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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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August 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
redness,big pimples,dry skin ETC. my worst experience ever.!!
dont buy it !!never it sucks real bad !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i used it for a month or two and it made acne worst. its horrible!!!i regret buying this crap!!!
August 3, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It worked pretty well and it was very convenient because I could take it with me everwhere.
Cons:
It really dried out my skin. I would recommend using a moisturized afterwards.
It kept my acne under control. I switched from this product to Clean and Clear and this product ended up being better even though Clean and Clear had 5% B.P.
August 2, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It works and is much cheaper than ProActiv. You can get AcneFree from stores, and you don't have to order it!
Cons:
The products get used up fast.
It worked for me, unlike anything else! I've had acne for about 2 years, and it has helped so much. It does NOT show results in 3 days, but after 2 weeks it really starts working. I'm so glad I tried it! I have a few zits, but it's way better than it was before.
August 1, 2007
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
I have moderate/severe acne, and Clear Zit reduced it to mild/moderate. One of the best and cheap products.
Cons:
bleaches clothes and may irritate skin if skin is not moisturized properly!
Try it! It's worth a shot. I know it was a god send when my acne was really bad. ALWAYS MOISTURIZER* even if you don't have acne
July 30, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Affordable and shows good results
Cons:
Takes some time to see full results and dries skin out some
It works it just takes time
July 30, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Defintely cleared up most of my acne made my skin feel smooth and refreshed cheaper than proactive also works better and you can find it at a local drugstore like walgreens which is right up the street from me.
Cons:
QUITS WORKING!!! Sometimes made eyes red and sting bad but not often sometimes if I accidently used a lot of the repairing lotion it made my eyes sting and my face pale and red.
I have had severe acne since I was about 14 and I am now 16 and I have tried every over the counter medication face wash, proactive, etc. trecacyceling, etc. I have a bad habit with sticking with one medication I think if I use a medication it and don't see results the next day its dosen't work. I finally started using the original 3 white bottles of Acne Free and I saw results in like three days. Everyone said I didn't have bad acne at all. Of course I had a few pimples but I'm fine with that but when I have pimples,blackheads,scars all over my face and girls won't even look at me it gets annoying and let's just say with Acne Free I had a lot more attention with the girls than I ever have! I also have take trecacyclying, the best I can spell that and use acne free. Acne Free worked wonders to clear my face up for two months that it justs quits working. My face is starting to break out like it use to and its so depressing. I might try the regimen if the severe steps don't work.
July 30, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Made my Acne clear up EXTREMELY fast.
50X better than proactiv, i used proactiv for 3 weeks with no results, and after the first application of AcneFree i saw results. I would recamend to anyone!
Cons:
It does make your face feel a little more on the dry side, but it is definaetely worth the results. "]
Any one reading this DON'T waste your money on proactiv, i will tell you, it sounds so hard to believe for the price but this product is absolutely AMAZING.!
July 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cystic acne cleared up pretty well- although i still get one every month, cleared up the acne on my back perfectly, the mask is great to get rid of dry, peeling skin. And the repairing lotion is great.
Cons:
Takes a while for it to actually show RESULTS, it took me about a couple of months. When I went a few days without it because I ran out, I broke out like crazy.I have to keep back up supplies of it.
Keep using proactiv for at least 4 months, it took me that long to see full on results. Buy the combination therapy set if you have sensitive skin, oily and/or dry skin. I have combination skin so it worked well for me, but the 5-piece combo set is the most expensive set of the bunch. If it dries you out, use a SMALL amount, a very SMALL amount. That seems to work the best. And use the mosturizer/sunscreen.
July 30, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Does prevent acne, clears skin after time, Better for a body wash, price, feeling.
Cons:
Packaging, Dries skin out with excess usage
Good for a body wash, for price and effect, worth your time and money
July 29, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
works great! eventually it starts to wear out, and when it wears out, ur skin will get irritated... I STRONGLY RECCOMMEND ACNE FREE SEVERE rather than there original product. it took me about 1 whole year for it to wear out for me, was well worth it.
Cons:
dont bother using the toner, it makes ur skin more oily, and the retinol i skipped becaused i never saw resuts, but i didnt give it much of a chance.. my DKR is coming in next week so im switching to that, will see how it works
acne free is a great product, if it doesnt work like you want, switch to ACNEFREE SEVERE, i reccomend skipping the toner, and if u want to give the retinol (retin A) a chance go ahead, i used it for about a week before skipping the step, since i didnt see any good results coming from it. Your skin will eventually get irratated from too much BP, since its 10%... but there is really something in that 10% time released BP in acne free severe.... im switching to DKR becuase of the irritation acnefree caused me, and i will see how it turns out... also u can get this at ur local stores! like walmart, cvs, walgreens!
Pros:
no frickin pros for guthy renker!!!!!!!this product does not work.