A former Boots employee has expressed regret over not having access to a new £13 spot serum during her teenage years. Bethan Shufflebotham, who battled acne from around age 10, said the arrival of The Breakout Hack brand in the UK has revolutionised skincare options for those with blemish-prone skin.
Shufflebotham detailed her struggles with traditional treatments, including prescription antibacterial Zineryt and over-the-counter products containing benzoyl peroxide, which caused an allergic reaction. The Breakout Hack's products, such as the £15.99 Spot Cream and £12.99 Spot Cleanser, use patented technology originally developed for medical wound treatment, avoiding harsh ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
The brand's co-founder, Rachael Wilde, also endured a 13-year struggle with acne, leading to the creation of a range designed to prevent breakouts without compromising skin health. The technology breaks down the skin's biofilm to kill acne-causing bacteria, promising clearer skin in as little as six weeks.
Additionally, the brand's Multi-Size Pimple Patches, priced at £12.99, are selling one per minute globally. They absorb pus and reduce redness overnight, with niacinamide and ascorbic acid helping to fade post-acne pigmentation.
