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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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March 8, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Bar)
Cons:
Extremely drying, has made my skin itchy. smells bizarre
I have been using this product for two weeks so far and so far it seems to have irritated my body acne more than eliminate it. Going to use it for another week to see if there is any improvement.
March 3, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It usually disappears acne right away. Very simple and with the 3step formula, you can choose what you feel like using.
Cons:
It smells like rotten eggs.
It's gross to put on without foam makeup rounds, and boys would have embarassment problems going to a store and buying them.
It's okay, but I'd prefer if it didn't smell bad. If you use it, put it on before going to bed-your blanket doesn't care if your face smells like rotten eggs(although your spouse might). Wash your face in the morning and don't put it on in the morning.
March 2, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The cleanser felt real nice on my skin.
Cons:
pricey!. didn't think it was worth the money..
It didn't work on my face at all! i have super sensitive skin. I could'nt get through at least 1 week before my skin started burning and my face had begun to feel like it was striped down and it was very itchy. I had to put my face in cold water to make the burning and itching sensation go away. I retried the product months later but i recieved the same results . so i will neer use this product again.
February 25, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Keeps skin soft and clear
Cons:
The lotion will bleach your towels and pillowcases
I've been using this product for nearly two years, and it works great for me. My skin does get extra dry every so often, but I just put on an additional, non-medicated moisturizer. I don't go through it nearly as quickly as "recommended" because I only use it once a day.
February 18, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Has a nice fragrance
Cons:
Makes your face feel dry and wrinkled
Very expensive
I used proactiv for two complete months but didn't find any noticeable changes in my blemishes. I then switched over to Clear Pores and was astonished by its results in just three weeks time. Proactiv sucks! Thanks Clear Pores.
February 18, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-reduced oil in my T-Zone and makes my skin silky smooth
-evens out my skin tone VERY well
-was easy to incorporate in my morning/night routines
Cons:
-expensive
-ABSOLUTELY CANNOT SKIP A CLEANSING. MUST BE DONE EVERY MORNING AND NIGHT.
The bottom line is this: ProActiv does work. It's just not the "miracle cure" that the infomercials make it out to be. I'm African American and it is EXTREMELY hard to find products that agree with my skin tone and help reduce scarring and ProActiv has evened out my skin tone almost perfectly; i just have a few dark blemishes that'll probably never go away.
I can run my fingers over my face and its smooth and soft for the first time in like 3 years! I went from having between 5-10 pimples on my face at a time and now (ive been using ProActive for 4.5 weeks) I have one pimple on my chin.
I was SUPER SKEPTICAL about using this product but I was desperate... but here I am a month later and I'm no longer embarassed if my boyfriend touches my face because it feels smooth. :-)
February 17, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
meh
Cons:
meh
the first time i used it, it cleared me up pretty well, but i had very few pimples back then. The second time, it did not work at all. I saw no results. But it did not cause any redness or drying for me, it was very gentle on my skin.
It will work if you have few small pimples, if you have big cysts and areas of redness... it won't.
Use only if you have mild acne, for moderate-severe, please go to a derm.
February 13, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
i have used this proactive for bout a year
and it took a while but i did see results .skin was sometimes burn from the toner.love the exfoliate and the repairing lotion.my skin looked brighter and the acne got smaller but didnt go away completley
Cons:
acne is mostly on my cheeks and forehead very oily skin i notice the acnebumps got smaller but did not go away and as soon as i stopped they were back again .
its only good while your using its a quick fix for the momemt too much money and bottles too small for the price .would like to find something that will cure it altogether .not keep coming back and get rid of dark spots on my cheeks
February 9, 2008
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
Nothing
Cons:
- Dried out my skin
- My skin began to peel
- Burned my skin
Not worth it. I was on this stuff for 3 years.
February 6, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-cleared up problem areas and alot of the rough spots.
-Prevented and reduced breakouts by alot
-pimples go away twice as fast and come back less and less.
Cons:
-using all 3 products dried my face out alot, so i stopped using the toner. I'll use it ever now and then on my t-zone, but the cleanser and lotion are usually enough.
It works pretty well for me. It makes my face feel fresh and clean.
Pros:
None so far