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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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April 23, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
The scrub, which is their main product, didn't really clear up my acne alone. I found I still had to spot treat the few pimples I did get (and I mean few). This goes against their mantra, of not leaving product on your skin, but stubborn pimples do require it. This, for me is more prevention than treatment. BUT I LOVE THEIR SOAP!
The soap they send with your orders is wonderful. Due to some medications I take, my skin has become SUPER DRY. I use their soap as a bodywash as well....it lathers like a dream with a bath pouf, and seems to be very ph balanced for me...my skin is neither too try nor to oily. And to the person complaining about using a washcloth...I think that the washcloth is key...most products don't come off with just your hands, you have to use a washcloth. AND YOU HAVE TO USE A CLEAN WASHCLOTH EACH TIME!!! Seriously, this is no great hassle. You can buy a pack of 10 or 12 wash cloths for a few dollars. I keep a drawer in the bathroom just for washcloths, and I have hamper just for dirty washcloths. Then I wash them on HOT. The scrub for me isn't that important...for me the miracle has been the soap. I use the scrub only once or twice a week. I also use Bare Escentuals products along with my Carley's. I use the BE wash, which is actually a powder that becomes a wash when wet. I use this at night after removing my makeup (also Bare Escentuals -I've used other mineral makeup but prefer the new BE MATTE). I remove my makeup first with the Neutragena premoisted towlette things in the blue tub. These remove makeup but leave a residue. Then I use a small amount of the Carley's bar soap, then use the BE wash, rinse with cold water, pat dry. Then I use Bare Minerals lotion if my face feels dry..if not so dry I use Carley's Anti-Aging healing moisturizer. This stuff rocks, but is pricey. I spot treat any small spots with either sal acid or a small amount of BP, depending on severity of the pimple, I spot treat only when needed and only ONCE, I've found that's all that is needed. The pimple will heal on its own. Repeatedly applying that stuff just dries your skin out. If I can pop the zit, I will. (But it has to be truly poppable, otherwise hands off. I can't help it, I just find that it doesn't heal until you pop. Then treat w/ small amt of B
April 10, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked for me and has kept me clear for over two months now.Smells pretty good and seems strong enough to control the acne.
Cons:
I tried the original benzoyl peroxide formula which had me looking like a blowfish.I was allergic to it.So I tried the Salicylic Acid Formula which the gentle formula and presto.I have not had a serious outbreak in over two months.The other con is the cost.Proactiv is way overpriced.Plus you can't buy separate items as you run out.With the Salicylic Formula you HAVE to buy the kit which is about $55.00.Sucks!
I have heard that a lot of people can't use Proactiv.But they may be using a version of the formula that is too strong for them.IF you can afford it, try the Salicylic Formula.It might work.It did for me.
March 8, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
All natural, did not irritate my skin, exfoliated well
Cons:
Did not improve my acne very much if at all, i think i got more clogged pores because of this
I have tried so many different things it would be impossible to list them all..and im only 15. Some things have cleared up my skin, but not completely, so i will switch to something else..breaking me out again and starting my search again. This product though did not work all that well for me. I used about 3/4 of the bottle with barely any results. This could be because of all of the other products i have used.. but idk. I do think it is worth a shot for you since so many people have had success. Oh and take note i am a teen but didnt use the teen formula..maybe that is why.
March 2, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
All natural - the first product that has WORKED for me (in 40 years)! Reasonably priced, great service, nice to get the 'soap' with the 'cleanser'.
Cons:
Cleanser stains the face cloth (if you don't use white...included in the instructions). Wish they sold travel sizes
I was desperately searching for something to solve my near cystic acne problem before I got married and found this on eBay - read the product reviews and took a chance. (I have tried alot of other things). I have now been using this product for 4 years and LOVE it! Great advice that worked for me - use a clean cloth everyday with this product and use mineral based make up products only. Wouldn't use anything else now.
February 2, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Made skin feel nice and smooth, didn't dry face out too much
Cons:
Stopped working after about a month of use. Acne came back and just kept getting worse.
I was very excited with this system after it cleared my face up after a couple weeks of use, but within a few weeks all my acne was back. I kept using this system for a few months and it never improved my acne.
February 2, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
Make face red, caused more acne. Small bottles
The bottom line is this product is meant for people with very bad acne and oily skin. I had moderate acne and when i used it, it just made me breakout worse. I used it for about a month because i know it will get worse before it got better, it just made me worse.
January 25, 2010
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
gets rid of acne and prevents it with regular use.
Cons:
extremely irritating. made my skin embarrassing red, dry, swollen and super itchy. my skin was so dry around my jaw it would hurt when i'd open my mouth, laugh, or eat.
don't use this product all over your face. just use it as a spot treatment.
January 15, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works for some people. Pretty package .
Cons:
HOW DARE THEY TO CLAIM IT RISK FREE?
I understand how this product works for many, but I've met many others who truely hate this product. I'm sorry for being a negative nancy. BUT this product ruined my life. It ruined my skin i cried every night because before i had light acne/pimples and this product made my face swollen and dry it made my skin crack my pillow was stained every morning, my sister who didn't see me for just 2 month, cried when she saw my face. I was stupid enogh to use it for entire month , because everyone kept telling me
"oh it's taking it all out" and it took month to recover my skin, but the scars will never go away. Also it matters where you get your product. I ordered it directly from their web page. they charged me twice, and sent me another set without my permission. i sent 2nd pack back and got refund (without shipment). If I had any money I would sue This company so bad. I know it made many of you happy and I'm sorry, but this shouldn't be marked "risk free"... I never cared about how i look like and i wish i never took friend's advise to use it, I myself didn't care much for my little pimples. Now I'm forever self-conscious .
January 5, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I used the Acnefree Severe System.After a month it made my skin smooth and the scars from my previous acne were eventually going away.
Cons:
The first 3 weeks for me was really bad because my skin was red, flaky, and new bumps kept appearing.
I would definetly recommend it to anyone who has severe or moderate acne because you can really see the results if you persistently use it twice a day with following the steps.New bumps may appear while your using it but it doesn't mean it's not working because really, your skin is adjusting to the medication.Mine took almost 2 months to become clear and 2-3 months is typically how long it takes for any acne products to give you visibly clear results.
December 30, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-feels good
-eventually works
Cons:
-STOPS working after a certain amount of time and makes it WORSE
-expensive
-its embarrassing to admit you bought into the product
PLEASE please do not get started on this product. I started with just mild acne, which cleared from the product after 8 months, but after 4 months of clearing it made my skin much MUCH worse. Just dont get started on it. Seriously.
Pros:
Excellent Customer Service.
Well priced, especially for the amount of product. Gives TONS of freebies to share with friends.