Few things in skincare are as maddening as the post-breakout souvenir. I’m talking about those stubborn dark marks that linger long after the spot itself has packed up and left. If you love a full coverage foundation, they’re easy enough to hide. But if, like me, you prefer bare skin, then you need a product that actively helps to shift them. Enter Kate Somerville EradiKate Blemish Mark Fading Gel.
What is it?
This clever little tube claims to speed up the healing of persistent acne, fade post-blemish pigmentation in as little as three days, and support the skin barrier while it’s at it. It’s designed to be both preventative and corrective – working to clear spots while making sure they don’t leave their mark.
What Do I Think?
The formula is packed with the usual acne-fighting suspects. There’s salicylic acid, a gold-standard exfoliant that helps clear active breakouts and keep future ones at bay. A prebiotic complex is included to balance the skin’s microbiome and prevent that annoying dryness some spot treatments cause. Then there’s niacinamide, a multitasking wonder that brightens pigmentation and improves texture.
It can be used morning and night, either as a targeted spot treatment or applied all over if you’re breakout-prone. I use it on specific areas, as I don’t get full-face breakouts, dabbing on a tiny amount post-cleansing and letting it settle before layering on my other skincare.
Does it work? Yes, but it’s not a magic eraser. If left to their own devices, post-spot marks can hang around for months, and while this isn’t an overnight fix, it certainly helps to speed up the process. I noticed a definite improvement in how quickly my dark marks faded – particularly with consistent use over a couple of weeks.
The only caveat? It can be a little drying if used daily, which is easily remedied with a good moisturiser or a drop of facial oil.
Would I recommend?
All in all, it’s a solid addition to any breakout-prone skincare routine. It’s effective – especially if patience isn’t your strong suit.
Brands Product Description
Awarded Allure’s “Best of Beauty Award” 2022, the EradiKate Blemish Mark Fading Gel clears persistent acne and minimizes post-acne marks in as little as three days, while restoring a healthy skin barrier. Clinic-grade ingredients are expertly formulated to interrupt the blemish cycle, target discoloration and reduce the look of post-blemish scarring without irritation. Consistent use produces radiant-boosting results like improved skin texture + tone.
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic Acid – Helps diminish blemishes while encouraging natural, gentle exfoliation to unclog pores and slough away dead skin.
- Prebiotic Complex – Balances and restores skin flora to minimize dry, stripped, damaged skin and assist in longer-lasting skin clarity.
- Niacinamide – Evens skin tone from post-blemish marks while improving the appearance of pores.
How I Use It
I tend to use this in the evening. As previously mentioned, you can use it all over your face, or as a targeted treatment.
Would I Repurchase/Buy?
Yes!
How Much?
£59.00 for 30ml
