Benzoyl Peroxide
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Benzoyl peroxide is a topical treatment that kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin, helping to keep pores unclogged.

It is usually applied once or twice a day to the acne-affected area. You should see results quickly, but sometimes it takes 4 to 6 weeks of treatment to become apparent.

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June 3, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)

Pros:

Clears up acne extremely quickly and leaves your skin feeling fresh, not all alcohol-ish like proactive.

Cons:

Dries out skin a little bit...but it seems to work better thn any other expensive face washes...and trust me...ive tried all of them.

It works great for me, but everyones acne is different. I'd suggest trying this and seeeing if it works for you...its worth a shot on a good product!
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June 3, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

NONE

Cons:

LEAVE SKIN FLAKY
MAKES ME BREAK OUT MORE

DONT WAIST YOUR MONEY ON IT!!! Ive had some acne for some time now and I decided to give this product a try. After using this for about a month I broke out even more in to bigger pimples. ive never had pipples as big as i do now.
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May 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

easy to use, and worked for the first few months

Cons:

smells like old people, leaves scars, and will slowly make your skin immune to benzoyl peroxide

The Proactiv System worked amazingly for me in the first few weeks. I noticed fewer bumps and the redness seemed to go away. After a few months though, my skin built an immunity to the light build of the treatment and it stopped working around the 4th or 5th month. This eventually lead to it making my acne much, much worse in the end.
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May 21, 2009
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)

Pros:

IT REALLY DOES WORK

Cons:

STINGS A LITTLE

AFTER SPENDING HUNDREDS OF POUNDS ON SKIN CLEARING CREAMS, EXFOLIATORS AND FACE WASHES I BOUGHT THIS 2 DAYS AGO FOR £3.80 AND THE RESULTS ARE AMAZING THIS IS AFTER 3 YEARS OF MILD ADULT ACNE. THE BEST CREAM EVER.
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May 13, 2009
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)

Pros:

Took inflammation away and within hours of using,the spots decreased in size and started to dry out.

Cons:

cant complain.

It works.
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May 8, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Seems to work on surface conditions.

Cons:

Does not work deep into the skin.

My concern involves Proactiv's business practices. My daughter bought Proactiv Solutions and arranged to return her third purchase (got a Return Authorization Number), I mailed it back and they continued to invoice the full amount. I called and finally got them to agree the product had been returned under the RA, but they claimed it was returned late. The late charges and restocking fee exactly equalled the original invoice amount which I told them was ridiculous and would not be paid, so she was turned over for collections. Whether the products are good, bad or whatever, this is not a company I would recommend anyone to do business with.
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May 1, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

Cleans up acne a little

Cons:

does not prevent breakouts, make skin dry and itchy

i don't know if proactive works better, but acne free is for people who aren't patient enough to wait it out. IT doesn't block breakouts, and it makes my skin flake, which doesn't look right. Overall, i only recommend it if you are deperate.
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April 22, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

Cleanses

Cons:

irritates skin, worsens acne, feels to thick (cleanser), smells like medicine

I used this hoping it would clear my acne, but the exfoliation was too abrasive, especially for daily use. More acne is not worth $7.
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April 10, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

- Easy to use
- Smells nice

Cons:

- Doesn't prevent acne (made it worse)
- Dries out your skin

This stuff cost a lot and made my skin worse. I used it for at least four months and i've never had that many pimples in my life! I've switched back to Nivea and now my skin is finally going back to normal. All I have to say is WHAT A RIP OFF!
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April 6, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

the cleanser alone works well by itself

Cons:

Ruined my skin now I have red spots all over my jawline and I can't get rid of them

don't pay money for worse skin besides its extremely expensive
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Finding a Doctor

The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
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Finding a Doctor

Only a select few plastic surgeons specialize in acne scar revision surgery. Be certain to find a provider who specializes in acne scar repair and who is passionate and experienced in this area.

Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

  • Are you board certified? Be certain that they are board certified.
  • How long have you been performing these procedures? Normally, the more experience the better, however, some younger surgeons may be more on top of the latest procedures.
  • Can I speak to some of your other patients? Ask for references for several patients who had similar scarring and speak to them about the process and their satisfaction with results.

Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
  • Your gut tells you "no": Trust your gut. If you just don't feel that the doctor is the right fit, trust that and move on. On the other hand, if you feel they are the perfect specialist for you, trust that feeling.
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