The treatments plans available through our platform contain ingredients that require a prescription in the United States. Providers can prescribe formulas with tailored strengths of ingredients, designed to help address a range of acne concerns from sensitive skin and mild clogged pores, to more severe cystic acne.
Acne spot treatments typically treat pimples after they’ve already formed. We provide access to products that treat current and future breakouts.
When starting a new skin treatment, it is best to keep it simple so you know which product is doing what. The acne gel cream available through Hims is specially formulated to make your routine as simple as possible.
Dryness can be a side effect in the beginning. In this situation, typically one would moisturize with good non-clogging (look for non-comedogenic) moisturizer. Sun sensitivity can also occur, so SPF 15+ sunscreen will help protect that skin from sun exposure. Ask your provider if you have side effect questions.
While face wash, cleanser, lotion etc can be used, we invite you to take full advantage of our platform and ask your provider about products you plan to use. Certain products may interact, such as chemical peels, products with retinol, glycolic acid, etc.