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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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April 10, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
A little bit drying but no more than other similar products, follow the instructions and use a moisturizer!
I have persistent adult acne, after years of doctors, treatments, this regimen cleared my skin. My only regret is not starting it years ago. You do have to follow the instructions and stick with it though.
August 6, 2015
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Gel)
Apply Benzac AC + Cetaphil moisturizer
Hello! I'm new to the Regimen and have just begun using benzoyl peroxide this week. After washing my face at night, i allow my skin to dry, then apply benzoyl peroxide. After about 15 min, I use Cetaphil moisturizing cream. I expect my dry skin to feel relieved from the cream, but gradually the burning and itching sensation increases. It is really difficult not to rub or scratch my skin when this happens. Is this normal or is there something wrong with the cetaphil cream? I was wondering if maybe it reacted with the BP
August 13, 2016
Yes it's itchy AF for the first 2 weeks or so but then you'll get use to it. Please try you hardest not to touch your face. The itchiness will eventually go away. The results are worth it. You'll have clear skin and benzac also lightens old dark pimple/acne scars
October 20, 2014
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Give it time for complete (or almost complete) clearing
Well, I started using the 2.5% version while doing the regimen and it did work a bit. One thing you should know is that no matter how much moisturizer you put on your skin you will always be irritated, and finding a non-comedogenic moisturizer is really hard (needless to say impossible). A few months ago I went to my grandmas house for the summer where I couldn't find the 2.5% version so I decided to buy the 5% version. At that time my face was almost clear, I did get the ocassional pimple, but it was nothing compared to before and they did not hurt like before either. At that time I'd been using the product for about 6 months and I was really pleased. By then I noticed the moisturizer was breaking me out, and also that I did not need to use the bp twice a day (It was quite harsh). One thing you should know about bp is that in the beginning you are going to peel down a lot , but nowdays (almost a year later) I use it almost once a day (sometimes I skip a day by accident) and I don't get even near to peeling and I get about one little pimple every 2 weeks or so (before I use to get one angry pimple per day). My advice is to give it a try, but wait till your skin gets used to it, and also try to use a gentle cleanser that doesn't have sls.
July 16, 2014
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
Highly annoyed
So I'm 17, just got this product a few days ago and used it once yesterday and once today. I have never had bad acne and someone just gave me this as a random gift sort of, and I thought, hey I'll try it. But the past week I've gotten a few pimples more than I would so I was thinking maybe this would take care of it. The first day I just used the wash and felt a slight burning sensation in my face. I've never needed strong acne treatments so I thought it was just my face needing to get used to it. Today I tried using the mask method, and a few minutes in, my face started to burn very badly. After I rinsed it off, my skin began to peel and I had very random shiny spots all over my face. Two days isn't enough for me to see results or not but I do not want to continue use of this if it's going to be like that every use. I'm wondering if it's just me or has anyone else experienced what I described?
June 9, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
The bottles they show in the proactive commercials are the big ones. The ones that are for 19.99 are the travel size first off.
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I tried this product once when I was 13 and used it for a month and a half... that's how long the bottles lasted. By the end of the treatment, my face was so broken out, red, irritated, dry and flaky. Ever since then I have suffered from 15+ zits on my face a week. I have tried everything from Purpose, to Clinique, to Neutrogena, Clean and Clear, Dove, Aveeno pads and foam wash. I have seriously tried everything and nothing is working. I'm almost 20 years old and this battle began at 12...
January 10, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I love this product. It keeps my skin under control, It cleans well for face, body and even as a shampoo, (it does not even strip color out of color treated hair). My husband uses this and likes it, he even uses it on his hands after he has worked on cars and takes the grease off with no problems. I have no complaints. I have tried most of there products and like them all.
Cons:
I can't think of any.
This is the best acne control products I have ever tried and I have tried lots of different products. I have sensitive skin so most of the products I have tried have dried out my skin, broke out worse or caused more problems. Not with Carley's Clear and Smooth. I also suggest there mineral makeup. works great and there is a shade for everyone.
November 22, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
-actually clears up acne
-works in the long run
Cons:
-asks that you use a new facecloth everyday.
-can overdry skin
so i received this product at the end of september, i wanted to review it after the first 3 days of using it because my skin has literally never looked clean since puberty striked me but i waited it off since there were some complaints that after a week or so, some broke out a lot. well that's exactly what happened to me (not as bad as what some people described), but like most treatments, acne usually gets worst before it gets better. so i stuck with it, and it's been 2 months since and i really have to say that this is my miracle treatment. i used every product to make my skin smooth, because it had that lumpy texture (acne under the skin) that i just couldn't get rid of for the sake of mankind. after years of using what felt like every product (over the counter, prescription, to home remedies) i feel like i've found a product that actually works for the long run. i like this better than the bp gel which i also purchased from this site, because the bp gel feels weird on my face and if i get any on my neck area i break into a crazy rash. this product is easy and simple, just use it whenever you take a shower (which i'm assuming daily) *don't use a fresh washcloth every time like they recommend, your hands work perfectly fine. also don't think this replaces your exfoliater, use a different product to exfoliate your skin. this product can leave the skin really dry, so you're going to need a good face moisturizer right after you shower. i just wish i had found this product a lot sooner..now that my skin is clear from pimples and lumpy skin, i'm left with scars and colour distortion from years of picking at my skin. don't let bad reviews deter you from this product, you can purchase this item risk free, which includes 100% refund if it doesn't work out, also customer service is really good! i ended up buying the night moisturizer which they gave me as a sample from my first purchase. i hope this helps people who are suffering from acne like it has helped me.
September 30, 2010
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Stops acne forming straight away
GREAT for back and body acne only - too harsh on face
Cons:
* doesnt get rid of much acne that is all ready there just stops acne forming
* dried my skin and made it inflamed and peel
* had to use alot of moisturiser
i baught this cause my acne is quite bad and now im starting to see really bad back acne for about 3 years and quite mild face acne but has gotten worse in the past year on my jaw line i used this product and it stoped acne forming on my face and back straight away but i think it is way too harsh on the face im now starting Accutane next week i hope this works for me so i can stop messing around with cleansers treatments and different medication wish me luck and ****** this product does work to stop acne forming but it wont work forever unless you use it all the time please test it in a small area before using it because if your like me your skin will get really inflammed and start to peel
January 12, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Clears up acne in 2-3 weeks, light, goes unnoticed, and blends well into the skin
Cons:
Can make it worse within the 2-3 week time frame because of the build up of budding acne in the skin, dries out skin
I have been using 10% Benzoyl peroxide as my regular face washing regimen as well as pairing it with a 10% benzoyl peroxide topical gel. After my skin cleared up significantly and I was maintaining clear skin, I thought that I could switch over to a new face wash. That was a bust and my skin is still recuperating from the time I did not follow through with my benzoyl peroxide regimen. I have since gone back to using the BP face wash, AHA toner, and BP topical gel and I am seeing a positive change in my skin.
October 9, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
I used this product and found it made my skin 100% worse. I used to get a couple of pimples per month but after using this product I was too ashamed to go out!
Mty break outs became uncontrollable with huge pimples along the jaw line and white heads all over my cheeks and up the sides of my face. I am 35 years old now and it was horrible! Never never use this product!!!
Pros:
Easy to apply, effective