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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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November 19, 2007
Product used: Brevoxyl-4 (Benzoyl Peroxide (4%) Cream)
Cons:
This product started off good for me (some clearing but not complete, a reduction in spot size), but after using the product for about 6 weeks now i can reveal that im back to my original spotty state when i first started the regimen ..Gutted
It was working hard on my spot all be it very slowly. Ultimately after 6 weeks now i would have expected to see much better results (had better skin about a week ago, now massive breakout) considering i was dedicated to the application. Also, the product is quite expensive at least a fiver a go. Doesnt last a long time, especially with Dan's suggested amounts. Takes ages to apply into the skin, applications could take upto 10 to 15 mins!! Overall i think its average, i think i may have paid the price of having a binge alcohol session at the weekend but personally, for 6 weeks use, i expected a clearer face (ive had less spots using no treatments!!)
November 18, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears some acne.
Gives you a nice texture to your skin.
Cons:
It cleared up all my none inflamed acne, but my not large cystic pimples. Seems like the "finely milled" benzoyl peroxide wasnt fine enough to go through my skin It began to work for like the first 2 months but it went completely downhill from there.
Okay, product. Not worth the money. And I completely wasted mine buying it.
November 15, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Cheap.
Cons:
Stopped working after 2 weeks.
This sort of worked for about 2 weeks and then my face got way worse. I was covered in whiteheads and small bumps. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this to anyone.
November 11, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Overall reduction of large pimples. Definitely prevents new areas of acne from developing. Leaves my skin feeling and looking clean.
Cons:
Does not work within two weeks like the box says. Still have acne after two and a half months. Some days, I'll wake up and my acne will be almost gone. The next day, it's back! The bottles crack.
Has reduced the severity of my acne, but has not cleared my skin or reduced the size of my pores. I probably would not buy it again, but I'm still going to keep using it until it runs out because I think it may work!
October 31, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
cleared my skin up extremely well. no more big patches of pimples, comedones etc. skin feels much smoother and less oily
Cons:
slight burning sensation when applying toner/repairing lotion. when wiping my face with the toner, the cotton pad somehow always comes up brown/grey.
perhaps this product works better in equatorial areas where its much more humid and oily skin is more the norm than dry skin. if skin is initially oily and it starts drying out, u don't really have a problem with it, because the level of oils was high in the first place. the only problem is with the toner. my mum feels its peeling off my skin when i wipe it with the cotton pad, explaining the brown/grey that comes up after use. still get pimples though, but it seems it's better overall.
October 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it feels good to use when your washing your face..
Cons:
IT MADE ME RED!!!!!!!! AND ITCHY!!!
DO NOT use this product if you have sensitive skin or are allergic to benzoyl peroxide, you should only use a very tiny amount the first time, and don't use the "repairing lotion", or at least not on day 1.
October 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared my face up within days. My face stays clear, and I don't need to worry about acne anymore
Cons:
cant think of any
JUST BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 26, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
very affordable, works fast.
Cons:
no info about risks during pregnancy on label.
This is my third day using this product since I was 15. I don't remember what the results were at that time, but I probably didn't use it consistently. This time, I just picked it up from KMart, and I could notice a difference in my complexion overnight! I've struggled with moderate acne since middle school, but since I've been pregnant it's gotten a lot worse. I've had to do a lot of research about dangers from this product to my baby, but from what I can tell, it is safe because it's mostly benzoyl peroxide (I skip the spot treatment because it is salicylic acid). Anyway, every morning my face looks better and better. My acne is clearing up and the scars and zits I've had are less red and noticeable. My husband can see the difference tooI can't wait to show my family how clear my skin is when the holidays come; I think they will be surprised. It's so neat to feel prettier and more confident everyday as my skin gets better.
October 24, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
none really
Cons:
too overdrying, doesn't exfoliate my skin enough
Bought this b/c it was one of the few products who still use benzoyl-peroxide, but it didn't help at all, and I've been waiting for more than a month now, although I've been only using the first step
October 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
You do not have to worry about re-order. They just dend it to you and bill your card.
Cons:
It does not work. I have consistently had acne since I started it 5 months ago. And my acne is worse than it was when I started. I used to have a few small blemishes. Now I get these HUGE Marks on my face.
I HATE IT!
Pros:
Unscented and easy to apply to skin although takes a while to sink in using large doses. Did not really make my skin red when first starting using it.