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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 29, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
makes your face look red and can irriate your skin
i've used proactiv for a while, then went off it, now i'm back it's working well you just have to use the right amount which is very little.
May 20, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
NONO
Cons:
Dark flaky and dry patches on skin
I will never use this cream again and i suggest those of u with sensitive skin dnt either
May 19, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Works well, face cleared up and stayed clear
Cons:
However, my hair and clothes/towels bleched.....mostly my hair from a dark brown to blond:(
Works well for many people.....head the warning though...this may blech your hair and clothes.
May 16, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Now I know proactive is not for me and not to trust evertything I see on TV
Cons:
super dry skin, irritation, burning/stinging not matter what moisturizer I put on my skin (I've tried many)
I regret using proactive. After 1 application, my face dried out like crazy and it has been like that for a few days now. Clearly the direction they provided are not very accurate and the commercial was a hoax. Terrible experience.
May 15, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it calms skin and reduces redness
Cons:
does not fix breakouts in fact it caused more breakouts for me dried my skin like no other it took me about to weeks to get it back to normal
the tv lies this stuff is NOT gold in a bottle!
May 11, 2008
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It works!! I'm really shocked to see all these reviews that say it didn't work for them. I've been using it for 4 years now and whenever I stop using it, my acne returns. I've tried other products only to have my acne consistently return! It works!!!
Cons:
The smell isn't that great and it's very thin and runny but if those characteristics are what make it take away acne so well, then I'd rather they stay the same!
I use this 4 my back & have noticed that 1 bottle lasts me 86 days, so I always order 3 at a time to save a few dollars. That's only $7.57 per month but still, I thought I could figure out how 2 save money by finding something cheaper so I stopped using it & started spraying my back with things I read about on the Internet such as apple cider vinegar or rubbing alcohol. I also tried Nature's Cure Body Acne Treatments Spray. All of these things caused my acne 2 return! I went 2 the dermatologist yesterday & since I had stopped using this product in order 2 try 2 cut costs, my back was a mess. She said she'd give me something 4 my back & I told her I have something that works & showed her the bottle & told her I wanted 2 see if she knew of anything cheaper because I didn't want 2 be addicted 2 it 4 the rest of my life since it's a little more than $21 a bottle. She told me that if this is working for me 2 keep using it because her other recommendation was a $30 a bottle product.
May 10, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-my face is not as red
-when i do get the ocasional pimple it is gone sooner
-hardly ever break out any more
Cons:
-can overdry if you forget to moisturise, but if you moisturise there is no problem
Being 13 I am very self concious of my aperance. Since commencing the use of proactive I feel that my confidence has returned. I am so glad that I tried it, it has dramatically improved my mild acne. I noticed a HUGE improvement even after 1 week of usage. The refining mask is great!
I HIGHLY RECCOMENT THEE USE OF PROACTIVE.
April 19, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- Cleared some pimples
Cons:
- Dries skin
- Only works for awhile
It took about a month to get rid of my cystic acne. Now I only get mild acne, but Proactiv doesn't seem to be working anymore(I've been using it for 2 1/2 months now). Plus, it makes my skin really dry. =(
April 18, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
well nothing really
Cons:
it didnt work:( expensive, very drying (to the point where you start getting wrinkles, and they wont give you a refund!!!:@
I went to the clinique counter after reading good reviews about it..and I really wanted to like it and I wanted it to work..but unfortunatly just like the other 100 00000 acne products I have tried, it didnt work:( I was talked into buying it and I spent like 120 dollars and the worst part is that they told me if it didnt work I would get my money back and I went there today and they wouldnt refund it!!:@ Please dont waste your money on this crappy product, Im not kidding! I HATE ACNE and now I have to find another product..I am thinking about trying the tea tree oil line at the body shop, I really hope it does..if youve had good experiences email me please:) figure_skater282@[link removed]
April 17, 2008
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It works!
Cons:
If you use it more often than recommended, you may have some sensitivity issues.
I am 31 years old and have tried EVERYTHING! I used to spend hundreds of dollars that I couldn't afford on extractions and specialty products. I have had significantly less break outs and my skin is beginning to look clearer, more even-toned. I love this product!
Pros:
it works if used correctly