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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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October 27, 2006
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Cons:
extremly dry your skins...
go and get it!
October 26, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
help some people, their money-back guarantee is easy to use
Cons:
expensive, doesn't work for everyone
It helped a friend of mine but unfortunately did not help me. In fact, it made the problem much worse. It might be worth trying since some people swear by it and they are good about returning your money if you send it back after two months.
October 25, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It's very affordable, and for a college student that is a wonderful thing. It is easier to access. I can go to Walmart and get it rather than having to order it online and have it shipped, etc.
Cons:
I always seem to run out of the toner before anything else.
ProActiv made me break out even more. Every cream my dermatologist perscribed never really helped. My skin still breaks out, but they are so small you don't even really notice them. My skin is so soft now, and it has an even consistency, not oily in some places and dry in others.
I love how I don't have to wear makeup and my skin looks great, and when I do wear makeup, my skin looks absolutely flawless.
October 20, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Certainly not many, it didn't really help at all.
Cons:
IT dried my skin out and burns without a positive result. It had virtually no effect on my skin at all.
I have severe acne and maybe if you don't u can try this but if tou are like me this product sucks.
October 19, 2006
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
it heals pimples without overdrying skin
Cons:
depending on how much you use, can make skin red and itchy
It's the one product that has alleviated my acne since accutane. Also, if you have a health spending account, you can reimburse yourself for the purchase of this product (or any acne medication, over the counter or prescribed). I would also recommend using a mild soap called vanicream, which is hard to find but can be ordered online (or purchased in CO Bigelow in Manhattan). I've started Duac (day 2), which has 5% BP. Will update you on the difference.
October 18, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
The bottom line is that if you are consistent and use this product every morning and every evening, it will help tremendously. I recently bought the Acne-free Severe Acne Treatment and it works even better...I love it!
Cons:
My skin still feels a little oily at times, but it DEFINITELY doesn't dry it out! I never had any skin problems until I was in my 30's. Nothing worked...until this. YOU MUST BE CONSISTENT AND USE IT DAY AND NIGHT. Drink LOTS of water, also!
I liked the regular Acne-Free formula, but the Severe Acne-Free Treatment is probably about 50% better, which is hard to believe! Go for it...it's worth it for about $25.00 per month.
October 16, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
AcneFree works soooo well on my face! I absolutley LOVE it! The 3-step system is fun too! I was so excited when I first got it, within about 4-5 days my face was zit-free! I don't suffer from that bad of acne, just a few pimples here and there, but it sure clears them up. My chin was the worst spot. And now it is smooth with no pimples! I have the 2-step scar erase solution too. It all works great and I recommend it to everyone!
October 11, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Gets rid of the zits you have and then keeps new ones from forming.
Cons:
Does at first cause a little skin irritation but it tells all about how to address those specific issues in the brochure they send with the product for those of you who didn't read.
This sh*t works. It says that it works for most people. I guess the most people it worked for are out having a good time without their zits to post on here.
October 10, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Absolutely NONE.
Cons:
Doesn't work, made my skin break out into a rash...
I had a few zits and some increased oiliness during my time of the month and decided I wanted to give ProActiv a try. I tried it for exactly 3 days. The first day I noticed a marked improvement in my blemishes dried out, became less red etc. On the second day I noticed a rash on my neck (where I also used the product). I thought in was unrelated and continued using ProActiv that night as well. However, when I woke up in the morning I had tiny, almost not visable bumps in every single pore of my face. I honestly can't really see them but I can definitely feel them. They are like little hives all over my neck and face. I threw my ProActiv products away and went back to drug store products this morning. I just washed my face about 30 minutes ago with a little cleanser and am already noticing an improvement in the tiny bumps. ProActiv is the worst purchase I've ever made.
October 9, 2006
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Awesome. Doesn't overdry skin, smoothes on easily. Has cleared my skin! Must be used as directed by CSR program. Be consistent and patient! IT WORKED FOR ME! BIG FAN OF DAN THE MAN!
Love it! Will continue to purchase!
Pros:
clear my spots in 3 day