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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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October 20, 2016
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Im still getting new pimples
Benzac dried pimples but im still getting new pimples:(
I got hormonal csytc acne and it doesnt help to prevent it.
April 19, 2015
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
No!
Guys, it's been proven that you only need 2.5% benzoyl peroxide. Don't order this, the ordering system is funky and the product has an unnecessary amount of medicine. That much can make your face red amongst other things even though it will clear up your skin.
July 31, 2015
I wish I had seen this comment before using it. My face is permanently red now and absolutely destroyed.
October 7, 2014
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
Overpriced and ineffective
My son has been on this product for months and his skin has actually gotten worse. I understand that sometimes this happens before things get better, unfortunately his situation got worse and stayed that way. All Guthy-Renker products that I have used are overpriced and ineffective. I will never purchase another product associated with this brand. I'm only sorry so much of our hard earned money has been wasted on junk.
August 9, 2014
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
rip off
Directions say to use twice [x2] daily and yet a 30 day supply = 2.5 ounces???
I did the math, you would only use 1.2 milliliters per usage to last that long (that's about 1/5 of a table spoon) - impossible to clean a whole face with 1.2 ml and Proactiv knows it.
April 9, 2013
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Cons:
none at all
1. rub benzac face wash into affected area and leave for 30 seconds
2.wash of with wet facecloth
3. pat your face dry with a clean towel
4.moisturize face preferably with an oil free moisturizer
5.rub benzac cream into affected areas
(6. put makeup on)
voila no dry face. these steps work. don't do step 6 if night time (:
May 12, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
THE WORST SERVICE FROM ANY COMPANY. FAILURE PRODUCT.
Do not get sucked into this product or any introduction rates they may offer. I never received any package from them yet the charged my credit and continued to charge me for continuous service. They have no customer service. All the bad reviews for proactiv are true and deserved.
March 5, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
The closest thing to a cure that i've used. I'm 34 and have had acne since i was a teen. I have tried every OTC medicine. Nothing compares to this.
Cons:
None, just be sure to use white towels when drying off or they will discolor
Buy this product. I took about 3 weeks before it started to work. But I was using another product and it does state that it cn take that long to work if yu have been using other products.
January 8, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I love this! It makes my skin feel great. It does not dry it out like most others out there. It works on body acne just as well and not as complicated as other products. Over the last week my acne has stopped forming and is already starting to go away!
Cons:
Smells Odd, but you get used to it.
This is great. I have used for long periods in the past and always have great results. The bottle will easily last for a couple of months even when using on your body. Definitely worth the cost!
December 22, 2010
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
- Works really fast, and well!
- If applied correctly heals skin fast
- In conjunction with "Differin Cream" a excellent solution
Cons:
- Can leave a white residue when dried after application
- Can irritate sensitive skin (less when moisturised a bit before application) but does subside
I use PanOxyl cream for about two weeks now, it really helped reduce inflammation on my skin and it helped with smoothing the surface. Works really well when used with Differin Cream, the Diffiren is applied at night, wil clean pores form deep down, but unfortunately makes ugly relatively large spots as it's clearing the pore from deep down, the PanOxyl is the excellent in healing the spot and preventing new spots form forming. I apply in the morning after washing, and reapply on the larger spots about 4 hours later, it works really well for me
July 13, 2010
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
One more thing! A good moisturiser is a necessity for me too, it is quite drying.
Pros:
gets rid of acne, duuuh