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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16.5%
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7.5%
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November 29, 2012

Pros:

-2.5 benzoyl peroxide as apposed to 10%, works just as well without severely drying your skin
-Simple ingredients, so for once in your life you know what you're putting on your skin
-A lot for little, the bottle hardly fits in my bathroom cupboard

Cons:

None

I've been dealing with moderately severe acne (which has progressively gotten better over the years) since I was twelve, I'm nineteen now and believe me I have a lot to say about it all, but I'll focus on this treatment. I was a 10% Panoxyl user for about 3 years up until two months ago when they started having production issues. It was a great product, I would highly recommended checking it out if you have moderately severe acne, but the reason it is inferior to Dan's treatment is mainly for just how drying it can be. My skin constantly cracked up and peeled, my skin could just never build a tolerance to it and I'm positive the irritation made things a bit worse, but it was still better than having pimples on every inch of my face. With Dan's treatment it comes with just 2.5%, that's a lot lower than something like Panoxyl's 10% so I always wrote it off, but reading some studies provided here and looking at Dan's regimen I decided to give it a shot. I think really though Dan's tactic of using more benzoyl peroxide to combat acne was the key. In conjunction with this light simplistic formula it makes that possible, which is ideal and damn does it work. Also, the fact that this treatment stays on your face as apposed to being lathered and washed off really guarantees your skin will absorb the benzoyl peroxide. So overall try it out for a month, but look into how Dan uses it on this site. I can really see why a lot of people are having issues. And by the way, you have to stick with this stuff. Its benzoyl peroxide, its going to have the potential effect of initially making things worse and drying skin just as any other product but if you really want to rid yourself of your acne that's what it might take. Benzoyl peroxide is hands down one of the best treatments for acne according to studies and polls and I think this product utilizes it the best.
August 24, 2012

Pros:

Works perfectly fine under makeup,Huge amount for the price,
Reduces breakouts
Absorbs great
Smooth skin

Cons:

Dries skin
Can cause a bit of redness and chapping, but it helps

It does work! That was my last hope and now I am Happy, Thanks Dan I am from Germany and wold Recommend it my friends ))
June 13, 2012

Pros:

every single bit is a pro

Cons:

the only thing that may be a con is that it may bleach some stuff. though i barely have a problem with it.

The bottom line is that i cannot live without this product it is freaking amazing. Mind blowing. i have tried a bunch of stuff and this product is just different in an amazing way. Also don't be afraid of buying it. they have money back guaranteed and they have an amazing team. Once i order a bunch of stuff, but the expiration of the products was due 5 months from the day i got the products. the 16 oz benzoyl peroxide last around 3 whole months using it every single day and some days in the back as well.the problem was that i ordered soo many things. So i contacted them and they were amazing at dealing with the problem.
April 25, 2012

Pros:

-It cured all my acne in one month!!
-I have less blackheads (maybe because of the routine of the regimen, that u have to wash 2x per day and be constant)
-Gel formula, goes on nicely

Cons:

Super dry skin
red/orangy face
itchy skin

But it so worth it!!!!

I had acne since my 13s, never been too terrible but in the last couple of years it got worst. Within the years I tried lots of different products but they didn't work at all (Vichy Normaderm, Acniben, Clean and Clear, Asepxia, Loreal Zone, etc.). When I was on birth control pills my acne was controlled so I thought it was an hormone problem and I was about to use birth control pills again until I reach this website! I live in Argentina so I was a little sceptical about buying online, and all that stuff... If it was going to work, if I was waisting my money one more time... But. BUT! Holly cats! What an amazing product! Within 3-4 weeks I was totally acne-free!!! I bought The Regimen (the regular one) and my brother after watching the results on me (i was like a guinea pig) used it too and now we bought The Big Kit Plus. BP made my skin super dry, super flaky, super itchy and very orangy (im super pale, so u can tell) but one month after doing it every day, and using lots of moisturizer (Now I bought the Jojoba Oil to add it to the regimen, it didn't arrive yet so I can't make a review on that) my skin feels pretty normal again, and with no acne at all! I will definetly recommend it, it totally worth every side effect of the treatment and every cent that we pay for it. You have to be really constant and you will see results!!
February 12, 2012

Pros:

Clears skin
Not heavy
Glides easily
Odorless
Great value

Cons:

At first is very drying

I used proactiv's repairing lotion for years but hated how it smelled and how heavy it was, not to mention that is was very expensive. This is much lighter and has no fragrance. It glides very nicely and has improved my skin greatly. I don't put this all over my face because I only break out on the lower half of my face. I also use it as a spot treatment during the day and it works great!
January 23, 2012

Pros:

- Goes on smooth
- You can feel it working
- A little can go a long way
- IT WORKS!!

Cons:

- A little drying but some moisturizer will help

Worth every penny, This product will get rid of any acne if you stick with it!
November 28, 2011

Pros:

2.5%
light consistency
HUGE amount of product: compare to other brands!
great price

Cons:

the package design. Three words: Helvetica Neue Light. The classiest font in the world, in my opinion. Just have it in large font wrapping around the side in white against the black background. Just a suggestion. xD

I LOVE the new consistency. Almost weightless! I followed Dan's website from before he even made these products. He's come so far! The consistency back then was still great, but a little thick. It used to ball up with my moisturizer or it would make a weird film of the stuff on my face. Now it's light and fluffy. Way to go Dan, for perfecting this product! I must admit. In a weak moment, I did forsake the skincare bible of Dan Kern and try salicylic acid instead of benzoyl peroxide, But it's just not as effective! Not to mention that it's difficult to find products that are inexpensive and not tested on animals. I'm probably going to stray and try different products every once in a while, but I'll always come back to Dan's classic 2.5% BP treatment because my skin has always been its best with it.
November 14, 2009

Pros:

Very easy to apply, doesn't leave residue, dries well

Cons:

Have to be patient when drying, it leaves your skin dry, but with the moisturizer should be fine.

This product is the best! I've had acne since I was 12, I'm 20 now and this is the best product that's work for me. Since using this product my acne is gone, I don't have those huge breakouts anymore. Thank you Dan so much for this. You are a hero!
August 31, 2009

Pros:

Clears Acne!

Cons:

Dryness but nothing moisturizer cant fix

This is the best stuff! I have only been using it for a week and already my acne is clearing up! After having a very terrible experience with Murad which left me depressed and often days crying because it made my skin so bad, Daniel Kern's BP is working miracles! I've been following the instructions, starting out with a small amount and gently rubbing on face after cleansing. It leaves my skin a little dry, which is to be expected, but I just use the moisturizer about 15 minutes later and it clears up that problem instantly. I wish I would have found this site sooner , It would have saved me the emotional strain and not to mention the strain of my pocketbook. Thanks so much Daniel Kern!
August 18, 2009

Pros:

No horrible smell, works beautifully, spreads nicely.

Cons:

Only con is that you have to order it online!

I love this. It's the best BP I have ever used. The best thing is that it doesn't smell horrible like other BP products. And it works like a charm. I will definitely order more once I run out. :)