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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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August 27, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
It can work out expensive if you use all the products that you will need!it can dry your skin out after prolonged use,i found cutting down to once a day usage for the repairing lotion & toner helped stop this,i only used the cleanser & a moisturiser
I found that proactiv worked the best in clearing away all signs of acne and blackheads that I did suffer from on the odd occasion. It takes time to work its not an overnight cure, I did find that after continued use it did begin to dry my skin a little. I stopped this by cutting down to once a day use for the toner and the repairing lotion, at night rather than in the morning after all I'm not getting dirty whilst I'm sleeping!
August 25, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Clears up acne well, and quickly. Used consistently, I experienced a significant reduction in my overall acne. It even tackled my extreme cysts and horrible breakouts!
Cons:
It does not do well to prevent future breakouts. I end up breaking out even when using the system, and then the new zits clear up quickly. It makes your skin VERY dry, especially with the alcohol in Step 2.
While I have been using the AcneFree system, I still have a small amount of acne, but overall it does its job well. It does not take care of everything, and while i still have residual acne and breakouts on occasion, this system works satisfactorily for me. It does make your skin VERY, very dry, with the alcohol-based scrub twice daily, but using a moisturizer helps a lot with that. I would recommend this as a good starting place for anyone stepping up to a "system" type treatment over just using benzyl peroxide by itself, but there are better treatments out there if you want to pay more or spend more time taking care of your acne. Its very easy to buy and use, at $20 for a box and informative instructions.
August 25, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it works well for me at first...my skin actually looks glowing.
Cons:
once you think its working its stops. i now have little pimples along the sides of forehead, cheeks, and forehead. everywhere, which btw i never broke out badly in those areas before. so i guess my skin became immune to this product.
i really it would work for me, cause i wasted so much money on it. do't know what i will use now. my skin feels very dry now, and its not even winter.
August 24, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Brightend my skin alittle.
Cons:
I didnt really have bad acne when i started using the product. just a couple pimples i wanted to get rid of. As i started, the pimples i had didnt go away and i began to get more. SERIOUSLY, especially around my mouth. bad acne.
Proactive gave me acne. Everytime i used it i felt like i was hurting my skin. too harsh for my taste. celebritys who endorse this product really dissapoint me. It didnt work for me at all. ive stopped using it and im in the process of getting my money back.
August 22, 2008
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It works really well
Cons:
Burns a little the first few tmies that I tryed it but stops after the first few time
I love it and now I'm running out and forgot where i got it at
Does anyone no where I can get more
August 16, 2008
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
works resnobly well, quite cheap
Cons:
changed the coulour of my skin, but kindof ina good way, look tanned and it stains cloths towels ect
why not try it ?, it wasn't as amazing for me as i thought, but i think it helps
August 15, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
made my face very oily, left big red marks, and made my acne much worse.
don't try it
August 14, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Clears giant, annoying pimples quick! Extremely effective when used as spot treatment! Cheap and a fantastic investment!
Cons:
None!
I have tried numerous products and this is the ONLY over the counter that has worked for me. If you are frustrated with products that just don't work, I highly recommend giving this a shot! :)
August 14, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Clears acne fast
Cons:
Leaves brown spots for 2-3 days where acne was
Best product for acne I have used!
August 12, 2008
Product used: Equate (Medicated Acne Gel)
Pros:
Works really well. I tried Neutrogena to Pro-Active and none of those treatments worked for me. I wasted hundreds of dollars and Equate is inexpensive and dependable. It helped clear up my acne and get rid of scars too! It works fast!
Cons:
Does act like bleach. Be careful with clothes and bedding! It dries my skin too so to help prevent that I put lotion on before applying the medication and it helps keep my skin moist!
If you need a cheap,effective treatment for acne. I would definately recommend this.
Pros:
didn't have that much acne, but I did have alot of blackheads on and around my nose. Proactiv definently helped get rid of these. And what little acne i did get around my chin has never returned, since i began using this product. It takes time!