Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment is formulated for acne-prone, oily and sensitive skin, as it provides effective relief from breakouts and blemishes. This light gel is also infused with hydrating Ceramide capsules to help restore the skin barrier.
I received Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment together with a bunch of goodies from a Stylekorean collaboration some time back. With good experiences in their past products like Axis-y New Skin Resolution Gel Mask, Axis-y Green Vital Energy Complex Sheet Mask, Axis-y Aqua Boosting Essence Toner, Axis-y Heartleaf My Type Calming Cream and Axis-y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum, I was excited to try out Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment.
When it comes to blemish treatments, many of us have a love-hate relationship. Traditional spot gels often work fast but leave the skin around the breakout feeling dry, tight, and sometimes even flaky.
That’s why I prefer one that balances effectiveness with gentleness. A formula that can target blemishes quickly, without stripping or dehydrating the skin, so you get clearer skin and maintain a healthy complexion. The best ones soothe, calm, and reduce redness while keeping the skin comfortable with no harsh dryness, no peeling.
I used to struggle with hormonal pimples that popped up around that time of the month, but as I’ve grown older, they’ve shifted into the occasional random breakout on my chin. That’s why having an effective spot corrector for pimples has become an essential part of my skincare routine. I used to rely h on the Thursday Plantation Tea Tree Oil 100% Pure Multipurpose Liquid, but over time I found that it’s not as effective on my skin anymore which led me to explore gentler yet more targeted blemish treatments.
Packaging, Scent and Texture
Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment comes in a cute 15ml glass dropper bottle, featuring unique swirly pink ceramide capsules suspended in a soothing gel formula. It has a light, naturally occurring scent and a gentle gel texture that feels comfortable on the skin while targeting breakouts.
However, I did notice that the dropper of the Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment can struggle to pick up the gel as the bottle nears empty. This makes blemish gel application a bit tricky, as you have to wait for the product to drip out when turning the dropper upside down.
This blemish treatment gel is vegan, mineral oil free, alcohol free, paraben free and cruelty-free and does not consist of artificial fragrance and artificial colours.
How To Use :
1)Prepare your skin by cleansing and toning your skin
2)Apply an adequate amount of product using the dropper directly onto affected area
3)Gently pat the area and finish up with the remainder of your skincare routine
2)Apply an adequate amount of product using the dropper directly onto affected area
3)Gently pat the area and finish up with the remainder of your skincare routine
Performance and Ingredients
Restore troubled skin to health with this spot treatment designed to alleviate breakouts while providing soothing care. The vegan-friendly formula is infused with ceramide to fortify the skin barrier, and AHA and BHA to gently exfoliate skin. It also contains 2% niacinamide to tone up lackluster skin. Apply onto troubled areas for immediate benefits.
I was genuinely impressed the first time I tried the Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment. The gel spreads easily and the capsules burst upon application, giving a nice soothing sensation. It ticked all the boxes for me, as a non-drying blemish gel that calmed my dreaded chin pimple quickly.
For a moment, I thought I had found my holy grail spot corrector. But as weeks went by, I noticed the same pimple would return in the exact same spot, almost as if the root cause wasn’t completely addressed. And it didn’t just happen once because it became a recurring pattern.
Eventually, I found a routine that worked better: pairing the Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment with pimple patches. I would apply the blemish gel consistently for the first three days, then follow up with pimple patches for the next three days. This combination usually does the trick as it calms the breakout faster and preventing it from making a repeat appearance.
The notable ingredients are....
4-Terpineol : Derived from Tea Tree, this is known for its purifying and skin-soothing properties, helping to reduce the appearance of breakouts and blemishes
Niacinamide 2% : A water soluble vitamin B3 that works with the natural substances of the skin to help improve uneven skin tone, dullness, and weakened skin barrier
AHA + BHA : AHA gentle exfoliate the skin's surface to enhance texture and radiance while BHA helps clear pores and promote a clearer complexion.
Tea Tree Extract : Helps soothe skin and reduce irritation, dries out blemishes and breakouts
Green Tea Leaf : Helps calm the skin and controls sebum, preventing the skin from being clogged
Camphor Leaf : The antibacterial and antifungal features may help improve the overall appearance of skin
Mentha Aquatica : Revitalizes skin affected by irritation
Licorice Root : High in antioxidants and protects the skin
Broadleaf Bamboo : Anti-inflammatory benefits
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Hydrangea Macrophylla Leaf Extract, Mentha Aquatica Extract, Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Leaf Extract, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark/Bud Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Trehalose, Octyldodeceth-16, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, C12-14 Pareth-12, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta, Ceramide Np, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, 4-Terpineol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Rhizome/Root, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
Where To Buy : Iherb
Conclusion
Overall, the Axis-Y Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment is a solid option if you’re looking for a gentle yet effective spot corrector that won’t leave your skin dry or flaky. I love that it soothes and reduces pimples quickly, especially for those stubborn chin breakouts, and the ceramide capsules give it a barrier-friendly edge compared to harsher treatments.
That said, it may not completely prevent recurring blemishes on its own, so pairing it with pimple patches or a consistent anti-acne routine works best for long-term results.
If you’re after a non-drying blemish gel that calms redness, smooths the skin, this is definitely worth trying especially if you’ve struggled with harsher spot treatments in the past.
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