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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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August 18, 2007
Cons:
DO NOT USE WITH COLORED TOWELS! All of mine are now navy blue with abig orange spot in the middle.
Good product. Buy this instead of stupid Neutrogena or something with Salycilyc Acid if you're frustrated with acne.
August 17, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears the skin, no dryness.
Cons:
Time consuming, can be pricey, can't buy in stores.
I tried Proactiv 9 years ago after having my first child. I had a very bad reaction. I broke out and my face turned red. Well, 9 years later, I still have mild acne. So, I tried it again. It has consistently kept my skin clear. My skin is not dry at all, (I use their moisturizers,- great products!). If I do get a blemish, its gone within a few days without a mark left behind. All of my post acne marks have faded. I love Proactiv!
August 16, 2007
Pros:
Worked really great. My skin had never been this clear and I used it every other day.
Cons:
Caused chronic sinusitis and eventually severe allergic reactions to benzol peroxide and salacylic acid.
The product is great for most people but since I'll never be able to use it again, it wasn't worth the six months of my life it took away with doctors and treatments. Now I'll only trust a dermatologist rather than a faceless company that gives no warnings about the possible consequences for taking their product.
I was only checking for dryness, redness, flaking not facial inflammation and pain!
August 16, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Washed my face with Cetaphil, followed up with this gel & moisturized. My face cleared up in a few days.
Cons:
None so far.
I'm 29 & have struggled with cystic acne since I was 15. I tried Accutane twice & many other cleansers, lotions, pills, etc. This product has done wonders for my skin, my old scars & my confidence. Thank you Dan :)
August 16, 2007
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
This is the ONLY product that has kept my skin balanced and happy. My skin used to get red a blotchy for no reason. It doesn't happen any more. Smells great and the Soap bar lasts!
Cons:
NONE!
clear happy skin for around 20 bucks? you can't beat that! Oh and no animal testing!!!
August 16, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
WORKS VERY FAST! THE DAY I STARTED USING IT I HAVENT HAD A NEW BREAKOUT SINCE, AND I ALWAYSSSS HAVE A BREAKOUT ON MY FACE. IT WORKS VERY WELL AT PREVENTING NEW BREAKOUTS FROM FORMING AND PIMPLES GO AWAY VERYYY FAST:)
Cons:
strong smell, irritating and cause redness and dryness BUT can be fixed with a good moisturizer
EXELLENT PRODUCT!!!! use it.but if you do be patient. is takes a while for it to really kick in and work it wonders. but trust me its worth the wait!! :)
August 9, 2007
Pros:
It works for the first few months.
Cons:
After your skin gets used to it, it stops working. Also makes your skin quite oily if used twice a day.
I usually switch between two different products. One is Proactiv and this formula. That way my skin doesn't get used to just one product.
August 9, 2007
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Used for about a week, helped clear up my skin
Cons:
none
works
August 9, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It feels clean immediately after use.
Cons:
Doesn't work!! Plus, they kept sending it to me and charging me before I needed a refill. Even after I cancelled they sent another set. Now I have a bunch of worthless, expensive goop in my cabinet.
Don't waste your money. If you want to try it, go to the drug store and get the generic brand. It is the exact same ingredients, and it's a lot cheaper. I regret wasting my money on the "real deal," especially since it didn't work. At all. It really fakes you out because it feels clean right after you use it, but it doesn't heal anything, plus I broke out even worse when I stopped using it. One step forward, two steps back.
August 8, 2007
Pros:
Cheap
Cons:
Doesnt seem to work
I bought Natures Cure and have been on it for about 3 weeks now. It seems like it is making my acne worse. I am getting acne in places on my face I never had before. So I don't know if it will work at all. I'll stick with it until I run out for this months supply but if nothing happens they will be tossed. I was really hoping it would clear up my skin but I'm crossing my fingers.
Pros:
Works well, cheap, easy to find.