Perricone MD Acne Relief Maximum Strength Spot Gel, 0.5 fl. oz.

This is a targeted spot-treatment gel designed to address individual blemishes and breakout areas. Its formula aims to reduce visible blemishes, absorb excess oil, unclog pores and help prevent future breakouts — all without overly drying the surrounding skin. 
The product is described as “maximum strength invisible gel” from Perricone MD’s Acne Relief line. 

Key Benefits

• Visibly reduces blemishes and helps them mature more quickly. 

• Absorbs excess oil, helping reduce shine and build-up without stripping moisture. 

• Unclogs pores and supports a clearer-looking skin surface. 

• Provides spot-treatment strength with a formula that tries to balance efficacy + gentler support (versus extremely drying treatments).

Key Ingredients & Features

• Salicylic Acid 2.0% – The active ingredient listed for breakout treatment. 

• Lactic Acid & Succinic Acid – Short-chain acids that help exfoliate and fight acne-causing bacteria. According to the label: “Lactic & Succinic Acids: Attack Acne-Causing Bacteria … alongside salicylic acid.” 

• Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil) – Traditional essential oil known for cleansing and clarifying properties; helps with redness. 

• Citrulline – An alpha-amino acid included for soothing and reducing visible redness. 

• Fragrance-free (or minimal scent) gel texture. According to the official site, scent = “Fragrance-Free”. 

How to Use

• Clean the skin thoroughly before applying. 

• Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer of the gel one to three times daily. 

• Because this treatment may cause dryness or peeling (common with acid/spot treatments), it’s advised: start with once daily, increase to 2-3 times if needed and if your skin tolerates it. If you experience bothersome dryness or peeling, reduce usage. 

• If you use other strong acne treatments concurrently (e.g., retinoids, benzoyl peroxide), be cautious of layering too much.

• As always, follow with a gentle moisturizer, and if used in the morning, ensure sun protection (SPF) because the skin may be more sensitive.