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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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January 27, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Proactive is a very harsh product that dries out your skin, and I was told to discontinue use of this product by multiple dermatologists because it's only meant for very oily skin, or those with severe acne. Their customer service is the WORST that I have experienced, they supposedly shipped me a kit, but I NEVER received it, and they still charged me $50....for something I never even got.
EXTREMELY RUDE! Basically told me that they didn't care that I didn't get the product, and to pay them anyways. Not what I consider good business, and definitely not what I consider a good product!
January 26, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Clears up acne fast, dries clear, great for an overnight treatment or spread thin during the day
Cons:
Do not apply too much, keep moisturizer on hand, bleaches towels, probably not for sensitive skin
This is the ONLY stuff that has ever worked for me! I use it as a spot and sometimes all-over treatment. I do add moisturizer on top if I spread it all over my face, though. Pro or con: It does lighten skin, which I like, because I do get dark acne scars sometimes. This keeps my skin completely clear and when I run out it goes up to moderate.
January 15, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I have been using this product for about 2 years. Works fine for me. Like anyone with this skin problem some rare times come up and I have an episode.
Cons:
Wish it would have been around before I went to Accutane. What a total failure that was for me.
Been dealing with Acne since I was a Teen, now I am 60. Tried the Accutane...just scarred me worse. Tried many other WONDER treatments. Never had much luck. Out of all things tried. Carley's has worked better than anything for the past two years. I will keep buying and I would suggest it to anyone. Give it a try.
January 11, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-reduces incidence of cystic acne
Cons:
-only maintained the breakouts already on my face and did not clear my skin
-made my face turn very red
-did nothing for pores or blackheads
-you cannot wear make-up over system because it leaves skin feeling "oily" and makeup will melt right off
-TOO EXPENSIVE and does not offer results advertised
-"bait and switch" offer says you will get system for $19.95 which turns into one payment for that price and then they charge you $29.95 a month later
-Toner bleached my pillow c
Do not buy into the marketing of this product. I used Proactiv consistently for about a year until it became apparent that the product was doing nothing for me. Initially your skin does look better, but after the first month there are no other "results" to be seen. It's a waste of time and money to use this product and you're better off going to a dermatologist and trying something there because this is certainly not the miracle acne treatment they pretend it is. Furthermore, they make it so you run out of the toner way before anything else and the shipments come way too soon. Billing is also electronic and it pulls money out of your account automatically if you enter a credit card number, and the only way you can stop that is to call and cancel your subscription. Save yourself the time and energy and do not buy this product.
January 5, 2010
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Clears up initial spots and gets rid of new spots quickly.
Also very cheap and a tube lasts for ages.
Cons:
Redness and dry skin for ages
Been using this for about 3 months, like a lot of others I had tried SO many treatments ranging from a 3 day fast (bs) to countless creams etc. I started with the 10% one which may not of been the best idea, however it did get rid of a big lump of sticking out spots on my face and turned the whole area into a spot free but red mess. Granted, I prefer redness to spots but still it's not brilliant. 3 months down the line I have no real sticky out spots but I do have some red spot marks (scars?) still on my face that have been there for ages, not the end of the world but I'm still not 100% clear.
I still have bad dry skin problems, I have to carry round moisturizer with me everywhere I go, not too much of an inconvenience but not perfect. I would reccomend this product, it's the only one that worked on me and has cleared up my skin fairly well, I am a lot happier now compared to before. Still prepare for flaky dry skin! Also for the people that have reactions and cry about it on here, read the instructions on the packet, it clearly says to test a small dab behind your ear overnight before applying it too your face.
December 31, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
it actually works and its not that expensive, one bottle lasts for about 2 monthes
Cons:
face is a little bit red after i use it, but then it clears up and my face is pimple free!!
its one of the acne washes that actually works and is generally inexpensive. Its key ingredient is benzoyl peroxide, which kills acne bacteria
December 24, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
at first, this product seemed like it would work great.
Cons:
made acne worse
more irratated
redness
harsh smell
fairly expensive
at first, this system seemed great! the first night i used it i woke up the next morning and it had already started to clear up. as i continued to use it over the month, it got much MUCH worse. i have never been broken out as much as i am now and am still trying to find the "miracle" product that works for me!
December 22, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Cleared up my chin acne!
Cons:
mild drying at first.
I am in my early forties and have always broken out on my chin. I have tried many over the counter and prescription remedies and nothing seemed to work long term. I found this and immediately started with the over the counter items. I then ordered the travel size kit. I have been amazed at the results in just one-two weeks. I am now a believer. I will never go back to proactive or anything else. One tip I learned is that benzol peroxide bleaches towels. It took me a while to figure it out, but they are making bleach-friendly towels that work with benzol peroxide. Life is great. No acne and no bleach marks on my towels!
December 19, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked consistently for about 2 years. I'd get the occasional pimple but it clears up in a few days. God, I miss those days...never had to worry too much about acne...
Cons:
After that 2 years, it stopped working completely. Breakouts were ten times as bad as before. Bacterial infection spread from my forehead to my cheek like fire. Dries out skin, smells weird, but willing to deal if it worked
Would try it, but I'd look for other ways because it may not work after a while. Also, there are way better products out there that don't dry out your skin and have stronger elements than just the benzyl in proactive that makes it work better than the average drug store product. Now, I'm on an oral prescription called Solodyn (135 mg), which I take with food an hour before sleeping. I've been on at least 6 months and it's gotten rid of the red, pus-filled pimples and red bumps that used to bother me so much. Much easier than topical medications. I take it once daily and you get used to it. Sure you might get some side effects like dizziness or nausea but until I find something better, it's just the price you pay for clearer skin.
December 17, 2009
Pros:
Leaves my face feeling clean.
Great purchase for the price. I have been struggling with acne since I was 12, I recommend this product.
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