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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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February 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
proactive did not give me a refund. When I called them after a month of returning it, they say they have not received it. Also, the company did not send me the free mask they offered after I sent them pics of my acne and the form too.
The company is dishonest. They pretend they have too many callers and say they would phone u back within 24hrs. I did not get a phone call back and I'm sure I didn't miss it because I was home.
February 27, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Natural and good for the skin!
Cons:
None at all, except that one cannot purchase in stores.
I absolutely love the natural soap, moisturizers, exfoliant, mineral makeup & chap stick. I tried the soap and BP solution about a year ago and I had no luck. I have since been on a search for a miracle cure. One day I found the sample moisurizer that came with my order and used it when I ran out of my usual. It was glorious, it moisturized but didn't leave my very oily skin greasy as most moisturizers tend to do. I ran out of the sample and ordered a full bottle online and it came with the soap. I tried the soap without the BP solution this time and it has done wonders for me. Granted, I've changed my diet to no sugar, flour, packaged/process foods and mainly eat raw veggies. But I know this soap really helps, b/c I left it behind in a hotel a few weeks ago and had to wait 2 weeks to get my order thru the mail and I had a breakout during that time. I highly recommend all the products except the BP solution which just didn't work for me. But it might w
February 26, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
works good
Cons:
irritating if too much is used
I bought this so i can follow Dan's regimen.. two days after using it my skin is burned,itchy and EXTREMELY dry, no matter how much lotion i use.. i also continued to break out after using it but i guess that usually happens upon using a new product.. my skin is clearing but the burn is not going away.. im going to stop using it for a week and see what happens. if you have sensitive skin DO NOT use as much Dan used im going to be using way less from now on hopefully it will still work
February 26, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Works GREAT! At least for my skin. You can see a change in "young" pimples the day after you apply it. Portable in its small tube. Has virtually no smell. Worth the money. Didn't sting or irritate my skin unlike other acne spot medications that do.
Cons:
Too small, wish they made a bigger tube. Since it is benzoyle peroxide, you MUST follow directions and GRADUALLY use it on your face. As in once a day in the beginning, and then slowly moving it to two or three times a day.
Works great. I think it's the best acne spot treatment out there so far.
February 21, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
none
Cons:
it clogged my pores. it's al chalky feeling didn't help and it's very harsh.
it bleached everything this bp sucks compared to the neutrogena one. the texture was pretty gross and it didn't help my acne.
February 21, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It works for about a couple weeks.
Cons:
It stops working and the toner burns.
This isn't worth it. The toner burned my skin and only worked on my face for a week or so. If you are in your teen years and looking for a good acne product, don't use this. It doesn't help.
February 21, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
I have pretty bad acne. I have heaps on my cheeks and within the week of applying, it helped dramatically. My acne is heaps less noticeable. Im really happy.
Cons:
Feels a bit yuck on your skin. Doesnt work for everyone.
Doesnt remove all pimples. But reduces them.
February 21, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It cleared up my skin a bit
Cons:
My face looked more clear, but felt scaly and the burning and itching were horrible! I could hardly blink my eyes hurt so badly.
Don't buy unless you can handle the pain...even though it was clearing up the acne...my face felt scaly and that is not worth it.
February 21, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
umm.works well.even tho i've only used it twice, it works well.
Cons:
nada so far. ;)
try it.
February 20, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I love this product. My skin was usually very oily and looked dirty all of the time. My chin had pimples everywhere and dark marks from where pimples used to be. Two weeks of using this product, my skin was no longer oily and the dark marks faded awa
Cons:
In the beginning your skin is very dry and peeling. After 2 weeks, your skin get used to the product and the peeling stops. Most people stop using the product because of the peeling, but if you stick with it, you will notice a big change. Trust me!
Buy it and stick with it. IT REALLY WORKS!!!!
Pros:
it was average