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How to layer Succinic Acid Treatment in your routine. Step 1: Cleanse. Step 2: Hyaluronic Acid Serum. Step 3: Succinic Acid Treatment. Step 4: Eye Treatment. Step 5: Moisturizer. Step 6: SPF

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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 (758 Reviews)
£11.00 / 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 Award
  • Allure Award
  • Cosmopolitan Feature
  • Get the Gloss

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  • Before and after showing results of Succinic Acid Treatment
    "I’ve used INKEY products religiously and my skin is just amazing! This is before I started and what it's like now. My skin's never been better!"

    Adelle

  • Before and after showing results of Succinic Acid Treatment
    "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.

    Lauren

  • Before and after showing results of Succinic Acid Treatment
    Teresa used Succinic Acid Treatment in her skincare recipe to target blemishes, along with Oat Cleansing Balm, Collagen Booster and Omega Water Cream.

    Teresa

  • Before and after showing results of Succinic Acid Treatment
    Hycent used Succinic Acid Treatment in her recipe 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!"

    Hycent

  • Before and after showing results of Succinic Acid Treatment
    Mariam used our INKEY Insiders service for 12 weeks. "A big part of this journey was Rhiannon's (askINKEY) help and I can't thank her enough for all the helpful advice and product recommendations. This was a whole ride and now I just have to be patient with the hyperpigmentation. Thanks for being present throughout my skincare journey!"

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4.3
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
Based on 758 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 480 Total 4 star reviews: 144 Total 3 star reviews: 56 Total 2 star reviews: 34 Total 1 star reviews: 44
Reviews Summary
Customers say this spot treatment works quickly on blemishes, often showing improvement overnight. Many reviews mention reduced redness and swelling after application. The green-tinted formula helps visually counteract redness. While most find it effective for quick results, some note a strong smell that lingers. Reviews indicate it works particularly well on fresh breakouts, though results can vary with deeper blemishes. Some users appreciate its gentle formula, while others report slower progress.
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758 reviews
  • Ally S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Redness, Texture, Breakouts, Hyperpigmentation, Dryness
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Wonderful product!

    This is a great treatment for hyperpigmentation, I love that the inkey list products don’t have a sticky feeling and ACTUALLY melt into my skin! They also don’t have horrible perfumes in them and smell neutral! I am currently using all Inkey list products and have been for the last 3-4 years! The skin quiz and online support have helped me clean up my acne!

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  • Maruša O.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Concerns Breakouts
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Perfect spot treatment

    It actually works, and fast. At home you can leave a dot of the product on the spots (it works the fastest) or if you don’t want to have a green spot on the face you can smudge it in over areas with acne. Perfect for big pimples, I use it 2-3 times a day for fastest results.

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  • N D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 35 - 44
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Concerns Breakouts, Dryness, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dehydration, Blackheads
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    Good for breakouts

    Great for treating occassional hormonal breakouts

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