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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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June 7, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
It's really expensive. It works as fast as a snail can travel around the world. Sometimes makes acne worse.
Proactiv is O.K. It has some good points but some really bad ones too.
June 7, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works well for the first month or so.
Easy to use
Cons:
After i stopped using it i have really severe acne..
The bottles aren't big ebough to last.
Wouldn't suggest anyone buy the product. Its crap!
June 5, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Good price for a large amount.
Cons:
No matter how long I wait after I apply this product, my moisturizer always rolls up on my face. I will actually go back to Proactiv (although Proactiv is so much more costly).
Good buy for the product but my skin felt better after using Proactiv's solution and I will continue to use it. I do not have bad acne at all, but I felt the proactiv is a better choice for me.
June 4, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Does clear up severe to moderate acne, smells decent, mask works great overnight
Cons:
has to be used everyday, you become a slave to the proactiv gods, and does little to nothing for blackheads
All the chemicals in Proactiv do more harm than good in my opinion, everyone including myself seem to find that once you stop using it you are screwed. I've used it for over 3 years now and can't stop for fear that my acne will keep coming back.
June 3, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Product is not a problem but they are over charging and eating my money if you call customer service the will require you to fax your bank statement, you hav to call bank, go to bank, talk to somebody, fax, wait you will lose your money and time OMG
Cons:
Product is not a problem but they are over charging and eating my money if you call customer service the will require you to fax your bank statement, you hav to call bank, go to bank, talk to somebody, fax, wait you will lose your money and time OMG
Do not risk your valuable time to talking to this people just go to store and buy other products
May 30, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Bar)
Pros:
None!
Cons:
It dried out my skin SO much. The skin around my lips is cracking so much that I can't even smile. I have tons of NEW little pimples all over my forehead and cheeks.
It's awful.
May 26, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
WORKS GREAT! Noticed a difference in a matter of days! Even the blackheads on my nose that i have NEVER been able to get rid of are disapearing :)
Cons:
Terminator makes my skin itchy if I use too much in one area
I bought AcneFree Sensitive out of desperation for a product that works. I get really bad cystical acne when the seasons change and they result in terrible dark scars on my face that take months to disapear. I have used similar products in the past, but they have always dried my skin out to the point where I would rather the pimples than the irritation. This Sensitive formula is so great on my skin. I noticed immediate results, especially since I could feel/see a huge pimple growing on my forehead and now it's gone. I would strongly reccomend this product if you have sensitive skin or even if you don't. It's so mild that I have not had any problems, except for the Terminator sometimes makes my skin itchy, but I think that's because I get a little overzealous with it from time to time. I would take a mild itch over zits any day! I just had to come on here and let the world know how pleased I am, and I hope this is helpful!
May 25, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
it does work rly well and it actually removes zits and it works really fast...
Cons:
it drys out the skin... horribly but if you have a moisturizer it will help
buy it it rly does work but don't forget to buy the moisturizer...
May 24, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Can help to prevent the formation of future acne.
Cons:
Classified as category 3 product, "safety unknown" by the FDA...... (it use to be category 1, "safe", but they reversed it.) Generates free radicals which will slow the healing process. Linked to cancer, and is known as a tumor promoting agent.
Been tested on mice and is regarded as a tumor promoter in them. Causes redness and dry skin. I used this for a long time and it did help somewhat but never actually cured me of my acne. After doing research on it I've decided to never use it again due to the fact that it is really bad for your skin. It accelerates aging of the skin and when exposed to sunlight becomes a free radical creator which can cause skin cancer. I've begun using Dr. Wexler's products (bought at bath and body works) and me skin has never been this good. Some of the products use salicylic acid which can actually benefit your skin. My advice - use at your own risk.....this stuff may be more dangerous to your health than you think, do some research and decide for yourself!
May 22, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It really cleared up my skin right away when I first starting using the products and have only had problems when I skip a couple days. I've been using this product for over 9 years.
Cons:
The cleanser runs out before everything else and I have to buy extra bottles of it (it comes in a 3 pack on the website or at the mall).
It works great for me. It's a little expensive, especially since I buy extra bottles of cleanser every six months or so, but I figure it is worth it if it keeps my skin clear. Make sure you use the oil free moisture to keep your skin from drying out. Again, I've been using Proactiv for over 9 years, so something must be working, but try it for yourself.
Pros:
It does work (slowly). The first month I used it my acne got worse but after a while it really did start to clear up. It reduces the redness and the clay mask works well on new pimples, and it doesn't sting.