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 26, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
expensive, doesn't work for everyone
It helped a friend of mine but unfortunately did not help me. In fact, it made the problem much worse. It might be worth trying since some people swear by it and they are good about returning your money if you send it back after two months.
October 22, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None. It really didn't to anything at all.
Cons:
It's expensive, and since it really didn't work, it was just a waste of money.
I would not buy this again.
October 20, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Certainly not many, it didn't really help at all.
Cons:
IT dried my skin out and burns without a positive result. It had virtually no effect on my skin at all.
I have severe acne and maybe if you don't u can try this but if tou are like me this product sucks.
October 19, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it smelled really nice
Cons:
didnt work ive been using it for years and basicly just wasting my money but every time i seen a comercial it made me want to keep using it for some reason like maby one day it will work. i also had trouble with the bil like 2 charges for 1 f ing kit
jessica simpson is full of crap if you ask me! her skin wasnt that bad to begin with and im sure she has a great derm. but it did get her recognized a lot before her reality show!
October 19, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Ive been using Proactiv for four months and it seems to ahve just stopped working. It worked for the first 2 weeks, then nothing. I followed all the directions EXACTLY and it still was not worth the money and effort. It was such hastle having to do a 3 step process, because you had to wait for the frist step to dry. I personally wasnt fond of it and am now trying Neutragena Daily Oil Free Gentle Scrub. We'll see how that goes.
October 18, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
not a damn thing!
Cons:
everything about this so called "MIRACLE" product
save your money!!.....thats all i can say
October 18, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Made my skin MUCH worse. Dried out my skin causeing scarring.
I used the entire system (5 pieces). I never had major acne, just a few areas that I wanted to clear up. After using this over-priced crap I will be lucky if I can get rid of the scars it left. Do not buy this product, hollywood hype and high prices do not make it work.
October 16, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works for a little while...
Cons:
It dries out skin and can trigger MORE zits after a while...loses its momentum!
The product dries out skin which can trigger even MORE problems...you're much better off using an over the counter product!! PROACTIV IS HOLLYWOOD HYPED!!!!
October 15, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
Worked great the first few times but then it just made it get worse and worse and it keeps breaking out in the same areas over and over.
SUCKS, to expensive, not effective. The best things I have used to date is: 1) Limit fast food, soda, fried food, etc 2) use what you find at CVS, Genovese, etc. I find that this "Clean & Clear" 10% Benozel peroxide works great except its very conspicious because dosent rub into the skin very well.
October 15, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Not only did it not clear up my face, it made my face dry out & about 30mins after I used it my face would peel. When I called them about it, they said I would need the 'stronger' system & wanted me to pay even more money!
Not worth the price. My clearsil wash does more
Pros:
help some people, their money-back guarantee is easy to use