THE CLEAR FORTRESS™ - 3-Phase Acne Defense System

THE CLEAR FORTRESS™ - 3-Phase Acne Defense System

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THE CLEAR FORTRESS™ - 3-Phase Acne Defense System

Sale price  $69.00 Regular price  $99.00
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Made for Teen,Men & Women with Hormonal Acne
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The Only 3 Products You Need
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93% Cleared & 7% Got Refund
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60 Days Risk Free Trial
❨ ⚕ FrontrowMD Clinicians' Choice ❩
42+ peer-reviewed studies support this on PubMed without brand funding.
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The Science Behind Clear Fortress

Peer-reviewed research supporting the H.I.B Cycle-breaking system for hormonal & cystic facial acne.

42+
Studies Cited
100%
Verifiable
PubMed
Indexed

Most facial acne treatments fail because they only target one stage of a three-stage cycle. We built Clear Fortress around peer-reviewed dermatology research that reveals how hormones trigger excess sebum, how that sebum feeds C. acnes bacteria and inflammation, and how a damaged barrier lets the cycle restart every month. Every claim links directly to PubMed.

1 The H.I.B Cycle: Why Acne Keeps Coming Back

Hormonal surges trigger excess sebum → bacteria colonize and inflame → skin barrier breaks down → cycle repeats.

How do hormones trigger acne breakouts?+
Answer
Androgens (especially DHT) bind to sebaceous gland receptors, dramatically increasing sebum production. This excess oil creates the perfect environment for C. acnes bacteria to thrive.
The Study

Zouboulis CC, et al. "Androgens and sebaceous gland function." Dermato-Endocrinology. 2009.

Finding: Androgen receptors in sebaceous glands are directly activated by testosterone and DHT, leading to increased sebum excretion rate.

View on PubMed
Why does acne worsen around the menstrual cycle?+
Answer
63% of acne-prone women experience premenstrual flares. Progesterone and androgen levels surge in the luteal phase, spiking sebum production 7-10 days before menstruation.
The Study

Geller L, et al. "Perimenstrual flare of adult acne." J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014.

Finding: In a survey of 400 women with acne, 63% reported premenstrual flares directly correlated with hormonal fluctuations.

View on PubMed
How does excess sebum feed the acne cycle?+
Answer
Sebum is the primary nutrient for C. acnes. It breaks triglycerides into free fatty acids that trigger TLR2-mediated inflammation — a self-reinforcing cycle.
The Study

Dréno B, et al. "Cutibacterium acnes and acne vulgaris: latest updates." JEADV. 2018.

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2 Why Antibiotics Fail for Facial Acne

Temporary relief followed by resistance, relapse, and gut disruption — without addressing the hormonal root.

How common is antibiotic resistance in acne bacteria?+
Answer
Up to 36.6% of C. acnes bacteria are now resistant to erythromycin. Some regions show resistance rates as high as 77%.
The Study

Beig M, et al. "Prevalence of antibiotic-resistant Cutibacterium acnes: meta-analysis." J Global Antimicrobial Resistance. 2024.

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Do patients relapse after stopping antibiotics?+
Answer
Yes. Only 25-26% maintain clear skin without ongoing treatment. Efficacy drops from ~70% to 47-51% within weeks.
The Study

Leyden JJ, et al. "Short-term combination therapy and long-term relapse prevention." JAAD. 2012.

View on PubMed
Do antibiotics damage gut health?+
Answer
Yes. Minocycline significantly depletes Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, with effects lasting 8+ weeks after stopping.
The Study

Thompson KG, et al. (Johns Hopkins) "Minocycline and Its Impact on Microbial Dysbiosis." Annals of Dermatology. 2020.

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3 Why Accutane Doesn't Break the Cycle

Isotretinoin suppresses oil glands but carries serious side effects — and up to 21% relapse within 3 years.

Does Accutane actually kill acne bacteria?+
Answer
No. Isotretinoin has NO direct antimicrobial action. It only reduces sebum, which indirectly lowers the bacterial environment.
The Study

Layton AM. "The use of isotretinoin in acne." Dermato-Endocrinology. 2009.

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What's the relapse rate after Accutane?+
Answer
10-21% of patients relapse. Women with hormonal patterns have the highest relapse rates.
The Study

Blasiak RC, et al. "Recurrence of acne after isotretinoin therapy." Archives of Dermatology. 2003.

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Does Accutane damage the skin barrier?+
Answer
Yes. Isotretinoin significantly impairs epidermal barrier function, increasing transepidermal water loss by up to 2x.
The Study

Elias PM, et al. "Retinoid effects on epidermal structure and permeability." Lab Investigation. 1981.

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4 The Inflammation Loop

C. acnes triggers inflammation that damages tissue, causes scarring, and makes pores vulnerable to recolonization.

How does C. acnes trigger inflammation?+
Answer
C. acnes activates TLR2 on keratinocytes and monocytes, triggering IL-1β, IL-8, and TNF-α — creating the redness, swelling, and pain of cystic acne.
The Study

Kim J, et al. "Activation of Toll-Like Receptor 2 in Acne Triggers Inflammatory Cytokine Responses." J Immunology. 2002.

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Does inflammation cause acne scarring?+
Answer
Yes. Inflammation duration and severity are the #1 predictor of permanent scarring — not acne severity itself.
The Study

Tan J, et al. "Current Concepts in Acne Pathogenesis: Pathways to Inflammation." Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2018.

View on PubMed
Does a damaged skin barrier make acne worse?+
Answer
Yes. Barrier impairment directly correlates with increased pathogen colonization, restarting the entire cycle.
The Study

Kezic S, et al. "Skin barrier impairment correlates with pathogen colonization." Int Arch Allergy Immunol. 2013.

View on PubMed

5 Clear Fortress Ingredients

Every active ingredient targets a specific H.I.B stage — backed by peer-reviewed research.

BreachSalicylic AcidPore Penetration + Sebum Control

Lipid-soluble BHA that penetrates clogged pores, dissolving sebum plugs that trap bacteria.

Arif T. "Salicylic acid as a peeling agent." CCID. 2015.

View Study
BreachZinc PCASebum Regulation

Inhibits 5α-reductase activity. Controls oil at the source without drying skin.

Dréno B, et al. "Effect of zinc gluconate on P. acnes resistance." Dermatology. 2005.

View Study
EvictCPCAntibacterial

Disrupts C. acnes cell membranes on contact. >99% bacterial reduction without antibiotic resistance.

Mao X, et al. "CPC: Mechanism Against Bacterial Biofilms." Antimicrobial Agents. 2020.

View Study
EvictAzelaic AcidAnti-Inflammatory + Anti-Bacterial

Kills C. acnes while suppressing inflammatory cytokines. Also inhibits melanin for dark spots.

Mastrofrancesco A, et al. "Azelaic acid modulates inflammatory response." J Dermatol Sci. 2010.

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EvictNiacinamideSebum + Antimicrobial Peptides

Reduces oil and activates natural antimicrobial peptides. 4% niacinamide comparable to 1% clindamycin.

Draelos ZD, et al. "Niacinamide improves skin barrier and acne." Cutis. 2006.

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FortifyCeramide ComplexBarrier Repair

Major lipid of healthy skin barrier. Prevents pathogen recolonization and stops the cycle restarting.

Choi MJ, Maibach HI. "Role of ceramides in barrier function." Am J Clin Dermatol. 2005.

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FortifyCentella AsiaticaWound Healing + Anti-Scarring

Stimulates collagen synthesis and accelerates wound healing. Reduces acne scarring.

Bylka W, et al. "Centella asiatica in dermatology." Postepy Dermatol Alergol. 2014.

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FortifyTranexamic AcidDark Spot Reduction

Inhibits melanogenesis and reduces post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).

Ebrahimi B, Naeini FF. "Topical tranexamic acid for melasma." J Res Med Sci. 2014.

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FortifySodium HyaluronateDeep Hydration

Low-molecular-weight HA that holds 1,000x its weight in water. Restores moisture without clogging pores.

Papakonstantinou E, et al. "Hyaluronic acid in skin aging." Dermato-Endocrinology. 2012.

View Study

6 The Three-Step Approach

Sequential treatment (control oil → eliminate bacteria → rebuild barrier) outperforms single-agent therapy.

Is multi-target treatment more effective than single-agent therapy?+
Answer
Yes. Combination therapy achieves 50-60% greater lesion reduction compared to monotherapy.
The Study

Thiboutot D, et al. "Combination therapy for acne vulgaris." JAAD. 2009.

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Does barrier repair prevent acne from coming back?+
Answer
Yes. Barrier-repairing moisturizers alongside acne treatments significantly improved outcomes and reduced relapse.
The Study

Dreno B, et al. "The role of moisturizers as adjunctive therapy to acne treatments." JEADV. 2014.

View on PubMed

We don't ask you to trust us. We ask you to trust the research.
Every claim links directly to peer-reviewed studies on PubMed.

Break The H.I.B Cycle →
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What's In The Ritual?

30 Days — 1x BREACH + 1x EVICT + 1x FORTIFY

3 Months — 2x BREACH + 2x EVICT + 2x FORTIFY + 3 Ebooks + Pimple Patches

6 Months — 3x BREACH + 3x EVICT + 3x FORTIFY + 3 Ebooks + Pimple Patches

Ingredients

Step 1 · Face Wash
BREACH
Sebum Control Cleanser · Clean. Smooth. Fresh.

A gentle face cleanser that controls oil at the pore, exfoliates, and leaves skin smooth and refreshed. Saw Palmetto blocks DHT — the hormone that triggers excess sebum. Suitable for everyday use.

Saw Palmetto Extract Salicylic Acid Niacinamide Panthenol
Blocks DHT at the Pore | Gently Exfoliates | Controls Oil | Daily Face Cleanser
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Saw Palmetto Extract, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Lauryl Sarcosinate, Decyl Glucoside, Cocodiethanolamide, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Fragrance, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin (and) Octenidine HCl, Phenoxyethanol, DMDM Hydantoin, Disodium EDTA.
Step 2 · Body Lotion
EVICT
Anti-Inflammatory Treatment · Soft. Smooth. Nourished.

This lightweight treatment blends CPC — which physically destroys bacteria without building resistance — with Climbazole and natural extracts to calm inflammation and provide everyday hydration with a fresh, non-greasy feel.

Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC) Climbazole Niacinamide Shea Butter Watermelon Extract Papaya Extract Cucumber Extract
Destroys Bacteria Physically | No Resistance | Calms Inflammation | Moisturizes & Softens
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Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC), Climbazole, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Dimethicone, Fragrance, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, DMDM Hydantoin, Disodium EDTA / Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylated Hydroxytoluene.
Step 3 · Serum
FORTIFY
Barrier Rebuilder · Hydrate. Strengthen. Care.

A fast-absorbing serum that rebuilds your damaged skin barrier while fading dark marks and scarring. Ceramides lock in moisture. Sodium Hyaluronate delivers deep hydration. Leaves skin soft, smooth, and protected.

Ceramide NP Sodium Hyaluronate Niacinamide Aloe Barbadensis
Rebuilds Barrier | Deep Hydration | Fades Marks | Lightweight Serum | Moisture Lock
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Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aqua, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, CI 19140.

How Do I Use The Ritual?

1

BREACH — Sebum Control Cleanser

Every Morning & Night

Wet face. Apply a small amount, massage into jawline and chin for 60 seconds. Rinse thoroughly.

2

EVICT — Anti-Inflammatory Treatment

Every Night After Cleansing

Apply a thin layer to breakout-prone areas on clean, dry skin. Let it absorb fully. No rinsing.

3

FORTIFY — Barrier Rebuilder

Every Morning After Cleansing

Apply a few drops to full face on clean, dry skin. Massage gently until absorbed. Locks in moisture, fades marks, protects barrier all day.

What Results Can I Expect?

97%
satisfied with results
93%
said it was the best product they ever tried
8-12h
some see results after one night

Less redness — often visible from the first application

Oil production calming down within days

No new pimples forming on the jawline

Dark marks and scarring beginning to fade

Skin barrier feels stronger, less reactive

Results may vary for each individual. Not everyone gets instant results — for some, it may take 30–60 days for the full protocol to work through the H.I.B cycle. Consistency is key.

Clear Skin In 60 Days Or Money Back

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If we don't clear your skin, we don't want your money.

Try the full 3-step protocol for 60 days. If you don't see a visible difference in your acne — less breakouts, calmer skin, fading marks — we'll refund every penny. No forms. No hoops. No questions asked.

Dr. Jasmine Okafor
"As a dermatologist, I appreciate Clear Fortress and highly recommend this protocol for any patient dealing with hormonal acne. The topical androgen-blocking approach is what sets it apart."
— DR. JASMINE OKAFOR
Board-Certified Dermatologist
4,700+ Skin Transformations
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Inside Clear Fortress

Watch More About Dr Sarah's Commitment,
How It Works & Customer Reviews

The dermatologist's promise. The mechanism. The women who broke the cycle.

Watch First

Dr. Sarah explains the mechanism

Animated

Your skin, after Clear Fortress

Origin Story

How she found Saw Palmetto in Japan

Vs

Birth Control vs Clear Fortress

Customer

Dr. Sarah meets Jessica

On Air

The mechanism, on Acne Daily podcast

Ingredient

Meet the active ingredient

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The World's Leading Hormonal Acne Solution
Recommended by magazines and universities around the world
"A breakthrough topical protocol for hormonal acne"
"Sold out 11 times over the past 7 months"
"So far, they have helped 4,700+ women with hormonal acne"
"97% review success rate across all acne types, including cystic, hormonal, and rosacea"
"Natural plant-based compounds to effectively target acne bacteria"
Clinician Reviews

Independent Clinician Evaluations

Clinicians receive product samples and are never compensated to submit evaluations.

Dr. Lauren Mitchell
Dr. Lauren Mitchell
Verified clinician
Specialty Dermatology
Years in practice 12

Targets the hormonal root of jawline acne without systemic side effects

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J. of Clinical Dermatol...
+5
Highlights: Hormonal acne DHT blocking Barrier repair
Dr. Emily Carter
Dr. Emily Carter
Verified clinician
Specialty Endocrinology
Years in practice 15

Addresses the inflammation-hormone feedback loop that oral treatments miss

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Endocrine Reviews...
+4
Highlights: Hormone feedback loop Anti-inflammatory Resistance-free
Dr. James Anderson
Dr. James Anderson
Verified clinician
Specialty Family Medicine
Years in practice 11

Finally a protocol I can recommend when patients refuse oral medications

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Am. Family Physician...
+3
Highlights: Patient compliance Gentle formulation Skin barrier Oral-free option

Ingredients Come First

Every single ingredient is added with one purpose: to stop acne as fast as possible and leave the skin healthy long term. All ingredients are in their most bioavailable and nutrient-rich form — unlike brands that add the cheapest version in too-low doses.

No Fillers
or BS
Cold-Pressed
Oils Only
No Parabens
No Sulfates
100%
Natural
Non
GMO
No Hormone
Disruptors

BREACH — Sebum Control Cleanser

Saw Palmetto
Saw Palmetto
Blocks DHT hormone that floods pores with oil
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Dissolves dead skin and unclogs pores gently
Niacinamide
Niacinamide
Controls oil production and calms redness
Panthenol
Panthenol
Soothes irritation and locks in moisture

EVICT — Anti-Inflammatory Treatment

CPC
CPC
Physically destroys acne bacteria — zero resistance
Climbazole
Climbazole
Antifungal that eliminates yeast-driven breakouts
Shea Butter
Shea Butter
Deep nourishment without clogging pores
Watermelon Extract
Watermelon Extract
Antioxidant hydration that calms inflamed skin
Papaya Extract
Papaya Extract
Natural enzyme that dissolves dead skin cells
Cucumber Extract
Cucumber Extract
Cools and soothes irritated, inflamed skin

FORTIFY — Barrier Rebuilder Serum

Ceramide NP
Ceramide NP
Rebuilds the skin barrier that acne destroyed
Sodium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Holds 1000x its weight in water for deep hydration
Niacinamide
Niacinamide
Fades dark marks and evens skin tone
Aloe Barbadensis
Aloe Barbadensis
Heals post-acne damage and reduces scarring
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Androgen-Free Eating Guide
The Androgen-Free Eating Guide
$47 FREE
Dairy, sugar and gluten spike the same androgens that cause your breakouts. This guide shows you exactly what foods to cut, what to eat instead, and the simple swaps that stop feeding your acne from the inside — without starving yourself or giving up everything you love.
🔬 Why: Diet drives up to 40% of androgen activity
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
$89 FREE
90 hydrocolloid patches — one for every night of the protocol. Stick one on an active spot before bed: it pulls out the gunk overnight, protects the area from picking, and speeds healing by 2-3x. For the women who dim their bathroom lights to stop touching their face — this is your safety net.
🛡️ Why: Picking causes 70% of acne scarring
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
$34 FREE
Your breakouts aren't random — they follow your period like clockwork. This week-by-week map shows you exactly what your hormones do to your skin during each phase of your cycle, and how to adjust the protocol so you're protecting your skin BEFORE the breakout hits — not reacting after it's already there.
🗓️ Why: Androgens spike 7-10 days before your period
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
$77 FREE
Stopping new breakouts is step one. But what about the scars and dark marks left behind from years of cystic acne? This guide covers exactly how to fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation at home — what ingredients speed it up, what slows it down, and the #1 mistake that makes dark marks permanent. Your skin clears. Then the evidence disappears too.
🎯 Why: PIH takes 6-12 months to fade without help
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4,700+ women blocked their androgens topically and cleared their acne — no pills, no side effects
Claim Buy 3 Get 3 Free 6 Months + 4 Free Bonuses ($247 value) — Only $199
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🔥 Androgen-Blocking Protocol
What's Included?
Everything you need to block androgens topically and clear your skin — no pills, no side effects
📦 Products Included
9 Full-Size Bottles
3x Breach
3x Breach
Androgen Block + Sebum Control
3x Evict
3x Evict
Bacteria + Fungal Elimination
3x Fortify
3x Fortify
Barrier Rebuild + Scar Fade
🎁 Free Bonuses
All 4 Included
Androgen-Free Eating Guide
The Androgen-Free Eating Guide
$47FREE
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
$89FREE
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
$34FREE
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
$77FREE
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Total Bonus Value
Included FREE with 6-month system
$247
FREE
📦 Products Included
6 Full-Size Bottles
2x Breach
2x Breach
Androgen Block + Sebum Control
2x Evict
2x Evict
Bacteria + Fungal Elimination
2x Fortify
2x Fortify
Barrier Rebuild + Scar Fade
🎁 Free Bonuses
All 4 Included
Androgen-Free Eating Guide
The Androgen-Free Eating Guide
$47FREE
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
90-Day Pimple Patch Kit
$89FREE
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
The Cycle Sync Skin Map
$34FREE
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
The Dark Mark Fade Protocol
$77FREE
💎
Total Bonus Value
Included FREE with 3-month system
$247
FREE
📦 Products Included
3 Full-Size Bottles
Breach
Breach
Androgen Block + Sebum Control
Evict
Evict
Bacteria + Fungal Elimination
Fortify
Fortify
Barrier Rebuild + Scar Fade
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No bonuses included with
the 1-month starter pack
★ The Real Story

Not Doctor Recommended.
Found By A Dermatologist.

Most "doctor-recommended" skincare is a paid endorsement. Clear Fortress is different — the protocol was developed and clinically tested by a board-certified dermatologist after she watched her own patients cycle through prescriptions that eventually stopped working.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Spent 12 years watching patients cycle through doxy, spiro, and Accutane that worked for 6 months then stopped. Developed and clinically tested the topical protocol that finally explained — and broke — the cycle.
Megan Walsh
Three weeks in and my jawline is finally clear. Im 34. Cant believe this is actually working when nothing else did
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Rachel Brennan
Spent $4k+ on Accutane and doxy rotations over the last 8 years. Every round worked then stopped. This is the longest streak Ive ever had — currently past month 6 and still clear 🙏
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Jessica Holland
My monthly chin cyst literally didnt show up this cycle. 2 months in. Keeping expectations measured but that alone is huge for me
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Caroline Hayes
Was really skeptical because Ive tried everything. The clinical study actually made sense though — my derm always shrugged when antibiotics stopped working. 6 weeks in and that constant under-the-skin inflammation feeling is finally gone
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★ The 3-Phase Protocol
Clear Fortress 3-Phase Protocol — Breach, Evict, Fortify
Olivia Bennett
Im 41 and have had hormonal acne since 26. Doxy, mino, clinda, spiro, two rounds of Accutane, three different birth controls. Every single one worked for 6 months then stopped. I gave up on derms 2 years ago. Someone in a Reddit thread pointed me here — read the clinical study, decided to try one more thing. 14 weeks in. Clear. Not on anything else. Not going back to anything else.

Latest Facebook Reviews

Real customers. Real comments. Pulled from our community.

Lauren Bishop
In Chicago and winters always wreck my skin. Started Breach + Fortify in November and my skin is the calmest its been all season
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Amanda Reyes
Bought this for my 17 yr old daughter — shes been on antibiotics for 2+ years and developed scarring. A month in shes had fewer breakouts and the redness is fading. Took selfies last weekend which she hasnt done in years 💜
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Sarah Lockhart
Day 9 and the cyst on my cheek I've had for 4 weeks is finally flat. I almost cried lol
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Nicole Reinhardt
Was on spironolactone for 3 years. Dizzy spells, periods all over the place. Switched to this — skin is just as clear and I dont feel like garbage. Wish Id known about this sooner
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Hannah Tate
Updating from my earlier review. Week 1 skin felt calmer. Week 3 no new breakouts. Week 6 dark marks fading. Im at 10 weeks and my husband asked what im doing different. The cycle is broken.
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Brittany Cole
$50 derm visit + $30 copay on prescriptions every 6 months for years and it never lasted. The bundle from here is cheaper and Im actually further ahead than I ever was on the meds
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Emma Donovan
Almost didnt buy this because I was worried about wasting more money. The 90 day guarantee got me. 6 weeks in I no longer need the guarantee 😅
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Megan Pierce
Breach is the one that surprised me. Within 3 days less of that "something brewing" tightness in my pores. By week 2 the regular flare-ups had stopped. Whatever the science is doing — its working
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3-Phase Androgen Block System
The Clear Fortress Protocol
The same science as spironolactone — applied to your skin, not swallowed
⚡ Phase 1 · Androgen Block
Breach
BREACH
Androgen Block + Sebum Control
Blocks DHT Topically Controls Sebum Deep Pore Cleanse
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What Is It?
Topical androgen-blocking cleanser
A clinical-grade facial cleanser that blocks androgens at the skin level — the same mechanism as spironolactone, applied topically. Uses Saw Palmetto Extract to inhibit 5-alpha reductase (the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT), while Lipophilic Salicylic Acid dissolves excess sebum and unclogs pores. Without this step, androgens keep flooding your pores with oil.
Why It Works
The science behind it
Androgens like DHT hijack your sebaceous glands and force them to overproduce oil — the exact fuel acne bacteria need to thrive. Saw Palmetto Extract is a natural 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks DHT conversion right at the skin. Salicylic Acid penetrates oil-filled pores to dissolve plugs, while Tri-Phase Niacinamide reduces sebaceous gland output. You're cutting off the supply line at the source — no pills required.
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How To Use
Simple 3-step routine
1
Wet your face with lukewarm water, then massage a small amount onto forehead, cheeks, jawline, and chin for 60 seconds
2
Leave on for 1-2 minutes to let the androgen-blocking actives penetrate pores
3
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry
Use AM & PM Daily
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Key Ingredients
What's inside
🛡️ Saw Palmetto Extract
🎯 Lipophilic Salicylic Acid
Tri-Phase Niacinamide
💧 Wound-Grade Panthenol
🎯 Phase 2 · Bacteria Elimination
Evict
EVICT
Bacteria + Fungal Elimination
Kills C. acnes Eliminates Fungal Acne Calms Inflammation
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What Is It?
Dual-spectrum antimicrobial treatment
A clinical-potency treatment that eliminates both bacterial and fungal acne in one step. Combines Medical-Grade CPC to kill C. acnes bacteria with Dual-Spectrum Climbazole to wipe out Malassezia fungus. While Phase 1 cuts off the oil supply, Phase 2 kills everything feeding on what's left. This is the heavy hitter.
Benefits
What it does for your skin
Kills C. acnes bacteria without antibiotic resistance
Eliminates Malassezia fungus — the cause of fungal acne
Stops hormonal breakouts along the jawline and chin
Reduces redness and cystic inflammation fast
Enzymatic exfoliation with Papain breaks down dead skin
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How To Use
Simple 3-step routine
1
After cleansing with Phase 1, pat your face dry
2
Apply a thin layer to affected areas (jawline, cheeks, chin, forehead)
3
Leave on — do not rinse. Let it absorb fully before applying Phase 3
Use PM Daily
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Key Ingredients
What's inside
🎯 Medical-Grade CPC
🔥 Dual-Spectrum Climbazole
🧬 Papain Enzyme
Caffeic Acid Extract
💧 Unrefined Shea Butter
🛡️ Phase 3 · Barrier Rebuild
Fortify
FORTIFY
Barrier Rebuild + Scar Fade
Rebuilds Barrier Fades Dark Marks Prevents Relapse
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What Is It?
Barrier-rebuilding moisturizer
A lightweight barrier-rebuilding moisturizer that repairs years of damage and fades the scars left behind. Uses Bio-Identical Ceramide NP to rebuild your compromised skin barrier, Low-Molecular Sodium Hyaluronate for deep hydration, and Niacinamide Phase 3 to fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Your skin clears — then the evidence disappears too.
Benefits
Long-term protection
Rebuilds damaged skin barrier with bio-identical ceramides
Fades post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and dark marks
Prevents bacteria from recolonizing cleared skin
Locks in hydration without clogging pores
Lightweight, non-greasy — perfect under makeup or sunscreen
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How To Use
Simple daily routine
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After Phase 2 has absorbed, take a pea-sized amount
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Apply evenly across your entire face — forehead, cheeks, jawline, chin, and nose
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Let absorb for 30 seconds before applying makeup or sunscreen
2x Daily → Then 1x Daily
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Key Ingredients
What's inside
🛡️ Bio-Identical Ceramide NP
💧 Low-Molecular Sodium Hyaluronate
🌿 Acemannan-Rich Aloe
Niacinamide Phase 3
💎 Hydroxyethyl Urea
Your Questions, Answered

We know you're skeptical.

You've spent years and thousands of dollars on things that didn't work. You should be skeptical. Here's everything you need to know before trying a topical androgen blocker.

Yes — to both. The 3-Phase Protocol works on hormonal acne regardless of gender or age, and it's safe for teens.

Hormonal acne has the same root trigger in everyone: androgens flooding sebaceous glands with excess sebum. That's true whether you're a 16-year-old with jawline cysts, a 35-year-old woman with monthly chin breakouts, or a 22-year-old guy dealing with persistent jawline and back acne.

Because Saw Palmetto Extract blocks 5-alpha reductase at the skin level only, there's no systemic hormonal disruption — no impact on developing endocrine systems for teens, no impact on testosterone levels for men. The androgen signal is just stopped where it's actually causing the breakout.

For teens (13+): The protocol is gentle enough for young, sensitive skin. The barrier-rebuilding Phase 3 actually protects developing skin from the harsh damage many over-the-counter teen acne products cause.

For men: Hormonal acne in men is often more responsive to topical androgen blocking because male androgen levels are higher to begin with. Cysts along the jawline, beard area, and back respond particularly well.
Hormonal acne is hormonal acne. The mechanism is the same regardless of age or gender. So is the fix.
You're right — most topicals can't. And here's why: they target the symptoms (bacteria, oil, inflammation) without touching the trigger.

The trigger is DHT — a potent androgen your body converts from testosterone right at the skin. DHT hijacks your sebaceous glands, flooding pores with excess sebum. That's what starts everything.

Phase 1 (Breach) contains Saw Palmetto Extract, a natural 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks the enzyme that converts testosterone into DHT — at the skin level, not systemically. No pills. No hormonal side effects. Just the androgen signal stopped before it triggers a breakout.

So you're not wrong that a regular cleanser or serum can't fix hormonal acne. This isn't a regular topical. It's a topical androgen blocker.
The shift: Past topicals didn't fail because they were topical. They failed because they didn't block androgens.
Every treatment you listed targets one piece of a three-part problem:

Spiro blocks androgens systemically — but doesn't kill bacteria or rebuild your barrier. And it comes with dizziness, irregular periods, potassium spikes.

Accutane shrinks oil glands aggressively — but has a 21% relapse rate, destroys your barrier, and doesn't address the androgen trigger. Many women need multiple rounds.

Antibiotics kill bacteria temporarily — but C. acnes develops resistance at 36.6%, and the moment you stop, nothing is controlling the sebum or protecting your barrier.

These treatments weren't failures. They were incomplete. Each one hit one stage while the other two kept running.

The 3-Phase Protocol addresses all three simultaneously: block androgens at the skin (Breach) → eliminate bacteria + fungal overgrowth (Evict) → rebuild the barrier (Fortify). That's why it lasts.
Key insight: Your past treatments weren't bad — they were incomplete. This addresses what they missed.
We hear this constantly — and we get it. The average woman who finds us has already spent over $4,000 on treatments that didn't last. Some have spent $7,000+. Another purchase feels like another potential heartbreak.

That's exactly why we offer a full 90-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked. Use the entire protocol for the full 90 days. If you don't see the clearing you were hoping for, email us and we'll refund every penny.

We can afford to do this because 83% of women who complete the protocol see significant clearing. We're not asking you to believe us. We're asking you to try it risk-free.
Zero risk: 90 days to try it. Full refund if it doesn't work. You've risked more on things with no guarantee.
Spiro blocks androgens systemically — throughout your entire body. That's why it comes with dizziness, potassium spikes, irregular periods, breast tenderness, and fatigue. Some women end up in the ER.

Our Phase 1 (Breach) blocks androgens topically — only at the skin. Saw Palmetto Extract inhibits 5-alpha reductase right where DHT is being produced in your sebaceous glands. The androgen signal never reaches your pores, but nothing enters your bloodstream.

Plus, spiro only addresses the androgen piece. It doesn't kill the bacteria that's already colonized your pores, and it doesn't rebuild the barrier that years of acne and harsh treatments have destroyed. The 3-Phase system does all three.
Note: If you're currently on spiro, consult your dermatologist before making any changes to your regimen.
Most "purging" happens with retinoids (like tretinoin) because they force rapid cell turnover, pushing everything under the surface out at once. This protocol does not use retinoids.

Instead, Breach works by blocking DHT production at the skin — reducing the excess sebum that feeds breakouts. Evict uses Medical-Grade CPC and Dual-Spectrum Climbazole to eliminate bacteria and fungal overgrowth without aggressive exfoliation.

Some women notice a mild adjustment in the first 5-7 days as their skin recalibrates, but it's not the angry, inflamed "purge" you're used to from tret. Most report their skin feeling calmer, not angrier, within the first week.
No retinoids = no purge. This calms the trigger instead of forcing turnover.
Here's what real women reported:

Days 5-10: Skin feels calmer. Inflammation is visibly reduced. Existing cysts start flattening. That "I can feel a new one forming" sensation stops.

Days 14-23: This is where most women notice the shift. No new jawline cysts. Oiliness is noticeably controlled. The morning mirror check becomes less stressful.

Days 30-60: Major clearing. Dark marks start fading because no new damage is occurring. This is when women start leaving the house without foundation.

Days 60-90: Full results. Even-toned, clear skin. Barrier is rebuilt. The cycle is broken — and it stays broken.
Average first noticeable change: Day 23. Give it the full 90 days for lasting results.
The "Yeah, But..." Questions
This is the question that matters most — and the one most products can't answer honestly.

Here's the truth: 85% of women who completed the 90-day protocol stayed clear 90+ days after stopping.

Why? Because the protocol doesn't just suppress symptoms — it breaks the cycle. Phase 3 (Fortify) rebuilds your skin barrier with Bio-Identical Ceramide NP and Low-Molecular Sodium Hyaluronate so it can defend itself. Once the barrier is intact and the bacterial colony is eliminated, your skin can maintain balance on its own.

Some women do a maintenance phase (Breach 2-3x/week) long-term, especially if they have strong hormonal fluctuations. But most don't need to.
This isn't a band-aid. The 90-day protocol resets your skin's ability to defend itself.
This is exactly what topical androgen blocking was designed for.

Here's what happens before your period: progesterone drops, relative androgen levels spike, and your skin gets a surge of DHT that floods your pores with sebum. That's the monthly explosion you dread.

Breach (Phase 1) contains Saw Palmetto Extract that inhibits 5-alpha reductase — the enzyme converting testosterone to DHT — continuously at the skin level. So when that monthly androgen spike hits, the DHT can't reach your sebaceous glands. The fuel never reaches the fire.

81% of women in our tracking reported their period flare-ups were controlled within the first 2 menstrual cycles of using the protocol.
The androgen spike still happens. But the blocker stops it from reaching your skin.
Phase 3 (Fortify) was specifically built for skin like yours — skin that's been through Accutane dryness, retinoid peeling, and years of stripping cleansers.

It contains Bio-Identical Ceramide NP (the same ceramide your barrier naturally produces), Low-Molecular Sodium Hyaluronate that penetrates deeply to hydrate from within, Acemannan-Rich Aloe for wound-grade calming, and Hydroxyethyl Urea for gentle moisture binding.

The entire protocol is designed to work with compromised skin, not against it. No harsh exfoliants, no retinoids, no stripping agents. Phase 1 and 2 handle the acne trigger and bacteria while Phase 3 actively rebuilds what years of treatments broke down.
Phase 3 exists because of you. It rebuilds what years of harsh treatments destroyed.
Fair question. Here's the honest answer — skipping a phase is exactly why past treatments failed you:

Skip Breach? DHT keeps triggering sebum overproduction. You're fighting bacteria that keeps getting fresh fuel. This is why antibiotics alone don't last.

Skip Evict? C. acnes and fungal overgrowth continue colonizing your pores unchecked. You've blocked the trigger but haven't cleared what's already there. This is why spiro alone has a high relapse rate.

Skip Fortify? Your barrier stays compromised, letting bacteria re-enter and triggering new cycles. This is why Accutane has a 21% relapse rate — it destroys the barrier without rebuilding it.

The reason your past treatments were incomplete, not ineffective is that each one only addressed one piece. All three phases working together is the whole point.
Practical Questions
100% yes. We designed it knowing that's exactly where you are right now.

Fortify absorbs in about 30 seconds and creates a smooth, non-greasy base. Apply it → wait 30 seconds → apply your makeup as normal. No pilling, no interference with the active ingredients underneath.

Many women actually find their foundation sits better over Fortify because the ceramides and hyaluronate create a hydrated, even surface.

And here's what we hear over and over: somewhere around week 4-6, you'll start reaching for less. Then one morning you'll leave with just tinted moisturizer and realize it's enough.
Where you're heading: Wearing makeup because you want to, not because you have to.
The Buy 3 Get 3 Free gives you 6 months of product — 6x Breach, 6x Evict, 6x Fortify (18 full-size bottles total).

Each set of 3 lasts approximately 30 days with twice-daily use. So you get:

Months 1-3: The active clearing protocol. This is where the transformation happens — androgen blocking, bacterial elimination, barrier rebuild.

Months 4-6: Maintenance + deepening results. Dark marks continue fading. Barrier gets stronger. Your skin locks in the results long-term.

At $199 for 6 full months, that's roughly $1.10/day — less than the price of a single concealer you won't need anymore.
Best value: 6 months covers the full protocol + maintenance. Plus all 4 bonuses included free.
Phase 1 (Breach) contains Lipophilic Salicylic Acid, which some OB-GYNs advise limiting during pregnancy. Saw Palmetto is also not recommended during pregnancy due to its anti-androgenic properties.

Our recommendation: Please consult your OB-GYN or dermatologist before starting the protocol if you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding. They can advise based on your specific situation.
Always consult your doctor before starting any new skincare regimen during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.