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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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July 12, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
None really but you must follow directions and change your washrag frequently. Oh yeah and don't use any other products on your skin because it makes carleys less effective.
I would never stop using this product. I introduced this product to everyone I know with troubled skin and they love it just the same. Thank you carley. We'll nevr stop using your products.
July 11, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cleared most of my acne leaving me with an occassional breakout.
Cons:
Very drying...harsh on your skin.
Ive used the product for 5 years and I loved it. I used it once at night everyday. It took a while for it to really start working but when it did I thought I would be using this product forever. Of course Id break out here and there once in a while...but for the most part my skin was great. Although it was great I do not recommend using it all the time. About 2 yrs ago my skin began to peel. It was horrible and lotion didnt seem to help much. Within this past year I developed eczema on my face so I had to stop using the product and within a week my face started breaking out like never before. It is very very harsh on your skin but it did work for me before I developed eczema. Now, I dont know if there is a link but If you do use the it then use it once in a while because you could develop an allergy from consistantly using any product for a long period of time.
July 10, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
its cheap.
Cons:
it worked for like a day, then made my face 100 times horrible. i gave it 3 weeks then stopped using it last night. i hate proactiv alot.
sucks!!!
July 9, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
it stops pimples frm coming bk.
Cons:
dried my skin out till it was sore and strted peeling
its a good product just follow the instructions
July 9, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- It's full of power packed advertisements about its benefits
Cons:
- It strips off natural oil from the face, leaving it bleached.
- It does not work
- Causes more break-outs after second try
I refunded my products. It did nothing to cure my acne. It actually made it worse than before.
July 9, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
bacteria cause acne, pus from a pimple is dead bacteria and white blood cells. washing helps remove oil and dirt, but you must also fight bacteria. benzoyl peroxide does that for you, while the toner removes oil from your face. no allergic rxn for
Cons:
must use everyday for it to be effective. i found that the cleanser lasted longer than the toner and repair lotion. maybe next time will buy the cleanser separately.
good product, shouldn't be any different than proactive since they contain the same active ingredient, might be slightly stronger
July 9, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none.
Cons:
The cleanser made my face worse and sometimes it was too abrasive to use in the morning. I tried to give this product a chance for a little over 6 months and was truly disappointed. The cleanser, toner, and lotion CONTAINS PARABEN.
PROACTIV CONTAINS PARABEN - A cheap unregulated preservative that acts like estrogen and can throw your hormones off balance and some estrogens are known to drive the growth of tumors. Paraben has also been found inside breast tumors and can stimulate breast cancer.
July 7, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It really works!!!
Cons:
None
For years I've had trouble with occasional breakouts but never had really bad acne...but it was enough to make me self-conscious about my appearance. I didn't find this product until I was 30 years old and wish I would've had it years ago! Within a week I started seeing a difference in my skin. While I may still get an occasional pimple, it's nowhere near as bad as it used to be and it goes away quickly. I hope Carley's is around forever because I never want to be without it! This stuff is that good!!!
July 7, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It seemed to work a little for the first two weeks of using it
Cons:
Irritates skin and makes it flaky, smells bad, expensive, make acne worst--more acne appear--, not available at store,
Don't waste your money over this product...Its all bullsh*t...The advertisement and testimony make the product seems to be the number 1 acne treatment...However, it only make the acne far worst and bleach your skin....I don't know if this will have any side effect in the long run...but good luck to those who like this product...
July 6, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Quality of ingredients, works great - follow the directions, no need to buy other stuff, gentle but effective, quick shipping !!
Cons:
Just be careful if you wipe your face with colored towels - it can take the color out - we love it so much we just use white or cream towels, it's worth it !!
I've tried pretty much everything in their line - I love them all - I trust that the ingredients are all from high quality sources and that i'm not putting unknown disgusting crap on my face/body like in regular store products !!
Pros:
This stuff really works...I too tried evrything under the sun including detox,etc. And nothing really worked but carleys is truly a God-send.My skin looks amazing and if I do get a pimple it goes away quickly.