Taking aim at breakouts can be particularly tricky. Thereโ€™s no magic bulletโ€”or flash of lightโ€”that will clear everyoneโ€™s complexion in the same way.

So what treatments still reign supreme and are worth investing in? Most experts agree that a multi-pronged approachโ€”that tackles acne from many different anglesโ€”delivers long-term results.

Think of it as cross-training for your skin; in other words, the answer is built on a thoughtful combination of three major principles, overseen by a skilled dermatologist.