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Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
54%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Benzoyl peroxide clears the skin completely when applied correctly.
Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
It’s been a staple of acne treatment for decades for a reason. When used properly it can completely clear the skin. It is widely available and affordable. Comes with side effects for the first few weeks and can bleach fabric.
Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
This is an over-the-counter treatment. Here are some places you can find it online.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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November 3, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Works ok for spot treatment. Showed slight improvement and it helped to dull redness.
Cons:
Way too expensive for small tube, does not spread easily over face
I've been using this for about a month, but now switching to Dan's gel. I feel it is way overpriced for it's small tube, especially if you're using it twice a day - it runs out fast. It seemed to work ok on some existing pimples, which is what this product is really made for - spot treatment. It didn't work well when applied over the entire face - it was hard to spread and I think I ended up irritating my skin more from using it instead of helping it.
November 3, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It helps from making my acne disappear. It was very smooth when i put it on.
Cons:
If you choose to put the Refining Mask over night, believe me your face will feel like a cement. My skin peels after I used the Renewing Cleaser, but that's what probably happen if you don't have the Revitalizing toner though.
Not many products works like proactiv.It gives you shiny skin. Don't ever use 1 step alone because it doesn't work without the other 2 steps.
November 2, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Wash)
Pros:
Doesn't dry out skin badly, even though I have sensitive skin. Gets rid of makeup.
Cons:
Didn't really work to get rid of my acne.
Didn't do much.
October 31, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I ran out of the scrub, but bought one from the store and continute to use them, repairing lotion as spot treatment. I love it. The scrub I bought was horrible, and the moisturizer that came with it didn't work, but Proactive always works!
Cons:
It will make me temporarily red in areas (the repairing lotion) but I believe it is just because it has so much Benzoyl Peroxide.
I love this stuff. I make sure to get the mosturizer instead of the oil control, even though I have oily patches in places becuase it does tend to dry out areas without.
The product MUST be used consistently in order to produce good results. Even though I'm not currently using the scrub, I use the other brand consistently and it always works. Only occasional pimples occur when the time of the month comes!!
October 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Well I started using it 2 weeks ago. I never had a pimple problem it was more of an oily and blackhead problem. Since I started using it my face is always red I have pimples all over my face now. I guess it depends on your skin type.
It's USELESS !!!!!!
October 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works well if you USE AS DIRECTED.Its been 5-6 months using Proactiv and I am starting to see a big change from what my face used to look like (face was COVERED with VERY INFLAMED acne). Now my face is calm and clearing up.
Cons:
A few pimples come when using Proactiv but they disapear within a week or two. My chin area is BROWN, I don't know if this is a side effect from using Proactiv or I don't know!. My pillows are turning yellow from the B.P.
Great product from people who are patient and can wait a while for their skin to start clearing up. Only for the strong people who can stand washing their face gently for 1-2 minutes (works best for me). Bottom line is buy it at your own risk because it dosnt work for everyone (the 15% of people), and hopefully you'll end up in the 85% of people who got clear with this product!
October 28, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
It really does work!
Cons:
Takes time to use correctly, 5-10 minutes.
Together with the regimen as a whole this stuff WORKS! I've tried Pro-Activ, Retin-A, Salicylic Acid, Antibiotics, and Stridex. None of them worked and Retin-A made me worse. After 8 weeks, I am 80-90% clearer than i was before. Not perfect yet but well enough that I no longer look towards social events hoping that my face will be clear so I can go. I definetly have no problem going in public at all, my face feels normal like every other 21 year old guy, a small pimple or two here or there....and I love it. Give this stuff a try, you see results after day one and it just keeps getting better week after week util the breakouts are very manageable and small.
October 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it comes in a nice, easy to use package
Cons:
its expensive and dried my skin out
proactiv did stop the oilyness of my skin, but its made it so extremely dry and flaky that it isnt worth it. one week ill have clear skin the next it will worsen and then it will clear up again. im about to stop using it and go onto the a'kin range, ive just started using cellfood oxygen gel and i take Qsilica tablets, over the last few weeks they have made a real difference to the condition of my skin. so basically proactiv is not worth the price paid and is only average at getting rid of pimples. i bought the 4 piece set, cleanser, toner, gel and moisturiser.
October 28, 2007
Product used: Brevoxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (4% or 8%) Creamy Wash)
Pros:
its starting to work for me
Cons:
n/a
does anyone know if i just put the cream on itself with no water or do i put the cream on and then use water to lather it?
Cons:
I have tried it for month but my pimples remain the same. my pimples keeps on multiplying spreading on my nose. i used proactiv in the morning & evening. i follow the guidelines but it never had a good effect on me. such waste of money!