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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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December 30, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
made my face feel like it was on fire, was flaming red with irritation, made it more dry, and made my acne worse, too expensive
NOT A GOOD PRODUCT AT ALL!!! Dont get proactiv!! All it will do is make your acne worse and make your face feel bad. BAD FOR YOUR SKIN. DONT GET TRICKED BY ALL THEIR CELEBRITY ENDORSEMENT!!
December 27, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-worked; cleared up majority of acne in a month
-easy to rinse off and to use
Cons:
-expensive for the quantity of product
-order by phone/online
Product worked for 13 yr old son. Suspect expensive because of commercials promoting product. Free s/h on its website now. Read reviews online that there're other acne products equally effective. Haven't tried Daniel's promoted by this site yet but it looks to have better value.
December 22, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It seemed, at first, like it was working but after about a week it became extremely drying and made my skin red and irritated.
Cons:
Makes acne worse, makes your skin super dry, red and irritated.
They have good marketing.
November 25, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Dries out and clears acne fast!!
Cons:
Redness and flaking, definetly need a good mosituriser
This is amazing stuff!! It works so fast at clearing up spots and acne. Certainly does dry the skin so moisturiser is a must but a small price to pay to clear zits. I have tried many and never found a more effective cream. It was quite expensive here in New Zealand, around $26 for the tube. TRY THIS!!! :-)
November 24, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
I use the cream cleanser not the bar soap. I use it without a wash cloth or shower gloves so it's not so harsh on my skin and dry it out. This is a WONDERFUL product recommended by my derm. Runs 10.99 for cream cleanser and 11.99 for can acne
Cons:
Acne foam is great but seems to stop coming out of the can when it's half way empty( stops squirting out).I've had this problem with 4 cans already but the product works so very well I just buy a new can.
Buy this product !!! It's better than proactive or any prescription acne product I've ever used. If you struggle with acne this is great. Just use a light moisturizing lotion like Cetaphil.
November 14, 2009
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
It freaken dried them pimples out that i even started feeling sorry for them..lol Great product
Cons:
Like i said it dries...and i mean DRIES!! i use the 5% wash and 5% gel..my skin feels like a dehydrated man in the desert.
I love this product I'v seen wonderful results after starting to use it only 5 day's ago....Iv been shopping aroung and tried almost all products that "are supposed to work" but simply it does not i'v been a great fan of clearasil ultra,but i decided i dont want a product that keeps the pimples under control i want a product that gets rid of the as in totally...i got so deppressed after looking in the mirror once...so i stole my mom's car and the medical aid card and bought Benzac and i dont regret it ....I am already rid of all my bigger pimples but the smaller one's tend to take a little longer to clear up.
November 11, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared up my skin 100% in just a few days! I LOVE PROACTIV! I still have it, but I dont really use it a lot because its been 3 months since I used it. Now my face is clear :)!
Cons:
Kind of expensive, but that does NOT effect the product itself.
I love it
October 29, 2009
Pros:
This really doesn't have a great consistency for the regimen. Easy to spread and apply.
Cons:
I'd said Proactiv is pricey, but I can't complain about that since I had three months worth given to me by a friend.
I think it's better than plain BP if you can get your hands on it alone, since BP is going to be drying at least at first. So it offers a little more moisture, even my oily skin needs the extra moisture. Not to mention, it's oil-free. I'm glad to have three months supply of this stuff so I can use it instead of just plain BP. Of course this lotion is going to be drying as others stated, but that's because it's BP! haha. But like I said, it's nice to have around if you have it because it's a moisturizer too. Although, I cleanse, use Proactiv Repairing Lotion, and I still use a dry skin lotion after this.. and I have EXTREMELY oily skin, but BP dries me out. So never underestimate the power of moisture when you're using BP.
October 29, 2009
Pros:
Dries up acne FAST- In just one treatment!!!!!!
Cons:
Some bumps need more than one treatment and you have to keep using it until the underlying problem is resolved.
It works, but its not majic.
October 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
made my face look WAY better, pimples gone
Cons:
takes alot of time to do all the steps ($80 one)
I would DEFINATELY buy it, u will not regret it!!!!!
Pros:
none