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

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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.

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August 4, 2008

Pros:

None.

Cons:

I'm normally quite all right with BP but this one burns my skin. I don't even have the burning problem with Oxy 10% BP. But this one burns my skin so badly. It also itches wherever I apply it. My acne doesn't heal at all too.

I wouldn't recommend this to someone with sensitive skin. Burns and leaves a dark scar, itches like crazy. Quite expensive for such a small tube too.
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July 26, 2008

Pros:

Not as irritating as 10% BP; gets the job done when applied very gently and gradually, in layers of small amounts; packaging is easily portable

Cons:

Very drying if not used with a moisturizer; does not "vanish" completely without some finesse of the fingers, will immediately liquefy and turn white when exposed to sweat or water; packaging is too small for the price and extended use

Works, but a gel-based version is far superior.
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July 14, 2008

Pros:

Gives fairly consistent results, and clears acne very well.

Cons:

The tube is way too small, making it VERY expensive for continued use. Doesn't reduce much redness for me and only keeps me clear about 1 week out of the month.

I have been in love with this product for a long time, as my skin hasn't been this clear since I was 10. But, the price is taking its toll on me for such a small amount of product and there is always the hope of finding something that gets me completely clear. Great product, and I will continue to use it until Dan's products arrive! If you are hesitant about the regimen, I suggest beginning with this, and if you like what it does for your skin, purchase Dan's products then, they are a MUCH better deal.
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June 23, 2008

Pros:

Drys out some acne, non-irritating.

Cons:

Doesn't completely rid your acne, it has yet to fully rid even one of my pimples, it makes them smaller, but it doesn't make them go away.

Expensive for such a little tube, try something else.
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June 20, 2008

Pros:

Good at drying out smallish bumps.

Cons:

Very drying and didn't stop a new fairly big bump from forming during daily use. WTF?

I followed the regimen. I wash with Cetaphil and sometimes Salicylic Ice Wash, then use the on-the-spot and use Olay Complete moisturizer trying to imitate the videos but I still flaked like crazy. During the regimen a new bump formed. It's really good are removing the top layer of skin. Pretty good at drying out existing pimples. Awful at stopping new ones from forming.
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June 17, 2008

Pros:

works well first couple of days

Cons:

started to not work as well after 2 weeks or so. EXTREMELY expensive!

This product is definetly not worth the cost. Instead, I use CVS's acne treatment, which is compared to neutrogena on the spot acne treatment. it's less than $4 and just a great product if used right!
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June 8, 2008

Pros:

Helps my big pimples but not the small ones.

Cons:

It is so expensive! And it takes a while to work for me.

I am 14 years old and i just started to get a lot of acne on my forehead and above my lip. I found Dan's website and i decided to try this out. I like the Neutrogena On-the-Spot treatment but it makes my skin very flaky even when I moisturize. What i use: 1) Cetaphil cleanser 2)Neutrogena on-the-spot treatment 3)Cetaphil moisturizer
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May 29, 2008

Pros:

Works,kinda

Cons:

Drying,I developped allergy to it initially,but I guess I was using too much. Seems less effective over time.

I used to have clear skin all my life,but developed huge cystic zits two years ago,all of a sudden. I thought they would clear up by themselves and focused on changing my diet,it worked a bit.My diet was very low in vitamin D and calcium,so I started to drink milk and it helped to keep the zits under control. But since the beginning of this year my acne have become a nightmare.I searched the internet,found Dan's site and started to follow the regimen. Initially I applied Neutrogena BP,it worked,but it made my skin look burnt. It was so red,so irritated,I had to take anti histamines to reduce the itching. I stopped using it.Neutrogena products don't agree with my skin,which is on the oily side. I started Murad and along with murad products I used BP again.Murad's skin perfecting lotion is so good,it takes care of the drying part.I am happy with the result.This week ,for some reason my acne has gotten worse. I have heard that acne gets worse before it gets better.I sincerely hope so.
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May 12, 2008

Pros:

this is non-irritating yet extremely strong on existing blemishes.

Cons:

extremely expensive. I think I used to use 4 tubes a month! at between $5 & $7 that was a lot of money. I skimped on the product and was always running out because I never stocked up too much because the tubes were so expensive. .75 ounces?no thanks

Buying the acne.org products will give the same (or bettter) results for a much lower price.
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April 16, 2008

Pros:

Works fine, help contains breakout.

Cons:

Slight irritation, makes your face slightly dry, expensive for a small tube. Doesn't really have a nice fragrance. Used finish fast even if you're just using 1/3 of a finger amount.

Since it's white, you seriously need to have a pack of tissue around to wipe that "white sweat". It's clear when you sweat. So, in any case, use it at night is better instead of using it when you're going out. For some, it might be slightly irritated on your face and itchiness. Some will feel the dryness as well, for me I felt that and my skin felt tight as well. It's expensive though for a small tube, you will probably finish it if you use it everyday in a month, one time every day. Over at my country, it's around SGD11 but it sure works and together with other product for my CSR progress is well under my budget.
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