Acne.org Products
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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June 24, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
Made Acne Worse
Can be very drying
I am disappointed to have to write a bad review. I've used this product for nearly four months now, but have had to stop altogether at this point as my face is worse than it has ever been. Everything started out great. I've historically suffered from moderate acne on my forehead, chin, and under my jaw line which gets very bad when stressed or hormonal fluctuation. After a particularly bad breakout that left a nasty scar, I tried this product and the regimen. I thought I had found the answer to my woes since it initially worked great! Within just a couple of weeks, I had no new breakouts and my scars were actually fading and any bumps I had were shrinking. Well, after two months I started to notice that I was getting new bumps in places that I had never really gotten them before, but they were small and were not coming to a head at all. This seemed better to me than having huge, pus-filled pimples, so I charged on with using the product. Unfortunately, the bumps just started to increase in numbers until my entire face is now covered with them everywhere this product has touched. I had been slathering it all over my face and halfway down my neck to ensure I covered any area where I had previously gotten pimples. I now have bumps everywhere on my face including in my eyebrows and behind my ears. I can't even believe how bad it is. I stopped using the product one week ago and every bump on my face is now growing and coming to a head. It's so upsetting, but it seems to be a process I need to go through in order to '˜cleanse' my skin from this product. I also just don't know what else to do but watch it happen. I'm washing my face twice daily with nothing but water at this point since I'm afraid to put anything on my face at all. I just hope I can get back to where I was before using this product at all and this new acne covered face is not permanent.
June 4, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
It works well after some time. Easy to apply.Shipping is usually fast. Has sped up healing and reduced oiliness in prone areas. I would like to add: Dan's cleanser is very good; almost no irritations, and leaves a moist feel to the skin after use. Nodules have reduced down to maybe one every three weeks and most are small and heal quickly.That is a tremendous improvement over one nodule every week.
Cons:
Some irritation-- stinging, dryness, aged skin-like effects around eye areas. Using jojoba oil and cocoa butter around these age-effected areas. May continue to purge for some weeks before it begins to reduce the severity.Some nodules are stubborn or resistant.
I was reluctant to use any sort of benzoyl peroxide product at first because I used it for years off and on, and it never really was effective. I am glad I gave this a shot now. Both the treatment and cleanser products have worked with persistent use. I stayed close to the recommendations Dan set forth. And I must say, after some purging and cycling, I am 90 percent clear as long as my stress levels stay down. I had suffered with nodular acne when I was young and it reoccurred 12 years after accutane was successful, followed by a topical antibiotic which failed after 12 yrs. I am now 48 yrs young-- ha ha, and have what my derm calls chronic, incalcitrant acne. So I definitely have come to realize that there is much hope for this kind of treatment product. The low concentration with heavy application reduces the adverse effects fairly well, but works to control the acne overgrowth. That seems to be the case. I wish I had tried this many years ago. My thanks to you Dan Kern.
June 1, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
cleared skin fast.
Cons:
dryness at first.
stopped working needed to take time off from it.
this product cleared my skin up faster than I thought. it dried my skin to no end at first but I stuck with it and with a good moisturizer you'll be fine after a few weeks.. after a few months it stopped working for me though.. I thought I needed the stronger one so I tried AcneFree Severe. Did not work at all. Dried my skin beyond repair.. So I took a few months off AnceFree all together. Now I'm back on and it seems to be working great.
June 1, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Environmentally friendly product!
Thorough instructions on how to use the product to get the best results!
Lasts a long time!
It works!!!!
Cons:
Really none, except for having to use a clean washcloth everytime you use it.
I'm a woman in my 40s. Have been suffering from moderate acne since my late teens. This product has really nipped my monthly acne problem in the bud. I was worried it would be too harsh with the scrubbing and the washcloth but my skin feels really smooth after the process and better than it has in years. I even ran out of the acne product and have been using the antiaging scrub in its place and this too has been working for me. I am very very happy with these products.
June 23, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The thought that it might work at first.
Cons:
Left my skin irritated, did not dry out pimples, still got new breakouts.
I was frustrated because the 'new gentle formula' was not gentle. The cleanser was too rough for my skin and actually felt like it was scratching my skin. I bought a 2 month supply of the starter kit which included the cleanser, toner, lotion, mask, oil control, and sunscreen. I used them as directed..Proactiv just did not work for me!
May 15, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Best product I've ever used to clear my acne and keep my skin clear.
Cons:
I need to use it consistantly. I can't miss a day or any of the steps or a breakout will happen.
I just wanted to tell Lodee31 from St. Louis that you can still buy the old version of Proactiv. I buy mine off of a home shopping channel, and the doctors said that if the old version is working for you, stay with it and don't buy their new version. Personally, I'll keep buying the old version forever!
April 26, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
There are no cons.
This is a great product. I have been using it for over a year now and have recommended to many. And they have reordered as well.
April 26, 2010
Pros:
-reduce acne redness
-got rid of some acne
Cons:
-made my skin more sensitive to sun
-dry skin (somewhat)
-a little pricey for me.
I've been using this for almost two years. It really works, but other times it doesn't. I'm very sensitive to the sun now because of this product, so I'm deciding whether or not to change the acne products. Anyways, if you don't have dry or sensitive skin, this product is definitely for you!
April 21, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Wonderful! My doctor commented how beautiful my skin was during an appt and so did the ladies at a pedicure shop this weekend! Yes, you have to be PATIENT - like all new treatments to your skin, you have to give your skin a month to 6 weeks to adjust; yes, you may even have a minor breakout or two, but NOW - gorgeous smooth plump fresh glowing skin with no breakouts (maybe a clogged pore or two around my period). So be patient and keep those fingers off your face!
Cons:
Nada!
My skin feels so good and it makes me feel good physically and mentally!
April 20, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Actually Works
Gets Delivered
Payment comes straight out of checking so no hassel there
Beads in cleanser feel nice
Cons:
Have to keep using it
Discolors pillowsheets, shirts
Can be expensive
Loses effectiveness after time
Does not control oil very well
I have been using Proactiv Extra Strength for five years now. Before I started it my face was more severe than it was moderate. It took awhile to work. I started it in January of 2005 and finally started seeing results in June of the same year. For the past five years Ive had light to moderate acne. Id go through good spells and bad spells. During bad spells I would have 5 or 6 big pimples a month. During good spells my skin would look (almost) flawless. During this time I also dealt with the Cons of Proactiv. I would permenately stain pillowcases and my PJ tops. Towels were also stained. While I have always been lucky enough to afford it, $25 a month for five years is A LOT of money. So if you dont have the extra cash that can be a bummer too. Also if you skip a washing, youre going to pay for it for the next week. I have very oily skin and I find that by early afternoon my face is a greaseball. ALL IN ALL my face is 10x better than it was before. Am I completely acne free? NO. But when you have hormonal acne like I do, this is as close as youre gonna get to perfection.
Pros:
Easy to Apply
Went on Clear
Large, inexpensive supply