The Cheapo Product That Could Cure Your Acne (and So Much More)

Slathering oil on your skin might seem counterproductive, but that’s not actually the case here. “Tea tree oil will reduce inflammation and help calm acne-prone skin and works as well as 5 percent benzoyl peroxide without the irritation,” says Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., founder and director of Capital Laser Skin Care in Maryland. Try Evanhealy Tea Tree Gel Cleanser ($10, evanhealy.com) in place of your regular face wash.