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Instant Clear NEW
  • Reduces pimples in 24 hours
  • Clears acne in 1-2 weeks
  • Gentle on sensitive skin
  • Powered by Curoxyl-42© and LHA
★★★★★

Decreased in size overnight

I had my son try it on a blemish on his chin, and it decreased in size overnight.

Stephanie R.

★★★★★

Already clearing up with no irritation

My acne is already clearing up. No irritation issues so far. The areas where I had big zits and put the spot treatment on are smooth.

Camren O.

★★★★★

No new breakouts & bumps reduced

He was battling a pretty bad breakout, so he was using it over a more widespread area of his face. Overall, he is happy! He has not had any new breakouts and bumps have been reduced.

Allison E.

Reviews from real Shield customers who received early access product.

The Science

The Science Behind the System

Acne isn't a hygiene problem. Testosterone spikes during puberty, which skin converts into DHT. DHT triggers your skin to produce more keratin which clogs pores. DHT also triggers production of specific oils such as sapienic acid, which are the perfect food for bacteria c. acnes that trigger inflammation and acne. Instant Clear's three-step system is engineered to target acne at every stage of how it actually forms.

Step 1: Kill the bacteria at the source

Standard benzoyl peroxide can't penetrate the pore lining where acne bacteria actually live. Our face wash uses Curoxyl-42 with micronized particles 5x smaller to reach the bacteria at the root of the breakout — killing them without the harsh irritation of standard formulas.

97%

Had less acne after 6 weeks of consistent use.

37%

Less irritation than traditional benzoyl peroxide.

*Based on a double blind clinical trial conducted by a board of dermatologists on active ingredient Curoxyl-42.

Step 2: Stop pores from clogging in the first place

Killing bacteria isn't enough — if pores keep clogging, breakouts keep coming back. Instant Clear is powered by LHA, a gentle salicylic acid derivative that exfoliates, prevents dead skin buildup and unclogs pores to prevent future breakouts.

Why LHA is different
Salicylic acid is great for exfoliating clogged pores, but that same exfoliation can disrupt your skin barrier. LHA is gentler because it exfoliates slowly and precisely, helping to unclog pores without stripping the skin.

Step 3: Balance and protect

Acne needs oil to thrive and weakens the skin barrier. Instant Clear balances oil and supports recovery with three key ingredients working together:

Niacinamide
Niacinamide
Regulates oil production and reduces redness.
Zinc PCA
Zinc PCA
Helps reduce redness and calm inflammation.
Shea Butter
Shea Buter
Deeply hydrates the skin barrier and prevents dryness.

Meet our Medical Team

Dr. Annie Liu

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Dr. Leela Athalye

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Janna Linehan, M.S.

Skincare Formulation Scientist