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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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August 18, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
-Very drying if used as directed
-Skip a day and you will break out worse than ever
I never had horrible acne, but enough to feel embarrassed. All kinds of concealing creams and whatnot made my skin look even worse. My goal was to find a product that would allow me to wear no foundation, powder, or anything and still feel confident. Got ProActiv because of its reputation and 3-step innovation. I feel that overall, ProActiv is average. I've found that it does not prevent breakouts, but does help clear up existing ones more quickly. I've never had blackheads until I started using this product, so I think ProActiv caused them. Can't use it more than once a day or my skin becomes very dry-looking. If I get lazy or I am out late at night, and I haven't washed my face, it starts to get very gross and pimply. I think this is a withdrawal kind of symptom from the product. Be careful.
August 17, 2008
Pros:
Worked well for a while...
Cons:
Acne got worse for the first two days... then cleared up. Now after 2 months its litterally stopped working, it might have even made my face worse.
Im not going to be one of those people that say " it doesnt work for me so it wont work for anyone" that being said give it a try.
August 16, 2008
Pros:
clears acne up pretty quick and not too drying
Cons:
does not prevent future breakouts all that well. At first it clears up mostly everything but after awhile breakouts comeback. My forehead cleared up pretty quick but a month later it came back lighter though not good on blackheads. Drys up a little
i would give it a try, depends on severity. mild to light it should be good but not strong enough for severe acne.
August 16, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none so far (almost 1 month into it)
Cons:
skin occasionally gets severely dry patches
lotion does not dispense well out of the bottle
skin is way worse after 1 month than previous
I am on the fence about cancelling my membership. After 1 full month, my cheeks are covered in painful red bumps that sometimes prove to be filled with disgusting pus. I am afraid to stop too early (like maybe I am going through the "it gets worse before it gets better" phase), and maybe I should just tough it out, but I really really hate the way it makes my skin look.
August 15, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
I can tell it really works, The condition of my skin has gotten better and i've only been using it for like 4 days!!!
Cons:
It works best if you have oily skin, if you dont then stock up on moisturizers.
ok so on a scal of 1-10 my acne problem was a 7.5, so thats kinda bad, but nowhere near clear! I have literrally tried everything on the market: differin, proactiv, cearasil, neutrogena, etc. and nothings worked this quick, but it is pretty early in, so i'll be sure to keep you updated.
August 13, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
it got rid of all most all my pimples
Cons:
kinda dries out my skin
and my irritate my skin
it works and is worth every penny
August 13, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
works well and gets the job done
Cons:
you have to use it in the am and pm but w/e
does what you want it to do
August 13, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It made my zits dissapear over night.
Cons:
It made me brake out into this HUGE red rash. almost like it had burnt my skin!
I did not think the i had sensitive skin in the slightest.. Then I used this product. It worked well the first week, making my zits vanish over night.
Then it gave me this rash like burn.
It burns and itches and is SO red!! If you have even the slightest of sensitive skin do not use this!!!
August 13, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Worked Very well for first 5-6 months. Acne nearly gone.
Cons:
After 6 months, acne came back worse than ever.
Works well at first, but I think your skin gets used to the Benzoyl peroxide
August 12, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
clears up bumps in less than two days
i see a major difference, it shrinks the bump very quickly
Cons:
dries skin, leaves white residue
it's really helpful for big pimples, or small groups of bumps.... i usually put the gel on my face at night or if i'm staying inside, just a little on the bump
Pros:
-Clean feeling
-Gets rid of oil
-Nice to have the cleanser, toner, and cream companions