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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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February 17, 2008
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Cons:
For the first several times you use it, dry and red skin can occur. Make sure to only apply about a dime size to whole face, once a day and you are good to go!
Remember I have had acne for years, and had scars...well my acne is gone and those scars are fading. No more hiding my acne behind makeup!
February 17, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Kept my acne away, for years. Not one button!!
Clean and clear.
Cons:
Burned in the beginning,
Can get a bit watery, shake tube before applying.
I used it after washing my fcae with St.Ives. At this moment, I can't any in my country and guess what? I am breaking out on my forehead and cheeks. I recommend that you try it and see if it works for you. The same product would not work for everyone.
February 16, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Pro's? Are you kidding? OK, how about nifty packaging.
Cons:
Does not work, scam business practices, poor customer service, etc, etc, etc.
I was attracted to try Proactiv after hearing the ad on the radio for the free trial... the one where the girl asks "what's the catch" and the other person says, "there is no catch". Let me tell you... There IS a catch, so BUYER BEWARE. When I called, for some unknown reason (and unknown to the call agent as well), the offer was no longer available (despite hearing the same ad the next day), so I signed up for the "Trial Membership" to give it a TRY. After the 30 days, to no surprise, I still had the same level of skin issues (i.e. NO improvement) and had to deal with the aweful smell of benzoil peroxide on my face. Then, to my surprise, I recieved another package of Proactiv. When I called to ask why this was sent, I was told that buried within the long legal statement was a line that told me the "trial" was not a trial but a real membership (although the agent did not say it that way). Now I'm stuck with a 2nd month of this crap. Never again. And I warn
February 16, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Great value, works much better than other BP lotions
Cons:
Consistency is a little grainy, dries me out
The best BP product I have tried so far. I'm much more clear than I have been in the past and it keeps my acne from getting big like it used to get. Definitely worth buying.
February 16, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Makes my skin smooth, blemishes disappeared faster, evened out skin tone color.
Cons:
Doesn't foam so it's hard to get makeup off with it on eyes and skin.
A good product; I have fairly clear skin with a few blemishes here and there sometimes. I like Neutrogena Acne Wash just as well. If it helps you, use it. If not, don't waste the money.
February 11, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears skin virtually over night. Keeps it maintained.
Cons:
Dries out skin. ( I bought a moisterizer from the pharmacy and it worked great!)
It works, but has not made my skin perfectly clear. Better than anything else I have ever used. ( Could be different on me though because I am pregnant )
February 10, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
price
Cons:
dried out my face severely and made bags under my eyes.
it works on your acne but it dried out my face and made my eyelids a little puffy. after the first day of using it my face was really swollen and puffy, but that went away the next day. My face cleared up, but my skin doesnt feel right, especially when i get out of the shower, my whole face gets dry and flaky. It still works though and the price is very affordable.
February 9, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
sort of prevents new spots
Cons:
seriously red, irritated and dry skin months after using it and spots still coming.
i have mild - moderate acne and it works to prevent spots in some areas of my face but in others they just keep coming and i have been using it for 2months + !! my skin is so red and tight and discoloured from it - i may switch to only using it at night and see what happens.
dissapointed with it really though :( however, i know alot of people have had a lot of success with it. Maybe my skin is just too sensitive. I recommend to try it and see otherwise you won't know.
February 5, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cleared my face overnight.
Cons:
Dry face at the beginning, but positive results, and my face has never been smoother and clear.
Try it, and if it does not work for you, return it. Word of the wise, purchase from a kiosk in a mall, and not on the phone.
February 5, 2008
Pros:
Easy to use, liked the overall regimine, cleanser felt like it was working as soon as I began using it
Cons:
the moisturizer is not thick enough so I have to use another moisturizer, I have used it for 7 weeks and my face continues to break out worse than it ever has before.
My face breaks out worse than before and heals much slower than normal. It said it would clear up acne in 3 days and did not. Plus on the box it said it was better than proactive and others, but it is definately not.
Pros:
I have had severe acne for about 2 years now and have used hundreds of acne treatments and creams, even Proactiv and nothing worked! My friends mom introduced me to this, and it is amazing!