TULA Breakout Star Acne Moisturizer 1.7 fl oz — 2% Salicylic + Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide for Brightening & Soothing

TULA Breakout Star is a lightweight daily moisturizer formulated with 2% salicylic acid and azelaic acid to treat and help prevent mild breakouts while brightening post-blemish marks.

This moisturizer combines targeted exfoliation, calming ingredients, and prebiotic superfoods in a fast-absorbing base designed for AM and PM use. The formula aims to reduce congestion with salicylic acid, even skin tone with azelaic acid and niacinamide, and support the skin’s barrier with a blend of prebiotic extracts and hydrating components. It’s presented in a 1.7 fl oz tube for easy, everyday application.

How does this moisturizer help with breakouts?

Breakout Star uses 2% salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid that helps clear pores and reduce surface congestion. Combined actives work together to address acne-prone skin without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.

• 2% salicylic acid to exfoliate inside pores and reduce clogging
• Azelaic acid helps tone down post-blemish discoloration
• Non-comedogenic, fast-absorbing base prevents additional buildup

Will this moisturizer dry out or irritate my skin?

The formula is designed to hydrate while delivering active ingredients, with soothing components to minimize drying effects often associated with acne treatments. It’s lightweight and intended for twice-daily use in small amounts to balance efficacy and comfort.

• Hydrating base prevents tightness and excessive flaking
• Prebiotic blend supports the skin barrier and microbiome balance
• Niacinamide soothes redness and helps strengthen skin resilience

How should I use it in my routine for best results?

Apply a dime-sized amount to clean skin in the morning and evening; follow with sunscreen during the day. Start slowly if you’re new to chemical exfoliants—every other day—then increase to daily as tolerated.

• Use after cleansing and any lightweight serums, before thicker creams
• Apply a small, even layer to affected or all-over facial skin
• Always pair with SPF in daytime routines to protect newly treated skin

What active ingredients are in the formula and what do they do?

TULA combines multiple actives to target congestion, discoloration, and barrier support without relying on a single mechanism. The balanced ingredient set aims to be effective yet suitable for regular use when instructions are followed.

• Salicylic acid (2%) for pore exfoliation and breakout control
• Azelaic acid to help brighten marks and even skin tone
• Niacinamide to calm irritation and improve texture
• Prebiotic superfood blend to support the skin’s microbiome and natural barrier

Who is this for: TULA Breakout Star is aimed at people with acne-prone or combination skin who want an everyday moisturizer that actively targets breakouts and post-acne marks without heavy creams. It’s suitable for those looking to add chemical exfoliation into a regular routine delivered in a gentle, hydrating format. If you have sensitive skin or are using other strong actives, consider patch testing and introducing the product gradually. For daytime use, pair with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect treated skin.

Ingredients

Salicylic Acid 2%, Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Azelaic Acid, Bisabolol, Cetearyl Olivate, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Lactic Acid, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ozonized Oryza Sativa (Rice) Callus Culture Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum