Acne.org Products
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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May 20, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
Irritated face for a few weeks.
This product is great because its a clear gel and doesn't go on streaky. It's very affordable compared to the Neutrogena On The Spot which is a very small tube. I'm still using my old 4oz tubes and am glad that they made a bigger size.
May 19, 2008
Pros:
works fast
Cons:
none
i liked this product. i have only used it for a couple of days and it works really well.
May 19, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The packaging is neat and organzied, but takes up a lot of space. It smells ok.
Cons:
This product made my skin so dry after only a few uses. I followed all of the instructions, and I only applied it once a day because my skin can be sensitive, but it did nothing for my acne and made my skin so dry.
Like I said, this product really doesn't do anything. I have mild/moderate acne, and I was hoping this would help, but instead I just looked like a tomato. I was so red and irritated, but the worst part is that it did nothing for my acne. I have been on it for quite a few months, and let me tell you, it is just not worth the money.
May 18, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
CONTROLS OIL, keeps skin clear, reduces redness of blemishes
Cons:
a little expensive, the foaming cleanser tends to run out sooner than the other products, and the moisturizer can bleach clothes, sheets, etc if you are not careful.
i'll start by saying that my skin type is very oily and i <had> a small amount of cystic/nodular acne along with a moderate typical acne. i did have some resiliency to harsh, drying products built up because of the repeated use of prescription acne medications like retin-A and tazorac that worked at first, but lost their effect over time.
i have used clinique makeup (ONLY clinique) for over 10 years, so i figured i should try their acne solutions line. i immediately began to see a difference in my skin and it seemed to be clearing up. it was slow going, but i decided to stick with it, thinking that if nothing else my skin wasn't getting worse. about a month ago, co-workers and family members began telling me my how great my skin looked. after 5 months of use, my skin is clear! the cleansing foam works well, but runs out quickly; the clarifying lotion is refreshing and lasts longer; and clearing moisturizer is the ONLY product i have ever used that really does control oil ALL d
May 14, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The toner works fine. The repairing lotion has benzoyl peroxide in it and I still use it to control acne all over my face. I used the total system once every other day for about a year and at first my acne disappeared.
Cons:
The product is very drying. I could never use it twice a day as recommended. I could only use it once every other day. After a year my acne came back and I could not get rid of it using this product anymore.
I get one or two large cysts every month. For the first year Pro-active helped keep these cysts small or sometimes non-existent but after that I had a breakout all over my chin and forehead that I could not control with the product. I got some large persistent cysts that lasted 3 to 4 months each. Internet research indicated that other people with sensitive skin had problems with this product and that the harshness of the renewing cleanser was probably irritating my acne more than it was helping it. I have since switched to a different, milder cleansing program with an over the counter benzoyl peroxide cream and my face has cleared up. Although I no longer use the cleanser at all I sometimes do use the toner and repairing lotion. I do not seem to have a problem with them. However once I use them up I will not rebuy them.
May 11, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
smells good. maybe the best ads you see on tv, but that's about it.
Cons:
i started using this product when i was having moderate amount of cystic acne. by the 2nd week, my acne were horribly inflamed-- bigger than quarter coins in diameter, with literally continuous throbbing pain. i had to go to urgent care & get a shot.
doesn't work for everybody. it was the 2nd time i tried it.. still, it never worked. i even had to pay more money for seeing a doctor, and they had to give me an antibiotic shot for the infection (abscess, even) it caused. i did get my money back, but it's not worth it, going to work looking like that, and all the pain i went through and the money for infection treatment. if i can rate this a 0, i will.
May 8, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none.
Cons:
when i bought it the seller told me part of the process is getting rid of oil. eg pimples first then clear skin. Well i used it for a moth and all i got was pimples. I was better off before.DONT USE IT.
Dont buy .
May 7, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Proactiv is the only product that worked to clear my acne. (even over the dermetoligist prescriptions) I use it 1X per day, for over 4 yrs. I was able to customize my order to ship every 6 months, with two bottles of cleanser and one toner
Cons:
There are no cons with this product.
My skin has never looked as healthy, and the tone/brown spots, from the acne scaring, have evened out in color. With 2 shipments per year, It's the least expensive product I've used that actually works.
May 4, 2008
Pros:
It cleared my skin in about a week, smoothening it as well!
Cons:
It cleared everywhere except my nose. I got pimples inside and outside of my nose, both extremely sensitive.
It works if youre not trying to get rid of nose pimples. It works just about everywhere BUT there.
May 3, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Great foaming cleanser, lotion leaves skin soft, can be purchased in a trial pack to ensure it works before you commit to full sized products.
Cons:
Is a bit more expensive.
I have tried everything for acne: proactive, and other benzol peroxide based products, I have also used several differin products and accutane. I find this product to be one that works the fastest and also one that leaves skin feeling soft. If you have sensitive skin I would recomend only using the benzol peroxide lotion once a day however if that is not an issue for you then use it as recommended. So far this is my favorite product. It is pricey but you can purchase a 4 week trial pack for 42.00 to ensure that is works before comminting to full sized products. Also Clinique offers clarifying makeup as well. I found that the clarifying powder keeps oil under control all day and helps even out skin tone. Using these products together has been perfect for me and I would recomend them to anyone!
Pros:
Goes on clear and absorbs fast. Affordable.