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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 18, 2012
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
Hasn't been able to help with the cystic acne on his jawline or back/chest/shoulders.
Good for light acne but not for cystic. My son is now on vitamin supplements--the last step before accutane--hopefully the vitamins will work. We have tried everything. My husband took accutane and it worked for him, but it is a strong drug and my son is leery of the side effects.
January 17, 2012
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Used it for a few days and my spots disappeared!
Cons:
My skin is really dry anyway but, the cream left it worse than ever. Really dry and flaky skin! And it really stings, but after a certain period of time applying, stinging decreases. Got it near my eyes once and they swell like balloons, so be careful!
Best spot treatment ever. Surprisingly cheap and most of all effective!
January 9, 2012
Product used: AcneFree (Sensitive Skin Formula)
Pros:
OH MY GOODNESS, EVERYTHING.
I'm so happy with my skin, I could cry.
Prevents breakouts.
Soothes.
Not harsh.
Smells okay.
It not only takes care of acne but gives you soft, glowing, beautiful skin.
Cons:
It stains clothes.
It might take a bit long to work, but it prevents any new blemishes. In 4 weeks, your skin will be amazing, or pretty close to it.
BUY IT. Amazing! I've TRIED EVERYTHING!!!!!!! And this works!!!!!!!!!!! I use it 2x a day, and I use the "terminator" on the spots, and it does exactly what it claims -terminates. I started using this on December 2nd, and its January 8th, my skin is spotless. I barely use the terminator because I don't have any spots. I keep using the system because it prevents the break outs from happening, and it does its job. I'm a faithful costumer forever!
December 27, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa Gel 5)
Pros:
Clears cystic acne
Cons:
skin slightly dry
Great for spot treatment. Used on a cystic pimple. Redness and swelling reduced significantly. Will only use when needed.
December 23, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
It works!
It does not flake up like the cream ones
Makes you glow
Affordable
Cons:
Medical smell
I have been on the regimen for over a year, using "On The Spot" with good results. I was spending so much money buying those little tubes every week that I decided to buy Dan's huge bottle. I am so glad I did, it took me from good to great skin! I actually cured my acne by making this switch. The gel absorbs quickly and feels lightweight. The only negative thing is the smell, which is something I can live with if it means I can have gorgeous, smooth skin!
December 20, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Made zits smaller.
Cons:
Dried and irrated skin very expensive. It is too much for its quality.
Not the best it cleanses but doesn't get rid. It upsets me that it started eating at me and hurting my skin.
December 11, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Prevents breakouts, somewhat clears acne scar.
Cons:
Really dries the skin
I noticed that i have a lot less breakouts since I used it. I highly recommend a type of moisturizer because it's really dry.
December 11, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Nothing.
Cons:
Charges money when didn't order anything.
This stupid product has been charging me extra money when I didn't even order anything. They have been charging me for six months and now they have stop. Dont waste ur money on this stupid product not even helpful at all! It will jus charge u $200 for stuff u didn't order!
December 8, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Clears Redness
MAY clear spots.
Cons:
Dries skin.
I got prescribed this as since i was about 13 ive had quite bad acne, im only 16, and its knocking my confidence as it would anybody.
I got prescribed it on Monday then used it till now. Wednesday, Ive been putting it on a night..
I cant say ive noticed any massive improvements yet, other than drying my skin, but i can say it has taken some of the redness away, and I dont see any new spots forming.
my acne prone areas are WAY dry and are peeling a bit.. Ive been using E45 cream for that over some antibiotics I was given by my doctor.
December 8, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
cleared up skin quickly, not too drying, refining mask is amazing, only thing that I've actually seen positive results from
Cons:
price, worried about it becoming ineffective after a while
I have mild/moderate acne and I've literally tried everything (topicals, antibiotics, accutane)! None of these have worked! I began using proactiv about a month ago and have never been happier with my skin. I would recommend it to anyone, to at least try it.
Pros:
Cleared up much of my son's (age 16) light facial acne.