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5 Professional-Grade Products You Can Buy at the Drugstore

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While it’s true that the highest-strength skin care products can only be prescribed by a dermatologist, there’s a very thin line separating the efficacy of certain over-the-counter products and prescribed ones. Luckily, there’s a tier of top drugstore products that fall just below this line of extraordinarily fastest-acting items, making them the crème de la crème of the drugstore shelves. Ahead, the professional-grade products you can snag from the drugstore without having to wait in line at the pharmacist first.

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ScarAway ($24)

Summer weather calls for lighter clothing and plenty of exposed skin, but if you’re particularly accident-prone, that uncovered flesh might possess a few more unsightly marks than you’d like. In order to minimize the appearance of those scars, simply try ScarAway, a doctor-recommended product that fades both new and old scars. The clinically tested silicone technology hydrates the scar tissue, softening the wound and reducing scar formation so marks appear smoother and less visible over time. Bonus: It’s available in drugstores, making it super accessible to pick up in a pinch.


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Roc Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Facial Night Cream ($26)

There’s a reason dermatologists are always recommending this night cream: It’s one of the most effective retinol products on the market. It’s clinically proven to diminish the visibility of both fine lines and deep wrinkles in just 12 weeks. As a bonus, it’s oil-free and noncomedogenic, making it a great option for all skin types.


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Differin Gel 0.1% ($14)

Differin Gel had only been available via prescription to fight acne up until last year; however, the anti-acne treatment has recently been FDA-approved for over-the-counter as a safe and super effective way to banish blemishes without having to see a doctor first.


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Avène Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate ($48)

For those with sensitive skin, a redness relief cream should be an essential product in your beauty arsenal. Reactive and rosacea-prone skin will love this soothing cream that contains hesperidin methyl chalcone to reduce the appearance of inflamed capillaries and Avène Thermal Spring Water to calm any visible flushing on the surface of the skin.

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Derma E Overnight Peel ($19)

No need to visit your dermatologist’s office to reap the benefits of a skin peel, simply pick up this 5 percent alphahydroxy acid peel from your drugstore to remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter, more even-toned complexion instantly. Plus, it’s 100-percent vegan and cruelty-free so you can use it without feeling guilty. 


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