Dr Mayson's 3-Phase Anti-Acne Program
Dr Mayson's 3-Phase Anti-Acne Program
Developed by Dr Mayson through more than 35 years of clinical practice, this 3-Phase Glycolic Program helps to progressively clear pore congestion — the first step in the formation of breakouts — revealing clearer, smoother-looking skin.
- Helps clear clogged pores that cause breakouts
- Helps clear whiteheads, blackheads
- Supports clearer, smoother-looking skin
- Helps fade post-acne blemishes
- Helps reduce new breakouts
- Requires only once-daily use at bedtime
"Dr Mayson’s treatment cleared my skin so much I kept calling his clinic for repeat prescriptions after moving overseas.” - Martin, London, UK
"After trying everything, Dr Mayson’s Program finally cleared my skin — I can now go without makeup.” - Sophie, Coogee
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How to Use the 3-Phase Anti-Acne Program
Phase 1
For 4 weeks
Phase 2
For 6 weeks
Phase 3
Until Maintenance
Maintain
Ongoing Improvement
Phase 1
Start with Phase 1 for 4 weeks.
Phase 2
Move to Phase 2 for 6 weeks.
Phase 3
Move to Phase 3 until it finishes.
Maintain
Continue with Maintenance Formula for ongoing skin improvement.
Important
To avoid interrupted use, always order your next bottle of Maintenance Formula well ahead so that you receive it before your current bottle runs out. Single bottles of Maintenance Formula can be purchased from our online store.
Anti-Acne Program
Maintenance Formula
Your first Maintenance Formula purchase unlocks 12 weeks after your Starter Program purchase, ensuring your skin is ready for the next phase of its transformation journey. Subsequent bottles can then be purchased at any time.
Important: Always order your next Maintenance Formula well in advance to avoid running out. Going without for more than 7 days may cause your skin to "de-acclimatise" to the glycolic acid and require you to restart the 3-Phase Program.
How Glycolic Acid Helps Clear and Improve Your Skin
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How Glycolic Delivers Clearer Skin
Glycolic acid works by:
- Gently removing built-up 'dead' skin cells that can block the oil-producing glands and allow the oil to flow freely on to the skin surface, thereby reducing the conditions that lead to breakouts.
- Helping to balance excess oil, and support a clearer-looking, less congested complexion.
- Supporting ongoing skin renewal, improving skin clarity, refining texture, and promoting a more even-complexion over time.
- Helping fade the appearance of post-acne blemishes with ongoing use.
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Is this Program Right For You?
Glycolic is ideally suitable for those with mild to moderate acne-prone skin and:
- persistent breakouts
- congested or oily skin
and who prefer:
- one structured program rather than multiple products, and
- a quick, easy once-daily application at bedtime.
This Program May Not Be Suitable For:
- Extremely sensitive skin types.
- Those currently using strong prescription acne medications.
- Severe cystic acne requiring medical supervision.
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Why Our 3-Phase Program Outperforms
- Most single-step glycolic products keep levels of FREE (active) glycolic acid low to avoid irritation - but this also limits their results.
- Dr Mayson’s 3-Phase Program is formulated very differently. By gradually increasing glycolic strength with each phase, the skin comfortably adapts without irritation, and reaches the higher levels required to deliver clearer skin.
- Clinically effective levels are safely and comfortably reached.
- Proven by more than 35 years of in-clinic use and trusted by thousands of patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Approximately five months when used as directed.
Apply once daily at bedtime.
No. When used as directed, the Program is designed to work effectively without causing excessive dryness.
Glycolic acid is generally well tolerated and less likely to cause dryness and irritation that can occur with Salicylic acid.
The result is clearer, smoother-looking skin — without the excessive dryness that can lead to discomfort or treatment drop-off.
We strongly recommend continuing with Dr Mayson’s Maintenance Formula to preserve and build on your results.
Having cleared congestion and improved skin clarity through the 3-Phase Program, ongoing use of the Maintenance Formula helps keep pores clear and minimises the likelihood of new breakouts.
With consistent use, it supports long-term control of acne-prone skin — helping you maintain clearer, more balanced, and healthier-looking skin over time.
For acne-prone skin, simplicity is key. In many cases, using too many products can overwhelm the skin and unintentionally contribute to ongoing breakouts.
A focused, well-structured routine delivers far better results than layering multiple, unnecessary products.
When using Dr Mayson’s 3-Phase Anti-Acne Program, we recommend keeping the rest of your routine minimal and supportive:
- A gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to effectively cleanse without stripping essential skin moisture e.g. Dr Mayson's Purifying Gel Cleanser
- A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser to maintain hydration and skin balance e.g. Dr Mayson's Feather-Light Hydrating Moisturiser
- A non-comedogenic sunscreen (oil-free or non-creamy) to protect the skin during the day.
By avoiding excessive products and allowing the Program’s progressive glycolic action to do the heavy lifting, you create the ideal conditions for clearer, calmer, and more balanced skin.
Makeup containing large-size molecular oils can block pores and either worsen acne or even be the sole cause of it!
Oil-based foundations and powder compacts are common culprits as they can block the pores.
Only use foundations that are labelled 'oil free' or 'water-based'. Similarly, powder compacts typically contain heavy oils that can block the pores, so use only loose dusting powder instead.
For acne-prone skin, non-comedogenic formulations are a must.
Choose only sunscreens in lotion, milk, or gel form as these are less likely to clog the pores.
Avoid sunscreen oils and creams as many can the block pores of acne-prone skin.
Acne develops when pores become blocked and then congested by their natural oils unable to escape onto the skin surface.
These congested pores show as whiteheads and blackheads.
This congestion then creates an environment where naturally occurring bacteria within the pores start to multiply and cause the inflammation we see as acne.
Definitely. Stress increases cortisol levels which can increase the skin's oil production and trigger or worsen breakouts.
Diet is rarely a direct cause of acne, but some foods seem to worsen existing breakouts in certain individuals.
There is no clear evidence that these foods cause acne, although they may influence its severity.
Gentle cleansing is important, but over-washing or scrubbing can actually irritate the skin and worsen acne.
No. While most common in teenagers and adolescents, some adults experience acne into their 30s and 40s. Most adult acne is a result of hormonal imbalances, various medical conditions, or a side-effect of some medications.
Acne can occur as a result of hormonal imbalances, clogged pores, comedogenic skincare products, various medical conditions, and as a side-effect of some medications. Severe forms of acne, particularly cystic or nodular acne, often require prescription medications under medical supervision.
Both ingredients can help clear blocked pores and clear breakouts. However, glycolic acid offers a more balanced, effective, and safer approach.
Salicylic acid can sometimes over-strip the skin’s natural oils - leading to dryness, irritation, and rebound oil production. In some individuals, salicylic acid can also trigger allergic reactions requiring medical attention.
Glycolic acid, by contrast, works to keep pores consistently open while actively improving the skin’s overall appearance and quality. It refines texture, enhances radiance, and supports visible skin renewal - delivering clearer, smoother-looking skin without the same risk of true allergic reactions associated with salicylic acid.
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