Neutrogena : On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula)

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Reviews
3.5
527 Reviews

Active Ingredient:
Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Water, Bentonite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Emulsifying Wax NF, Polysorbate 20, Glyceryl Laurate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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7.8%

Used Neutrogena : On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula)? Rate It:

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September 13, 2009

Pros:

takes irritation and redness levels way down
makes pimples smaller

Cons:

may dry face over time of use. -use a mosturizer, simply!

i had very bad acne over the summer. all along my law line. cheecks, chin, sides of face. big -not small, red, irritated-looking pimples. i was using clearasil forever and it never did anything. i thought i had to use stuff that was harsh and "tough" so my acne could be "washed" away, but over the summer i actually came here and heard about the 2.5 ben over 10%. i was intrigued and found this product as a substitute for one of the regimen steps. ive never used neutrogena before, just always clearisil. so, i bought this and neutrogenas acne wash and BAM! big difference after a week with noticible improvment everyday. i had scars on my face from always messing with them, but this made my scars vanish. so for me after a week i was all clear. youll see results in as little as over night! this product is great. get it! you wont be disappointed. i love my face now! and can go out without make up if i wish i dont have to worry about what pipmle i have to cover with my make up or whatn
September 6, 2009

Pros:

well it's not a quick acting thing, takes like hours, over night use would be good, but it's only for ON THE SPOT ACNE, not a face wash or a face cream

Cons:

Can never prevent breakouts,

Average! 5/10 may or may not work! end of story...
April 2, 2009

Pros:

Does actually stop pimples in their tracks, and prevent them getting worst and bigger. Good for ridding of pimples fast.

Cons:

Does dry out skin, and because the product is benzoyl peroxide, scarring may occur. Also, may rid of existing pimples, but does not prevent new ones.

Perfect for people with occasional pimples, but not serious acne =(. Use sparingly, but definitely use on problematic pimples! If looking for something to rid of a pimple fast... On-The- Spot acne treatment is the way to go.
February 26, 2009

Pros:

works good

Cons:

irritating if too much is used

I bought this so i can follow Dan's regimen.. two days after using it my skin is burned,itchy and EXTREMELY dry, no matter how much lotion i use.. i also continued to break out after using it but i guess that usually happens upon using a new product.. my skin is clearing but the burn is not going away.. im going to stop using it for a week and see what happens. if you have sensitive skin DO NOT use as much Dan used im going to be using way less from now on hopefully it will still work
January 27, 2009

Pros:

It dries out your pimples , specially the red ones, it kills bacteria as claimed.

Cons:

It dries your skin severely, it leaves very red spot. After one month and a half i have black scars left from this product.

I never had that much acne, since i was exfoliating with the st ives scrub. After i few blemishes 3 i used this. It made my life a living hell. My 3 pimples got dried out. But i was left with 3 big horrible scars.
November 10, 2008

Cons:

Small tube :)

I rarely depend on miracle products but this works great! Hey it is worth a try. My skin isn't dry at all, it came back to normal. I clears blackheads around my nose area, and acne as well. I't amazing!! The tube last approximately for a month (I use it daily). I found it is important to let the skin dry before putting it on, and then wait again before moisturizer. My routine: 1.L'Oreal visibly clean - foaming cleanser and scrub 2.Neutrogena on the Spot 3.Olay all day moisture lotion (not greasy) Voila! :D Good luck guys ;*
September 15, 2008

Pros:

It works quickly to remove pimples and doesn't leave red spots on the skin, unlike other medications I've tried.

Cons:

The product is drying but very effective on my oily skin. The container is too small for the price, and I usually have to open the container with scissors to get the rest of the cream out when I'm running out.

I used Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne wash 2x a day and this product once-a-day at night.It cleared my skin in a little less than 2 months. I use the product consistently once a day everyday and haven't gotten a serious zit since.
August 7, 2008

Pros:

-Doesn't irritate my skin at all
-Clears up acne
-Doesn't hurt when I put it on

Cons:

Can't think of any right now
The smell could be better, actually.

This is my system: When I shower, at night, I use clinique extra strength on my face, chest and back to get rid of dirt and other crap on my skin. After my shower, I put the Neutrogena On-The-Spot Acne Treatment on my face, chest and back. I only use the Neutrogena at night, once a day so to not irritate my skin. Within 5 days after using this system consistently, I saw improvement in my blemishes. They seem to be going through the whole cycle more quickly. However, you can't stop using it for a few days after doing it consistently because it can cause the blemishes to return quickly. I love this stuff, and I would recomend it to anyone with moderate acne. I don't know if it is strong enough for severe acne. But, seriously, try it!
August 2, 2008

Pros:

Does make my skin really red, dosen't makes me fleck, dosen't burn! Helps manage my skin.

Cons:

The container is small. I'm keeping track of it so I will know just how much I will need with the amount I use.

I had to stop using my prescribed med, so I needed something FAST! I found this, and I think I might just switch over to it. I don't feel the need to hide when I first put it on, let my original stuff, I actually look good. Best of all it seems to help my acne almost as good as my 5% bp stuff. Becuase it's not harsh, helping my skin to look great!
August 2, 2008

Pros:

good

Cons:

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good