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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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January 3, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
It made my skin burn and made it red for hours. I am NOT sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. It didn't clear up my skin.
I used it for a few months and it did not work for me. It was however, very irratating to my skin.
January 2, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it did eliminate the number of pimples.
Cons:
REALLY, REALLY, REALLY dry up my face. can't open my mouth wide otherwise i get a lot of dead skins around my mouth. it gave me DEEP pimples. hurts, scarring.
it works in some degree. it reduces the number of acne but it gives deep acne on the face and hurts really bad.
December 31, 2007
Pros:
Easy to use. Cleared up my acne quite nicely. It took three months of dilligent use to get it all to go away, but it worked. And it is still working four months later. Seven months of improved and maintained skin!
Cons:
Increasing the amount you use is neccesary. I have to coat my face like crazy with the stuff. So needless to say I go through a lot of the bottles. Drying can happen if I'm not careful with returning the moisture back to my skin.
I would totally recommend the product if you are looking for a good benzoyl peroxide lotion. It works well with my skin.
December 30, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Benzole peroxide works well for acne
Cons:
Can be mildly drying
Great product
December 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Makes my skin silky smooth (like a babies bottom), I have extremely SENSITIVE SKIN, clearasil with the 5% benzoyl peroxide used too BURN my face, Proactiv doesn't do that to my skin. Their cleanser, toner and repairing lotion work for me.
Cons:
You have to be very consistent with your skincare routine. Not every product in their range will work for everyone, my skin doesn't agree with their renewing cleanser for instance. Price is also a little hefty for what it is.
If you don't want to go down the liver harming roaccutane/accutane path I would recommend at least trying proactiv for a month or 2, they offer a money back guarantee if it doesn't work for you in the first 90 days or so. I would also say that if it didn't work for some people the company wouldn't be around it would be false advertising and they wouldn't be allowed to operate. I wouldn't recommend proactiv for people with DRY/COMBINATION skin at all because the prescription based benzoyl peroxide they use in it can overly dry some skin types, it seems to work for the oily, over sensitive skin types NOT ALL SKIN TYPES which is where I think a few people go wrong. Also I find the best value for me is the $80 (includes postage), 4 piece kit, it lasts 2 months. So NOT TOO BAD I have spent heaps more on other products that have done squat for my skin. I don't mind paying $80.00 every 2 months for something that works for me and doesn't harm my body like some tr
December 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smells good, gentle on skin.
Cons:
Only works for certain skin types. Did absolutely nothing for my skin after praying for results for about a year. Am 27 and have had acne since I was 13. This did absolutely nothing but make my skin smell good.
I would recommend that others at least give it a try. But if you don't see results within a few months stop using it. It's not worth the money to keep going.
December 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It has definitely reduced my getting bumps and whiteheads by a big number. I hardly have actual zits or whiteheads. It has removed my blackheads, my face is smooth.
Cons:
Some of my blemishes have taken quite a while to get rid of, I still have them on my chin, and if you have slightly fair skin as do I use a light moisturizer after the repairing lotion, or else your skin will peel and be dry.
I believe it has worked for me, a little bit high on the price, but I have tried TONS of things, Clean and Clear, Neutrogena etc. etc.
Hope this helps!
December 27, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
actually works
Cons:
makes skin very dry
could have worked better...
Very very good for the price and definitely has saved my face on many occasions. I stopped using it for a while to try just Cetaphil and benzoil peroxide lotion, but my face exploded until i got oxy again :) still searching for the perfect cleanser, but still.
December 27, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
after using the face scrub ure skins soft.
Cons:
after using the face scrub ure skins soft.. but extremly red. and after you put on the cleanser and lotion, its greasy and ure scarlett.
its doesent WORK AT ALL.
ive had it 4 times and it never cleared my acne, i dont have severe but the little things annoy me so i tryed this product and it SUCKED.
and in the morning, the corners of your nose and really oily.. and its GROSS
and the cleanser smells DISGUSTING. its like sulfur.
and during the day...your really shiny becuase its like it brings out the oil in your face instead of getting rid of it.
its really overatted and expensive, so dont waste your money.
jessica simpson didnt use this... i guarantee it. she has millions of dollars. she prob got that fancy expensive laser treatment.
December 26, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
my skin becamse so red like burning, i have never ending ITCH and i got more acne *larger than i usually had*
Cons:
nothing... but it works for some people
well this product is definately not for me... i do not like it at all.... it didn't do any good to my skin. That is all that i have to say about it.
Pros:
You feel like its working.