Acne.org : Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%)

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Active Ingredient:
Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%).

Inactive ingredients:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Sodium Hydroxide.

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September 7, 2013
Holy Grail!

Pros:

Clear acne
Prevents new acne
Smooth skin

Cons:

Drying
Slightly stings eyes (only for a minute)

This benzoyl peroxide has saved my life, literally. My acne got to the point where I would cry, avoid going to school, avoid meeting and talking to people, and load on face makeup to try to cover it up; which was very noticeable. The first few months are kind of tough, but I've been using this consistently for 6 months and my skin is clear!! I now have my confidence back, and can enjoy myself without worrying about how my skin looks. I don't even wear face makeup anymore ;)
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February 5, 2013

Pros:

There is only one word for this product AWESOME! I now have nice smooth spot free skin. Thank you acne.org.

It has completely cleared up my acne! the 2.5% BP is much nicer and less harsh on the skin compared to the 5% or 10% products. The product spreads easily on the skin.

A lot of product comes in the tube. I bought the 8oz one and 6 weeks later there still is quite a bit left in the tube. Although I only do the regime once a day.

Cons:

Expensive to get in the UK but I will still continue to get this product because it's so worth the money.
Drying but this can be easily avoided by a good moisturizer and a few drops of jojoba oil.

A little bit about me. I've suffered from acne since my late teens with spots over my forehead and chin which began to affect my confidence. I've used other BP treatments but this is by far the best one. I had a rather bad break out of spots about four months ago and used a 10 % BP treatment but this was way to hash and resulted in cystic acne as well! I swapped to this product and 6 weeks on I'm almost clear. It does take a few weeks to kick in but stick with it! It really has improved my skin!
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January 19, 2013

Pros:

very effective against cystic acne and small pimples
oil control
easy to use
non-irritating in the long-term
good quality product

Cons:

can be over-drying (find a good moisturizer)
irritating at first (don't worry, it will subside)
can bleach out towels and pillowcases (I switched to white for anything regularly used on my face)
redness of the skin for the first few months (no longer a problem)
online purchase only
can be expensive

Ok, I have to say this stuff is liquid gold. I've struggled w/acne throughout my teens & it got really bad about 19, covering my face in deep painful cysts. I tried various other treatments to no avail and finally tried this along with the cleanser and my own day & night moisturizers. There was initial dryness & flaking but now it just keeps my oily skin under control. No flaking anymore! I would recommend this product to anyone!! I'm also down to using this only in the am w/continued results.
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October 16, 2012

Pros:

-Less burning than higher BP levels you find in drugstore products
-Prevents new cysts from forming on my jawline
-Any zits that do get through because of stress or hormones never get very big and go away within a couple of days
-A lot of product

Cons:

-Flakiness (way less than drugstore BP, though)
-Stains clothes (as does all BP)

I started following the regimen about a year ago and cleared up my acne using drugstore products with five or ten percent BP, which burn like crazy. I switched to two percent but could only find it in tiny little tubes, so when I ran out of my last little tube of drugstore BP I decided to order the Acne.org version. It's great - it goes on smoothly, clear, and wears well under makeup as long as I use plenty of my Cetaphil moisturizer to combat flakiness. I actually only use the treatment once per day, at night, unless I feel the familiar 'twinge' of a cyst about to pop up (I tend to get big, painful ones on my jawline that last for weeks). When I feel one coming up I start using this twice per day and it keeps them from developing and flaring up. I haven't had a cyst like that in months. This product does what it's supposed to do. As with all BP, this can bleach fabric, so I recommend getting white sheets and towels or just towels that you don't mind bleaching. It's part of the lifestyle and a small price to pay for clear skin.
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August 22, 2012

Pros:

-Huge amount for the price
-Great consistency- absorbs quickly
-Works perfectly fine under makeup

Cons:

-Like all bp products, it can be drying and it can bleach hair/ fabrics

This stuff is gold. It's the best bp I've used as far as consistency and effectiveness. The quality is top notch and the price is great. If you're wanting to start the regimen, I honestly think this is the only product you need to buy from acne.org-- everything else can be bought from your local drugstore and will be just as effective. IF you are using Neutrogena On The Spot, I suggest switching immediately to this. I tried the Neutrogena and it's not even close to the amazingness of Dan's bp.
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July 17, 2012

Pros:

Great consistency
No perfumes or added junk
Large quantity
Best quality BP out there!

Cons:

Dries your skin out, but that is to be expected with any BP.

Dan's BP is the greatest. I have been using it for 5ish months now. Yes, benzoyl peroxide WILL dry out your skin, but your skin adjusts over time. And for many, it causes an initial breakout, like it did for me. But the results I'm seein are worth the nasty breakouts and dry skin I endured for a while. I only use it at night, and have seen great results. I have had non-inflamed acne for 6 years, but in the past year had been having more of a problem with inflamed acne. I found it really took care of my inflamed acne quite well without ever getting to the full 2 pumps you're supposed to use, but I was still left with non-inflamed bumps everywhere. After finally ramping up to 2 pumps of BP, and adding AHA+, my non-inflamed acne is going away! This product really is amazing, and I always recommend it to others. Try it out and stick with it for a few months before you ditch it! The flaky skin and redness is normal, and unless you are allergic to BP, it will get better! :)
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July 9, 2012

Pros:

-Lots of product
-Reduces breakouts
-Absorbs great
-Smooth skin
-Cheap & effective!

Cons:

-Very Drying
-Leaves redness
-Time consuming
-Weird Scent

I've been using this product for around a month. I use the Cetaphil cleanser, the BP, and Simple's hydrating moisturizer. It is extremely drying during the first few weeks! But it will go away. After a month in, my skin has somewhat improved. The results so far are not drastic. I still have red bumps everywhere and I still have to coverup with concealer. But there has is definitely some improvement so it is effective! Just don't expect fast results right away. I'm hoping after 6 months it will completely clear up my skin. So far so good though. :)
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June 17, 2012

Pros:

Clears up active pimples quickly
Prevents new pimples from forming
Dries clear
No fragrance

Cons:

Very drying
Leave a red spot after the pimple is gone
Have to apply a lot of product for it work well
Bleaches fabrics

The bottom line is that this stuff worked for me. I had moderate acne and I would constantly have at least one deep cystic pimple along with other whiteheads at any given time. I mostly broke out around my chin and cheeks. When I started using Dan's BP, I was at my worst. I had a few months of constantly having at least 5 cystic pimple and a bunch of whiteheads. Dan's BP was great at drying up and getting rid of the whiteheads. It didn't clear up the deep cysts any faster than normal but it definitely prevented new ones from forming. After using the product for just a month, my skin is so much clearer. I have no more cystic acne and I just have a few whiteheads that pop up. The BP is extremely drying which can be a little irritating and uncomfortable (but definitely preferred over acne). One of my biggest complaints is the red marks that seem to linger after a pimple is gone. And in general, the BP seems to give a reddish tint to my face, along with the darker red marks and scaring from the pimples. Overall, I this product is definitely worth trying and sticking to for some time. I have had a significant improvement and I hope to get completely clear one day soon. The side effects I experienced are no where near as bad as the acne I used to have. I am going to try Dan's AHA+ to help with the red marks and scaring.
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April 26, 2012

Pros:

This product has completely cleared up my acne. My skin is now clear and soft. I am so happy with this product that I am recommending it to everyone I know. Thank you so much for making it!!!

Cons:

Can cause dryness if you don't moisturize enough. Also, you really have to use it every day.

It works. I have never had a product clear up my skin so well. It is a great feeling knowing that I will wake up in the morning with great skin.
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April 14, 2012

Pros:

Works great! I have tried many products and this one (when used with "the regimen") is most effective. Gel formula goes on smooth.

Cons:

I recommend easing into use. Can dry out skin at first.

Get this now and use with "the regimen." Ease into use to prevent dryness. Be patient, use regularly, and your skin will become and stay clear!
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