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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.
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October 19, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Cons:
Step 3's consistancy leaves your face a bit sticky at first but give it time to dry and it is fine.
I have been on AcneFree for almost two weeks and a little bit better. After reading a lot about it i have learned that it can take up to several weeks for the product to work 100%. I have not had any problems with it drying out my skin a nd the product smells clean. So far I like it and have no problems and am really looking forward to it kicking in completely and making my skin beautttttifulllllllllll :)
October 14, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
It works
Cons:
none so far
This makes my skin feel really CLEAN! I use it alongside Proactiv and it's workin really well. Although I am also using a number of products alongside those 2 as well..It's preventing my breakouts pretty well.
October 12, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Easy to apply; no real odor compared to most OTC acne products.
Cons:
Stings and dries out skin.
After two weeks, my skin was so dry from use of this product that it was actually flaky and felt like sandpaper. I still have just as much acne, though it doesn't seem to stand out as much as it had. I could foresee running out of the different bottles at different times. If they included a lotion that doesn't have benzoyl peroxide and actually keep skin healthy, I might be willing to try it again.
October 11, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
smoother skin
Cons:
skin got very dry, toner burned, acne did not decrease, very expensive, leaves bitter taste on skin
Not worth the money. I'm glad it works for some people but it's just not EVERYONE'S product.
October 9, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
none
Cons:
neautrogena never work for me, it give me very dry skin!it cost alot for a bottle like this!
it doesn't work!
October 7, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Clear Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
doesnt really work, gets rid of some pimples
Cons:
dont put it all over your face just the bad parts. also it leaves a residue all over your face
ive been using this for a long time and it hasnt really helped and only made my face worse.
October 3, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Well the toner seems to get rid of extra oils and dead skin cells like it says cuz the cotton pad looks to be dirty after use.
Cons:
Well everyone says it helps in one night but i cant believe it cuz i have been using this product for 2 - 3 weeks and my skin really does not look any better
Well ill use it for like 1 more month and hopefully it will work cuz i have tried everything. :( And i cant believe all these reviews. It seems like everyone using this product is cured in like a freaking week. But what do i know.
September 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It smelled nice.
Cons:
Didn't work well. It did the job for about a month, and then I had a massive break out that never really went away.
If you have severe acne, not just a couple of pimples (like most of the people on their commercials), it's better to go see a dermatologist.
September 29, 2007
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It has my name on it so if I lose it they will know its mine. My name is Carley.
Cons:
Doesen't work at all I had clear skin before I started using it!!!
It sucks the thing that worked for me was Acnexus and it's $25. A day on the Internet turned into a before and after!!!!
September 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Bloody God-send.
Cons:
The cleanser
When I first used it, I used the cleanser twice a day. The cleanser is an exfoliator. Teenagers should only be exfoliating two-three times a week. I learnt this after my skin became dry, even with moisturizing. It didn't give me more breakouts or anything, but just dried out my skin. But now, I've replaced the cleanser with a more gentle one and only use the Proactiv-cleanser twice a week. I cannot express enough how much Proactiv has helped me. I really can't. My face would probably be bursting with cysts if it wasn't for this product. I will get the odd pimple maybe during my menstrual cycle, but that's it. I LOVE Proactiv. It works it works it works it works.
After Acnefree destroyed my face, Proactiv helped to repair some of it. (Besides the scaring, which I am doomed to look at forever)
Pros:
Very affordable, makes skin feel very smooth and clean especially steps one and two.