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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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May 2, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
NONE
I stopped using Dan's Acne.org Regimen after a year. The Regimen began to excessively dry out my skin, my skin looked very discolored/dark and my breakouts were getting persistent. I didn't change anything, I had been following the regimen as ordered. The regimen DID clear up my skin greatly, however towards the final months my breakouts were coming more often and they were large-cystic like breakouts and no matter how strict I was with my regimen and maintaining a healthy lifestyle- my breakouts persisted.
Suffering with adult acne is tough. I'm in my late 20's and a female and work in an environment where I have to constantly interact with people.. So, I did some research and came to the conclusion that benzoyl peroxide does in face work better at my particular acne than salicylic acid. And I noticed that it had worked to clear up my friend's moderate to severe acne. I have been using this product for over a week and noticed a dramatic difference in how my skin looks and feels. I have yet to wake up with a large cystic breakout. This is so much easier and less time consuming than Dan's Regimen. I couldn't be happier with Clean&Clear's Continuous Cleanser!
April 24, 2012
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
- reduces oiliness
- reduces redness
- peels dead layers of skin
- washes off make-up completely
Cons:
- expensive
- requires patience to work
I've only seen results after 9 weeks of using this product.have spent a fortune thus far but I've just started to see my cystic acne clear up. I was just about to stop using Clinique,bt jst like the lady at the counter said "be patient".I love this product and don't see myself using anything else.It's not a mgic potion, your hormones also play a huge role in acne, especially with me being 24 and suffering since I was 18.It does get much worse before it starts to get better, you just need to hang in there. Think of it as an investment in your skin, you have to live with your face for the rest of your life, make the sacrifice and get Clinique!
April 21, 2012
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
reduces oiliness by drying skin, exfoliates the skin, initially effective at preventing spots, a safe product
Cons:
extremely drying, need to be constantly careful about bleaching clothing
I've had acne on and off since my teens, so about 20 years. I used this for about six months every night and some mornings. When I first started using it it seemed to work wonders, but towards the last few months I started getting breakouts again. This, combined with the adverse effects made me stop using it. The worst of which was excessive drying of the skin. After every shave my skin looked like the salt flats of the Atacama desert. It was hard finding the right moisturiser that would be good enough to rehydrate the skin, yet not make my skin too greasy. It was a pain and I would be more concious of my dry skin than my spots. I'd often go to work only to look in the mirror and find loose flakes of skin on my face. There's also the hassle of having to place an old sheet on my pillow to stop it being bleached. Plus I wouldn't use it when with my partner, it's nasty stuff and wouldn't want to expose anyone else to it. Basically, it's not practical or realistic to use this product long term, it's too harsh. In the end I think the bacteria became immune to it. I visited a skin clinic in London and they recommend I use products with salicylic acid instead. There are many such products on the market. It's naturally occurring and it's a much gentler ingredient. I was worried the breakouts would return with a vengeance but after a few weeks so far so good. The most important thing is to keep your skin clean and don't touch. I will also start using an exfoliator with glycolic acid, a natural substance which removes dead skin and clears pores, supposedly. This, together with the salicylic acid should replace the two functions of Quinoderm. Since stopping the Quinoderm, my skin has got a lot more greasy, though I think and hope this is a reaction to the sudden withdrawal of the drying agent and that it will soon reduce. I'm so glad and relieved not to be using this product anymore.
April 17, 2012
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
* Helps in reducing or preventing white heads
* Persistent use will result in improved complexion and reduction of acne.
Cons:
* Gel is too thick
* Because of gel viscosity absorption of moisturiser is not very effective
* Drying and Redness increased because of incompatibility with most moisturisers
Panoxyl AQ 2.5% works in a similar way to the DK regime BP. However, I have noticed differences. The main reason for this purchase was because of cost. It is a cheaper alternative to DK BP due to reduced shipping costs and can be easily purchased on Amazon. Great you say? Well initially you would think so. I would say though, tread with caution. Closer inspection of the ingredients list reveals the inclusion of SLS which is naturally drying. I don't know why you would add SLS with BP and this is more than likely why the 2.5% concentration of this BP compared to Oxy 10% is just as drying, if not more. It's very difficult to absorb it into the skin due to the thickness and this often leads to over exertion and possibly to much friction aggreviating the skin even more. It's also very difficult to add moisturiser over the top as the film of BP sits on top of the skin and doesn't fully absorb. All in all, you get what you pay for. A cheaper product with the unneccessary inclusion of SLS. It does do the job of helping to clear - but not as good as DK products/
March 21, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
My older daughter loved it! Little strong for my younger daughter. They have a product that is not as harsh as the full strength formula
Cons:
Would have tried it but I couldn't get past their return policy. ProActive CS keeps charging my acct! I am not your bank!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I WILL NEVER USE THIS PRODUCT AGAIN NOR WILL I EVER RECOMMEND IT. YOU GET STUCK IN A LOOP OF THEM OWNING YOUR BANK ACCT UNTIL THEY ARE GOOD AND READY TO CREDIT YOU BACK! ANY TIME I GET I WILL BLOG BAD ABOUT THIS COMPANY!!!!! CHANGE YOUR WAYS!!!!!!!
February 27, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Does a good job of clearing unwanted acne when used properly.
Cons:
May cause irritation if exfoliating the skin with step 1 is done harshly.
So far my experience with proactiv has been great! Not everyone's skin is the same so the results will be noticeable at different times. But I've used it for about 3 weeks and my skin is starrting to look really clear, I love it!
I've tried plenty of face washes and none have worked as well as proactiv!(:
February 22, 2012
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Started working right away.
No smell.
Affordable.
Cons:
It does dry your skin out very easily.
I've only been using it for around three or four days now and I noticed a difference right away. I had a very painful cyst on my chin and now it's barely there. I think in another few days my skin will be clear. I do not have acne all the time, but when I break out, I break out well and all over. I'll defiantly be purchasing this again.
February 15, 2012
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
worked after literally one day
fast
effective
cheap
Cons:
very drying
bleaches things
The bottom line is it WORKS. I had terrible acne five years ago and went on accutane, which cleared me up for like 4 years! In November, I started breaking out again really bad on my cheeks, chin, and jawline. I dramatically changed my diet from November- January hoping it would work (at the time I was using neutrogena stress free products which worked for like two years). Immediately the day after I started using AcneFree, my skin was smoother and I stopped getting new breakouts. It is extremely drying! What I do is mostly wash my face with the dove moisturizing bar (day and night) and then mix the AcneFree lotion with a drop of vitamin E oil. Just be careful if you have really oily skin. It usually takes care of the dryness though. If the drying gets really bad, just wash your face with dove soap in the morning, then dove/acnefree cleanser at night.
January 26, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-clears acne
-makes skin soft
-not too expenive
-feels great to use
-works tremendously
Cons:
-can dry out skin
Im a teenage girl and Ive been using this for a few months now and I don't get how this doesn't work for people, it works great for me! I love it! However it does dry out skin a bit, but just use the green tea mosturiser and your skin will feel great! It cleared up my acne really fast. I get around one pimple every month but it doesn't stay long at all. This product is great!
January 18, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears acne up.
The company will suck your money away if you don't watch out. Because they always sign you up for things without you knowing it, and they can't conform to your needs.
Cons:
Depending on the type of skin it might burn a little. Just bring down the amount of times you use it.
Like the product. Don't like the company. It's better to just buy it when you need it from a local store.
Pros:
- Clears skin
- Clean Feeling
- I have NOT experienced DRY skin (with Dan's Regimen I had excessively dry skin and discoloration)