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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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May 13, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
It takes time to clear the skin (as stated in the instructions) and obviously, everyone wants to be clear NOW!
It took me the full 8-12 weeks to be completely clear but I'm so happy I stuck with it. I've tried everything a dermatologist can provide, including two sessions of Accutane, which cleared my skin for a few years but eventually the acne returned. I was desperate when my derm. suggested another Accutane treatment! I refused to be put on that stuff again. I have also tried many of the other strategies/shortcuts mentioned on this site because I didn't believe that something as simple as a BP treatment could possibly improve my condition after all the doctor prescribed treatments failed. Bottom line...I purchased the BP, moisturizer and AHA and use them in conjunction with Herpanacine (see reviews under supplements) and I'm completely clear!! I told you I was desperate so I took a two-prong approach to clearing the acne. I used Dan's three products on my face only so the Herpanacine and Dan's AHA alone cleared my back. My gratitude goes to Dan and the man who created Herpanacine. If you decide to try it, which I strongly recommend you do, do not shortchange yourself by giving up too early. Give it the full 12 weeks to see improvement. Oh, and follow Dan's instructions exactly, just as he recommends.
May 10, 2010
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Easy to use, good outcome works semi quickly
Cons:
better for not too bad acne , little burn sensation light-
A little goes a log way for those annoying pop ups. BUY IT!
May 6, 2010
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
i have acne because of my bangs and it makes my skin very oily i've only been using this for about 2 days but i use the cleansing pads 3 times a day and it is going away so very fast
Cons:
i would reccomend it to anybody and im young 10-13 and it works very well.
IT WORKS don't go spend money on stuff that don't work i had to learn it the hard way.
May 3, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
economical, effective, easy
Cons:
None
This works. I've been using it once a day in the shower for the last 9 years. No product can eliminate all acne but I rarely get breakouts & on the rare occasion that I do, it is mild & gone within a day or so. The money back guarantee makes it a no brainer.
April 22, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
cleared some pimples
Cons:
1.)DONT BE FOOLED BY THE 19.95 OFFER! THEY ROPE YOU IN FOR TWO MORE MONTHS OF PRODUCTS WITHOUT TELLING YOU!!
2)Gave me tiny whiteheads on spots that were't an issue before
3)DRYING!!
4)The bonus green tea moisturizer is about the size of my pinky!!!
UNLESS YOU WANT TO PAY MORE THAN $60 FOR THE WHOLE SERIES OF PRODUCTS...DO NOT BUY THE SPECIAL OFFER OF $19.95!!! I HAD TO GO OUT OF MY WAY TO CANCEL AND RETURN THE OTHER TWO PACKAGES AND THEY STILL HAVE NOT REFUNDED MY MONEY.
April 22, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- Works the first day.
Cons:
- Red Skin
- Rashes
- PIMPLES don't go away!
Okay, so here is the go people, Proactiv is for people without sensitive skin. I have never had sensitive skin until i came in contact with Proactiv. It dry's out my skin, turns it red, makes rashes appear all over my face, burns, and guess what, it even gives me PIMPLES! The one thing i wanted out of my life, i got more of them, I've never had pimples so bad in my life. It isn't worth it guys, i use other products, they work better and don't leave my skin as dry and irritated, and they do not cause pimples. Not worth the money guys, not worth the time, not worth the effort. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
April 17, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
AMAZING CLEARED UP MY FACE IN A WEEK
Cons:
none
I have tried everything and this product has legit been the miracle i needed
April 11, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Everything! My skin is clearer than it has ever been! I stopped going to the dermotogist. Even the smell is nice.:)
Cons:
Skin gets dry...but I'd rather have dry skin than acne anyday!
It's a great product! I use the New Proactiv by the way. The old one seems to harsh. I recommend buying it at a kiosk! The bottles are twice as big and you don't have to pay for shipping!
April 3, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Make your skin feel clean, but not dry
Easily add into to your facial care procedure
Cons:
No Cons!!
It REALLY works!! My acne disapears like a miracle within a month. I've tried many other products but none of them is thus effective while not dry up the skin. They gave me samples -- night cream and daytime cream--both absorb very well! I'm going to change my whole skin care products into theirs. They feel natural.
March 27, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
-Prevents light pimples
-Clears up skin within first few days of use
-Keeps skin relatively clear from light to moderate acne
-I have oily skin, and Acne Free really keeps oil away
Cons:
-Does not prevent cystic acne
-I have used the "Severe" as well as the regular/white bottle systems. I have oily skin and the Severe dried out my skin and left me with flaky, scaly skin.
-The Severe system is very grainy and makeup is difficult to apply if you don't rub off the excess residue.
-The Normal skin routine (white bottles) was more gentle on my face, however the BP cream is still slightly grainy.
- My skin has become immune to the Acne Free system over the course of a couple months and now, after at least 4 months of use (I've tried to stay hopeful and stick with it), it still keeps light acne away, but does not help with black heads or cysts and I do occasionally get small zits, mostly from picking, though.
- Skin is dry all the time!
- BP is very grainy ***I took advice from the Acne.org Regimen (let your face dry for 10 minutes before applying BP and be very gentle!) and it has improved my skin over the last two weeks!
I also started using an old Murad glycolic acid spot treatment and it works wonders when used with BP!
Pros:
It works! It's not expensive. It doesn't take long to receive the product.