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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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March 27, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Cons:
I had an allergic reaction to. My face is red, puffy, and itchy.
It works, but if you're allergic to it, it'll make your face feel awful for a day.
March 19, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Nothing
Cons:
very dangerous. i just used it and i got burn/ rash around my eyes and it is very uncomfortable. BE AWARE IT HAS BLEACH...very bad for your skin.
dont use it. it's not safe
March 11, 2008
Pros:
~works so much better than Proactiv! much less irritating cleanser, didn't leave my skin red
~within 2 days I noticed much clearer/smoother skin!
Cons:
DEFINITELY use another moisturizer! especially with the night cream, its very drying. I use Aveeno skin relief moisturizing lotion with menthol, its actually not a meant as a face lotion but I've found its very soothing and doesn't clog pores! :]
I used Proactiv for a couple years and got pretty good results but decided to stop and see what happened. BIG MISTAKE. I broke out worse than ever. I tried this product and within days saw better results than anything I've tried so far. It's been about a week and I'm still battling a couple of old pimples but for the most part everything is clearing up One thing I've learned is to never let your skin get dry and irritated, it will lead to more breakouts, so when I use the night cream I let it set and then add another moisturizer that keeps your skin so much healthier :] Helped so much with my very oily skin, I've never noticed a product reducing oil and shine as much as this one
So far, so good!
February 18, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Good price for what you get, it cleared up my skin in DAYS, haven't used it for too long so I don't know whether my skin will get "immune." My skin is not drying out, pores are smaller, scars I've had for months decreased the very 1st time I used it!
Cons:
? None yet!
I am getting married in July and finally decided to seriously attack my acne problem. In the past, I have tried all the creams/pills that dermatolgists prescribe; I paid hundreds of dollars on stuff that didn't work. I even switched birth control pills and gained 3 pounds in an attempt to decrease the hormones that cause acne(men: you are lucky you don't have to worry about that !!). I was 2 weeks away from beginning an Accutane regimen with my Dermatologist. Something tells me that for my relatively mild case of acne, she would get a "kickback" from the pharmaceutical companies for signing me up; that is how pushy she was that I try Accutane(even though it would cause me to have to abort a child if I should become pregnant! Who wants those chemicals in their body if it isn't completely necessary??) My suggestion: try Proactiv, what can you lose? If you hate it, stop immediately and try something else.
February 18, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It clears up your face, if you use it everyday.
Cons:
really drys OUT my skin . & whenever i used it the BP would leave white marks on my skin..
I've used it for 4 months. kepts me pretty clear, but so DRY . and the acne always came back if i ever stopped using it.
January 11, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Extremely effective, would recommend to anyone suffering from acne!!
Cons:
The exfoliation level can be drying, just apply an oil free moisturizer on top and you will be fine!
I have spent thousands and thousands of dollars on numerous acne systems. This is the one that has worked best for me and anyone I've recommended it to. It's funny how people say that they have used this for a year, seeing as how it has only been available for about 5 months. I would know, I work for Clinique.
November 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The product works well. I enjoyed clear skin for eight months.
Cons:
The effects of the product appear to wane after several months of encouraging results. In addition, proactive isn't reliable for me during hot or humid periods.
Proactive is a better than decent acne fighting program, but it's expensive and does not produce perfect results. Experiment with other products before you purchase this one.
October 25, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
it cleanse your face but it does nothing else. it didn't work for my acnes
Cons:
i would recommend anyone to not use it, it is too expensive and it doesn't work at all
it doesn't work at all. i have been using it for two years and it didn't help at all.
September 22, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Skin feels nice afterwards.
Cons:
Didn't work for me. Broke out worse when I first started using it and never really got better. Also, very expensive for what you're getting.
It's really too expensive and, in my opinion, is not better than any cheap supermarket brand that I've used.
September 10, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Works fast (3 days!!)
Cons:
Dries up my skin really bad.
This product is definately not for sensitive skin. I have a combination oily/dry skin, and I put some on my oily areas (T-zone) and it really controls the shine.
Pros:
It started working immediately, much faster than Proactive. I noticed a difference the morning after I started.