Benzoyl Peroxide
Topical Antibacterial
Reviews
3.5
20781 Reviews
Benzoyl Peroxide
Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
54%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Note: Benzoyl peroxide clears the skin completely when applied correctly.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Topical Antibacterial
Side Effects
Low-Medium
Benzoyl Peroxide
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.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Topical Antibacterial
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July 7, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

Did not dry my skin out

Cons:

Did not work
Made blemish even redder
Does not help hormonal acne

I think I have hormonal acne and this did nothing for it. It was a fine face wash but did not clear up my skin, in fact it seemed to make it worse.
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April 12, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Makes my skin feel softer.

Cons:

When I first got it I thought the bottle would be bigger, so that was a little misleading and then I started using it. I do have VERY sensitve skin but my face felt like it does when you get a really bad sunburn. Especially when I get hot and sweat. Plus my husband doesnt care for the smell so when he went to kiss me he would cringe.

Im still giving it a try at least for another week and if I dont notice anything then Im going to give it to my mom, maybe she will like it.
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April 3, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

Has a sort've clean feeling

Cons:

imeediately stopped using it because it started to dry out my skin and now i have dryer skin than ever!

would NOT reccomend it though it may work for others not sure. but on my case it was not working out.
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February 23, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Cons:

okay i have been useing it for 2 months and i still have breakouts...it worked 4 like maybe 2 weeks so my sister asked dose it work i said yes and it worked 4 her her skin is nice and clear but it did not work 4 me i am still useing it intill i find a diff one to use do u got and ideas

didn't work 4 me
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February 17, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)

Pros:

Very gentle on skin.

Cons:

Doesn't work too good, not anywhere near as effective as the Clean & Clear advantage spot treatment. Also leaves, crusty white residue on face when dried.

This product would be suitable for people who suffer from very light acne and/or have delicate skin.
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January 4, 2010
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)

Pros:

NONE.

Cons:

Didn't work. Left me with more breakouts than before.

This stuff is an expensive piece of crap. It does not work. It caused more zits (for me).
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December 19, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

NONE.

Cons:

EVERYTHING.

It made me break out horribly, made my skin dry, itchy, and flaky and it didn't work at all. I will never ever recommend this to anyone.
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December 16, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

i love it... i have only used for days and already my skin looks and feels better

Cons:

none

bottom line is people DO NOT use it correctly so its not proactive its YOU!!!!!! it will not dry your skin out unless you misuse it or dont follow directions about not using certain parts if you do dry out.. its one of the number one selling acne products so it must do something great...btw if you want to have nice skin no matter what product you use you will have to stay on it or your skin will break out.. research it i have because im a nursing major.. i used clinque and i broke when i didnt use it....you just have to find what works for you
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November 4, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)

Pros:

Dont use on FACE!!! as soon as u put it on it make pimples worse.

Cons:

Terrible face wash

I put it on my face and a minute later my pimples were bright red!
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October 16, 2009
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Gel)

Pros:

Acctully Its The 1st Medicne That WOrks On Me

will Clean About 80% Acne

Cons:

Keep It On YOur Face ABout 15 Minutes Then Wash your Face

Keep It On YOur Face ABout 15 Minutes Then Wash your Face Dont You Ever Leave Any Cream On Your Face When You Use Any Cream Then Always Wash Your Face.
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