September 11, 2026 Editorial directory · Not a shop

Ingredient

Sulfur

S8

Old-school acne actives are returning in modern spot treatments and masks.

Category: Blemish Care

Chemical formula: S8

Main cosmetic effects: Oil-absorbing; keratolytic; blemish-care support.

Source: Refined mineral/industrial sulfur.

Developer / supplier: Longstanding dermatology use

Origin: Global

Representative product: De La Cruz Sulfur Acne Treatment

Approx. retail price (USD): 10-15

Evidence maturity: Strong to moderate evidence

What it does

Oil-absorbing; keratolytic; blemish-care support.

Notes

Blemish Care | Strong to moderate evidence