PCA SKIN Launches Acne Control Prebiotic Gel Cleanser
Key Takeaways
- PCA SKIN has launched Acne Control Prebiotic Gel Cleanser, a daily gel-to-lather cleanser formulated with 2% salicylic acid and additional skin-supportive ingredients.
- The formula combines 1% azelaic acid, 1% niacinamide, and the brand’s patented Triple Biotic Technology, according to the manufacturer.
- Supporting data come from a small company-reported case study of 15 adults, in which dermatologist assessment showed a 35% reduction in acne severity at 8 weeks.
PCA SKIN has launched Acne Control Prebiotic Gel Cleanser, a daily cleanser designed for acne-prone skin that pairs acne-fighting ingredients with technology intended to support the skin microbiome.
The gel-to-lather cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid to help clear and prevent acne breakouts, along with 1% azelaic acid and 1% niacinamide. According to PCA SKIN, the formulation cleanses excess surface oil, impurities, and buildup without leaving skin feeling stripped or tight.
Acne Cleanser Combines Salicylic Acid With Microbiome-Supportive Technology
The product also incorporates PCA SKIN’s patented Triple Biotic Technology, described by the company as a combination of prebiotics, “smartbiotics,” and postbiotics designed to support a balanced skin microbiome and healthy-looking complexion. The company states that the cleanser can help visibly calm redness and improve the appearance of post-blemish discoloration while leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated.
Company-reported data come from a 12-week case study involving 15 participants aged 18 to 55 years. At an 8-week dermatologist assessment, acne severity was reduced by 35%, according to the product description. Additional details regarding study design, acne severity at baseline, statistical testing, and the assessment scale used were not provided in the source materials.
Acne Control Prebiotic Gel Cleanser retails for $46 and is available through PCA SKIN’s website.
Source
PCA SKIN press announcement. September 9, 2026.