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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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September 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
stopped working quickly, dried my skin out badly, I felt like if i smiled my face was gonna crack, I ran out to quick, didnt last me near 3 months, to expensive!
The TV is fooling everybody, I seen the commercial and grew hope, then was let down.......I would reccomend Dan's regimen, working better for me then Proactiv. I use...
1)Cetaphil gentle cleansing bar
2)Dan's BP
3)Cetaphil moisturizing lotion
September 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Seemed like it was gentle, maybe it is gentle enough for some.
Cons:
Temporary improvement followed by total nosedive
I am in the camp with folks who got the worst skin of their lives from Proactiv. For me too, after about 3 weeks I saw an improvement but after that, forget it. I have never been this shiny or broken out. I also stuck with it thinking it was pulling the worst out, but it's been 4 months now. I am sensitive and also older and I think it's just too harsh. I also get foliculitis and rosacea in small areas and that is flaring up like never before. And yes, I did phase the usage in as advised. Also the fragrances I could do without.
September 26, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it works if you faithfully using it.
Cons:
price. bottles should be clear so i know how much is left.
im on and off with it. when i was 16 it worked great, faithful for a year...untill it started affecting the wallet.. so i stopped and it had gotten really bad to the point where friends and family would say "OMG......what happened to your face?" that made me feel really bad and uncomfortable. so started buying it on and off again, because of the price. i tried everything!!!! i started oil pulling and other home remedies like apple cider vinegar, none seem to help. i also tried murad and it made my break outs worse....ever since murad ibreak out in places ive never broke out before..stopped murad after a month and bought neutrogena product. GUESS WHAT?......... didnt help.......so my mom bought the clinique 3 step acne solution, on it for 2weeks....and really dried a even more acne came, clinique specialist told me it suppose to get worse before better.....so ill give it 3 more weeks and see what happens. if it doesnt help im for sure back to proactiv.
September 25, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Its affordable and it works quickly. I actually broke out from using proactiv and i used the acne free to clear skin
This product works so good and its only 18.00 at walmart. My face has never looked better. I have never had severe acne buti have always had breakouts. After using Acne Free my skin is smoother and it looks almost perfect...i use it everday before i go to bed and i leave the repair toner on while i sleep. I have light scarring and its almost vanished..so happy with this product i tell everyone.
September 24, 2007
Pros:
Works great
Cons:
A bit expensive and the benxoyl peroxide bleaches out bed and bath linens. Beware.
I started using this product in my 40's due to cystic acne that never went away. I am still using it at age 53 and love the skin care regimen. It seems when I get breakouts they are in areas where I do not apply the product, such as right along the hairline, in nose creases or on the bottom of my chin. It really works when applied.
September 23, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
clears small pmiples ..stops pimples from coming
Cons:
makes skin a lil dry but lotion or cream can fid that
its a good product .. works good
my skin was kinda clear that b4 ..my forhead is much more clear and also my chin .. cheeks are getting clear ..
September 23, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
works initially
Cons:
After about a week, it only made my skin look so much worse. Since I began to use ProActiv, my skin has become a constant problem...even worse than before. I now not only have acne, but the texture and appearance of my skin has gotten so much worse.
This product is terrible. Spend your money on something else.
September 23, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
your face feels so fresh from the first wash (atleast thats wha happened to me)
Cons:
i guess cost.... :S
It worked for me!
September 22, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared up my skin after a few weeks, you just have to be patient! The refining mask really worked nicely...I would wear it while I'm showering or watching television. My cheeks were also very soft while I used Proactiv!
Cons:
It caused my skin to flake when I started, but it was only for a few days. I added a separate brand of moisturizing lotion to help.
It works if you're patient. It's not a miracle package, but it does work.
September 22, 2007
Pros:
Great fix for 4-5 months
Cons:
Stops working there-after!
I was so excited when my skin cleared up after only 2 weeks of using the Pro-active system. I was clean n clear for about 6 months when for no apparent reason my acne became resistant.
I would recommend, but it won't last forever :-(
Pros:
Worked "OK" for about a month, everything smelt good.