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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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June 1, 2010
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Cons:
drying and peeling of the sceen
i first started this last week pf april 2010 due to my forehead and chin acne problem.during my 1st -2nd week usage, my acne really worsen up but on the 3r-4th week it made a lot of improvement--my acne was ALMOST gone on my problematic areas such as the forehead and my chin.However, bigger acne started apprearing on my cheeks, am gonna try to hang on to this product coz im sure that id see the result in about a week or so
May 26, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Simply cleared my whole face after about a week of use.
Cons:
Made skin horrible for a week.
Expensive.
Made my skin more oily.
After about a week of using I woke up one morning and my acne was pretty much gone. But the first week made the acne 10x worse then it was before. I probably would not buy again and just get a cheaper cleanser and BP.
May 5, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
Didn't work! When you cancel they keep charging your credit card!
Don't waste your money! I say it cost 25 dollars but their still charging me not that I'm gonna pay it! Now I have to dispute it on my credit card.
April 21, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
....
Cons:
Skin is gone.. feels like scales
Is that swollen.. yes!!!
Redddd face!
Hurts to smile and put water on my face
I only used this product one day and three days later I STILL feel like I have a severe sunburn on my face. I have cried because of how stupid I look and how painful it is. I feel like a fish and my face is raw and swollen, and I have take accutane so I'm a trooper when it comes to side effects.. THIS SUCKS! I realllly want my money back, I don't know if I can though, what a waste
March 25, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
the toner worked wonders but I have a feeling any $5 toner would work just as well, black heads on my nose were removed.
Cons:
Dries out you're face and you're fingers. cleanser doesn't penetrate as deeply as other cheap washes and it's very unforgiving
when my skin dries out it over produces oils leaving me with even worse acne than before. after only a few days I was covered in a massive hoard of big gnarly white heads after quitting it my face went back to normal which meant only a few little bumps hear and there. the one thing i did notice though was that while using it the black heads on my nose were gone (its practically a miracle) in the end I switched to using the noxzema facial wash (its amazing) and using only the toner and lotion from the kit... the spot treatment that was included with the pack i bought was what lead to my lack of black heads and i love it. all in all i say no to the system but the spot treatment is nice (clean and clear works better though) not worth all you're money
February 15, 2010
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
I purchased this product not knowing what it would do. I really like it, it is great.
Cons:
I cannot find it again. What store carry the product. I want to keep some on hand.
I don't remember wher I ourchased the product. I need some again. My son and I use it. Please tell me which stores carry this product. I really don't remember where I purchased it from.
February 14, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It's really easy to use, feels nice, clears most of my acne and improves my skin texture. Before I started using the treatment, underneath the acne I had thin-feeling, coarse and very dry skin that often felt chapped, and that's gone, I'm all smooth and softer now. I use the exotic butter moisturizer as both day- and night-cream and like it very much. The natural soap is also great and feels very soft on my sensitive, dry skin.
Cons:
Since I live in Sweden the shipping in itself costs about as much as the products, which stings a bit. Otherwise I have nothing bad to say about it.
I think this is a great product that works really well for me, and I appreciate that there is no focus on unneccessary stuff like fancy bottles. Before I started using this I had light/moderate acne with occasional ugly outbreaks - nowadays I just get a few small spots around the time of my period, which is an enormous improvement. I would recommend anyone a try.
January 30, 2010
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Not sure if there are any besides Clinique has a good return policy.
Cons:
Expensive, too harsh, and made my blemishes worse. This is supposed to be for any skin type but mine is sensitive and it was not good.
Quit using it and swtiched to Olay foaming face wash for sensitive skin, 50/50 solution cider vinegar for exfoliant, and BP for spot treatment. My skin is getting better but there is an aftermath. I still use Clinique's moisturizing gel but am looking for something else. I would not recommend clinique. This is the 2nd skincare line I have tried and the longer I used, the worse my skin became.
January 3, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
everythin
very expensive doesnt work well,,
December 10, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
None really
Cons:
Very drying, it burns WAY bad, leaves you itchy and it smells really weird
I've been using it for four or five days now and I don't like it at all. The worse part is there "pH balancing" lotion with Salicylic Acid, it burns my face really bad and leaves my face looking like I have a bad sun burn for up to an hour after I've put it on. The results, I have more acne then I did before I bought it. I would not recommend this to anyone.
Pros:
still waiting for a complete effect