Beauty Elixir

Sulphur

Sulfur: what to mix it with

An old-school acne fighter that dries out oily spots, gently exfoliates and has antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is gentler than benzoyl peroxide for many people, though it has a distinctive smell.

Typical strength
3% – 10%
Best time
AM/PM
Irritation
Price in India
₹300 – ₹1,200
Helps with
Acne and oil control
Pregnancy
Ask your doctor before using in pregnancy

How to use Sulfur

Use as a spot treatment, a clay mask or a short-contact wash. It can be drying, so moisturise afterwards.

Use at different times from

Retinol Adapalene Benzoyl Peroxide Tretinoin Retinal

Safe to layer with

Vitamin C Niacinamide Glycolic Acid Lactic Acid Mandelic Acid Salicylic Acid PHA Azelaic Acid Hyaluronic Acid Peptides Copper Peptides Ceramides Bakuchiol Tranexamic Acid Alpha Arbutin Kojic Acid Centella Asiatica Squalane Vitamin E Ferulic Acid Sunscreen Snail Mucin Panthenol Hydroquinone Tea Tree Oil Aloe Vera Licorice Extract Urea Glutathione Zinc PCA Polyglutamic Acid

Guides

Ingredients for acne & breakoutsIngredients for oil control & large pores Is Sulfur safe in pregnancy?

Sulfur vs alternatives

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