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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.
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October 20, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Cons:
It burn my skin very bad. My under eye circles are swollen to the point I am ashamed to get out of the house. It's a very unsafe product. I don't understand it.
and yes, I only put a tiny amount on the cheecks, UNDER the sensitive eye area
It is scary.
October 20, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Good fragrance, very effective, good for sensitive skin
Cons:
Will dry skin out if you do not use another moisturizer!!
I have tried EVERYTHING short of going to the dermatologist... The same thing happened at first as what happened with the other products: my acne got a little worse... HOWEVER this actually cleared it up. I also use the Dramatically different lotion, 7 Day scrub, and acne spot healing gel and I only use clinique make up... since I've switched to this, my skin has gotten SO much better! even though it's a little pricey, it's worth it for great skin! there is also a starter kit which is smaller and less expensive, basically so you can see if it works for you, but my skin didn't really get dramatically better until after i had started my second set, so give it time.
October 18, 2007
Product used: Klear Action (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works very well; my daughter had bad skin and we tried PA and it didn't work at all. A friend suggested KA and it worked immediately. I then got adult onset acne and started using it and it works great.
Cons:
The Blemish Zapper works great as well, but you can't get it from the store and the shipping from the website is ridiculous.
It works
October 18, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
helps to clear up spots
Cons:
too expensive, dries out skin, does not work long term
overrated, dries out skin, not effective....
October 18, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
The foam soap works well and so does the clarifying lotion
Cons:
The new moisturizer with benzoyl peroxide made my skin dry, flaky, itchy & red. I returned it for the regular Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel.
Clinique recently changed their Acne Solutions line to include benzoyl peroxide (instead of the Salicylic Acid they used to use). I preferred the old formulas on almost everything and am currently looking for a new brand to use. It's a shame because my skin is so acne prone and the now discontinued products worked perfectly for me. :(
October 17, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Inexpensive, effective acne treatment designed for success. The core system works well when used as directed and it does prevent future breakouts. Additional products like the oil-free moisture are essential for the "feel good" result of skin care.
Cons:
It's worked for me since it's debut so I can't complain. Packaging was an issue as the screw tops were a hassle but recent flip tops takes care of that.
Proactiv works. I had cystic acne most of my teenage years and was subjected to numerous cortizone shots on my face that left be scarred, along with the acne itself. I have used Proactiv since it was introduced and I wouldn't live a day without it. I have to say that I use the oil-free moisture every time I use Proactiv and it gives my skin the silkiness associated with using the best skin care products. I occasionally use the refining mask and see great benefits to that as well. It may not work for everyone, but it has worked for me and I had the most severe acne known to exist. I do have occasional breakouts but NEVER have had cystic acne since I began Proactiv. You can cusomize the kit to get the pieces you want and speed up or slow down the frequency. I get 2 cleansers / 1 repairing lotion every 12 weeks and buy the toner only about once a year as needed. Try it and if it doesn't work then try something else. You really have nothing to lose....except acne. It really does work.
October 16, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It did work somewhat for a while. But it never completely cleared my skin up. And, when my skin was pretty clear, it was never "healthy". I would still break out with ocassional pimples, so i was never completely clear. My skin was unhealthy.
Cons:
It BLEACHES stuff. Not ALL because fabrics are different but i have many shirts and sheets that have been bleached from touching my face, even after the cream has dried. Decreases in effectiveness after a while, never completely clear and unhealthy
I stopped using it, but i do think about going back on it when I break out. But my skin was not healthy.
October 15, 2007
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
um, yeah don't really have any
Cons:
My face burnt really bad and I only used it once I used a bottle of moisturizer in a week and have huge blisters on my face where the cream was. My face looks worse than it did with acne!
Even though its $1.00 don't buy it. I am now worried that I will have scars!
October 14, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
I'm VERY SATISFIED with ProActiv...but you have to figure out what works for you. The repairing lotion is strong, and dries you out....I only use it at night time to fight pimples then.
AND....You have to use an oil free moisturizer too, so you don't dry out.
If you are not consistent, then the product cannot work. Also, any makeup that you wear needs to also be oil free and non-comodogenic.
Its a great product...but you have to figure out what works for you. If your still breaking out...make sure your cleansing and toning, and using the repair lotion. If your drying out...use less repair lotion (and the oil free moisturizer)
You can't give up on it...you have to find what works for your skin.
October 12, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Inexpensive
Non-drying
Lasts a long time
Cons:
Doesn't look good under makeup
Bleached my pillowcases
Actually I combine this product with the Proactiv system. Since the small bottle of repairing lotion in the Proactiv system doesn't last as long as the wash and toner, I started using this product in replacement of the repairing lotion at night only. I didn't like using this product during the day, because it takes a long time to dry and looks terrible under makeup. This product is effective, and is a lot cheaper than buying extra proactive. I used to break out with 1-3 new pimples every day, and now I get about one per week. My pimples also seem to be generally smaller, and have less inflamation and pain.
Pros:
NONE
I used the 10% one