De La Cruz Acne Ointment

Targeted sulfur care without an overnight coating

De La Cruz uses sulfur in a concentrated ointment applied to acne-affected areas and washed off after the directed contact time. It provides an alternative acne active to benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, with a short treatment step that leaves no ointment on the skin overnight. Choose the stated strength and follow its specific instructions below.

A lower-strength, short-contact option

This version uses less sulfur than the brand’s 10% ointment. It is applied to acne-affected areas and washed off after ten minutes. Its water-washable base carries sulfur to the skin without needing to leave a spot cream on overnight.

What to expect

Sulfur has its own characteristic smell, even though no artificial fragrance is added. Dryness can occur, so begin gradually rather than using a thick layer or treating large areas.

How to use

1. Cleanse the skin thoroughly.
2. Apply a thin layer over the affected area.
3. Leave for ten minutes, then wash off thoroughly with water.

Start once daily. Increase only if needed and tolerated, as your pack directs. Reduce use if peeling or bothersome dryness occurs.

Before use

For external use only. Avoid eyes, broken skin and large areas. Other acne treatments can increase irritation. Stop if irritation becomes excessive or worsens. Keep away from children.

Full ingredients

Active: Sulfur 5%. Inactive: Polyethylene glycol (PEG 400 and PEG 3350).

Formula and directions from the manufacturer’s published label. Check your supplied packaging for updates.

Standard UK delivery: free on all orders. Estimated 2–3 working days after dispatch.

Express UK delivery: estimated 1–2 working days after dispatch. Free on orders over £50.

Please allow up to 2 working days for order processing; orders are often dispatched the next working day. Delivery times are estimates, not guarantees.

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