautiful Practice APP)
| Products | Positive rating | Effective time | Main side effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| adapalene | 89% | 4-8 weeks | Peeling (36%) |
| fusidic acid | 92% | 3-5 days | Itching (12%) |
| Azelaic acid | 85% | 2-4 weeks | Tingling (28%) |
Please note: The statistical period of the above data is from June 10 to June 20, 2024. Specific medication must be taken according to medical advice. It is recommended that patients with severe acne go to the dermatology department of a tertiary hospital in a timely manner, which may require oral medication or photoelectric treatment.
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