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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.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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January 23, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
I can't think of any.
I have had some form of acne for my entire life from 13 years old through my 40's. I've been using Clear & Smooth products for years, and this is the first time in my life I have not had skin problems. The bonus is - for my age, I'm not getting a lot of wrinkles. I wish all teens could find out about this product and not have to worry about their skin. I do have one warning, however. At first, I almost gave up because it took about 2 months for my skin to clear. I would recommend being patient and using the products faithfully in the beginning. Then the results will happen.
January 7, 2010
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
it didn't make my throat swell up like proactive
Cons:
my skin gets so dry. I cant use other moisturizers to sooth my skin or else it wont work.
It cleared my skin uncomfortably. but it did work better than every other over the counter product i have tried.
December 12, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
EVERYTHING.
Cons:
NOTHING.
this stuff is very very good. people just use too much of the reparing lotion which is the one that drys out skin. DIME SIZE PEOPLE DIME SIZE!!! you break out when you first start because its pushing all that crap out of your skin and then it gets better. oh yeah btw dont order online they auto ship and it's really annoying.
December 8, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
just took redness out of spots from the first day of use. i got soo excited i used it twice in one day but it started to dry my skin out bad so i stopped and used it once only. i have tried everything for my skin this is amazing.
Cons:
can dry out skin and after using it can leave skin feeling tight
if you have tried everything else and had no luck try Panoxyl! I used the 2.5% and even thhats amazing!
November 30, 2009
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Got rid of my spots and pimples very fast.
Cons:
Dried sin out made it feel sore.
This cream wored very well for me, i had quite bad acne on my chest and after only 3days its cleared 95% of it up. I also had minor acne on my face, and its cleared all of it up minus one spot.... but.... My face now feels very sore and tight, it now has a bumpy dry feeling to it, and when applying makeup it creates dry patches because of the condition of my skin. I have been using aqueous cream (moistouriser for burns) and even this only makes my skin feel good for a few seconds before feeling lie sandpaper. Only use this product if your willing to make the sacrifice: Iv exchanged spotty skin for dry skin... and for me thats better. But soon i might change my mind .
November 16, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked great for about 2 years for me. Quit for about 6 months and am now using it again to clear a bad breakout. My face already has that smooth feeling that I missed when not using it.
Cons:
My face got very dry and irritated when I used it twice a day. Changing my routine to once a day worked much better but unfortunately it didn't last. My face became more sensitive and my breakouts took longer to heal so I stopped using it.
It does work if used routinely. In fact, I'm back using it right now after a terrible breakout from using an oral medication called Minocycline (which really didn't work for me). Now after not using Proactiv for 6 months I'm going to try it again to clear things back up. Hope it works... again!
November 16, 2009
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Gel)
Pros:
Used following Dan's Regimen, it works wonderfully!
Cons:
Fairly small bottle of 50g, if you start off with too much to begin with you will dry out or even worse, chemically burn your skin, so start slow as the regimen suggests and build up gradually.
I have had moderate to severe acne for years, but this product and the regimen have pretty much cured my acne that has plagued my skin. I VERY rarely get cystic acne anymore and it has cleared up all my problem areas. I have never before been able to properly use scar reducing treatments without the risk of irritating any acne, but now I can, because there is none =].
October 31, 2009
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Males)
Pros:
The aloe vera helps with the dryness that can occur from using benzoyl peroxide.
Pills gradually cleared up my acne for good!
Cons:
The pills taste like spoiled milk.
I've always had trouble with my acne even when going to a dermatologist. They'd prescribe me so many creams that just overdryed my skin and left it rough. And i don't have dry skin! So I gave this a shot and it really works! it will not work overnight. initially you will break out just a little. but hey you would have broke out anyway without it so i think it's worth it to see the end result.
Anyway, it gradually started leaving my skin smoother and pimple free! And when i do get the occasional pimple they are very small and usually go away in about 3-4 days. I'm telling you this cream in the morning and pills (am/pm) along side with my handy dandy differin at night, has changed my life. I no longer have to worry about bad skin. I cannot tell you how good it feels to be worry free!
Try this you won't regret it!
October 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Managed my acne well
Cons:
Never completely got rid of it
Tad expensive
This product has helped me manage my acne well over the last year or so. I still get the occasional break out and pro active has never completely eliminated my acne. good product over all
October 8, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Nothing.
Cons:
Dried out skin. Worsened acne. Wasted money and time. My brother used this too, and he had the same results as me. I wasn't very fond of the smell.
Extremely dry skin even after I reduced the number of uses. I waited about 6 or 7 months to see any results, and I was disappointed with more acne on my face.
Pros:
This product balances my skin - never too oily or too dry. My skin feels and looks healthy. It lasts a long time, is not expensive, and is easy to use.