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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September 30, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Do NOT buy from them. I paid for my original package, then when they sent me another one, I immediately sent it back to avoid charges. I had a tracking number, so when I saw that it had arrived, i simply threw it away. BAD IDEA. They continued to charge me $70 for the package I sent back, but they "never received," and of course without that tracking number, I couldn't get a refund. Then, I later get another bill from some agency saying I still owed them money. Regret! Such a rip off!
September 23, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None. It didn't help, it only made the condition worse
Cons:
The company is difficult to deal with and continues to charge you after you've cancelled.
You will sign up for a promotional offer for $30. Then they'll start sending you more than you can use, and charging you for it. I cancelled but still received shipments and bills on my credit card. Even after 3 or 4 phone calls and getting the run around. These people are difficult to deal with, use underhanded and confusing business practices to move a product that simply doesn't work. Do not buy this product.
September 18, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Skin feels soft.
Cons:
Red spots become redder.
Breakouts
This skin care line is a scam! The reviews are fake! I tried this line for two weeks and caused major breakouts. This is what brought me to try acne.org regimen!
September 6, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Very Effective
Natural
No side effects
Doesn't need any other treatment
Cons:
None
I and my brother both had severe acne and got rid of them using this product. You just have to use the soap and the scrub on a daily basis , and no other products. It may take a couple of weeks to work, but just be patient and I guarantee you that you will get clear skin!
August 30, 2011
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Works immediately, not at all greasy, mild peeling reveals smoother, lighter skin. Dissolves horrible acne cysts overnight. $1.50 at Dollar General.
Cons:
Mild stinging, went away in 10-15 mins. Could cause redness & dryness if overused- increase use gradually. Be careful not to get it too close to eyelids or eyebrows. Definitely need to use sunscreen if outside- skin revealed by peeling is fresh & sensitive to sun.
I've had cystic acne for 25 yrs, since I was 13. Started out then with Rx retin-A liquid that caused severe chemical burns. Over the yrs I've used Rx differin, retinol, benzamycin, oral antibiotics, 3 rounds of Accutane (great while using, caused long-term issues), OTC topicals & kits, ProActiv (horrible redness & scaling), microdermabrasion & eventually a chemical peel that caused severe scarring around my mouth & temples. The acne always came back, usually worse than before. In my late 30s, it's appeared on my face as mostly blackheads, small bumps & 4-6 extremely painful cysts at all times. The cysts also started to appear on my neck & take a month or more to go away. Recent finances have made me just live with it, using generic Blackhead Clearing Scrub w/salicylic acid 2% & clearance Avon mineral makeup. But within 2 hrs of washing my face, I'd feel & look oily. Several wks ago my local Dollar General had closeout Ambi Even & Clear Exfoliating Wash 0.5% salicylic acid on a BOGO sale, so I stocked up at $1.07 each. I saw the ClearZit on the shelf for $1.50, so grabbed a tube to try. I guess it's finally the right combo of salicylic acid & benzoyl peroxide for me. I had a cluster of cysts on my temple in the old scar tissue for several wks- very big, burning, very painful. Within hrs of first applying ClearZit, the cysts came to a head, released pressure & began to peel. Within 2 days, a small pink area remained. The peeling effect for me is very similar to with Accutane- mild, not painful at all, & revealing pinker, healthier skin underneath. The old scarring from the chemical burns & previous cysts is also smoother; my skin overall is smoother, pinker & healthier-looking & my pores are smaller & clearer. And no new cysts for more than a week! 2x daily, I wash with Ambi, follow with a light smear of ClearZit, then Avon mineral makeup. I've noticed even better results now that I've cut refined sugars
August 22, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
It works!
Cons:
It took about 7 weeks of redness, dryness, and the occasional pimple before I was completely zit free - but it was SO worth it.
I can't express how grateful I am for Dan and his regimen. Thank you!
August 5, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Terminator)
Pros:
Took two days to see great results
I have struggles with acne for years, I have used every possible over the counter acne medicine and even prescribed acne medication, nothing work...so finally I came across this and I was like this is the last acne medicine I'm trying...in a matter of two days my skin was flawless...i couldnt believe going from red and painful pimples all over my cheeks and chin and in two days they where flat and no at all painful...a bit of concealer and foundation and my faced looked amazing...give it a try what do you have to lose but acne :)
July 27, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
EVERYTHING KINDA!
doesnt sting that much
fast working
made my LIGHT acne to VERY LIGHT!
CHEAP!
Cons:
kinda drying when i first used it.
if it dries ur face, just.. use a moisturizer. :)
I LOVE THIS! i recommended this to my best friend who also had acne, and she LOVES it too!
July 22, 2011
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Clear Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
cleared my SYSTIC ACNE!!!
Clears all acne breakouts
Cheap
Dries quickly
Cons:
Dries skin alot at first
first week of use:Cleanse face
Apply Acne cream all over face
Moisterize liberally
(Do this in AM and PM)
This clears existing acne. Weeks prior
to intial use:Cleanse face
Moisterize
Spot treat any zits
(Do this in AM and PM) This cleared my acne almost completely, and I have only been doing this for about 1 month!! The first week your skin will be very dry but it is worth it for clear skin. My skin went from moderately severe to VERY LIGHT ACNE! It cleared my systic and regular acne. AMAZING PRODUCT! A MUST HAVE!!
July 18, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
My acne did go away...
Cons:
Just read below
Proactiv is crap. Just crap. I'm 17 now, and started to suffer from severe acne around 14. I tried many products, but nothing worked, so finally my mom got me proactiv. The first 5 days it worked well, except I hated the smell and it was very time consuming. Well, as I continued to use it my acne cleared, but in its place I had the most dreadful flaky skin. After about a week and a half it got so bad that i stayed home from school from sheer embarrassment, and I didn't use it before bed that night. When I woke up in the morning I was horrified. My face exploded in acne like I had never seen. That was because I didn't use it for one night! The thing is, despite what proactive says, it doesn't deep clean. Instead it creates a barrier on the surface of your skin so that the doesn't show itself, and If you don't use it every 12 hours, the wall isn't strong enough to barricade the acne. I stopped using it and canceled my account. Or at least I thought I did. They charged and sent me another order 3 months afterward. I sent it back and got my money back, but i did have to pay for shipping. :P All in all, this product is awful dont waste your time or money on it. I now used Herbaria natural soap. A bar is $6 and goes a long way (And smells AMAZING) followed by a dilute of Apple Cider Vinegar as a toner (about $5 per bottle). This works wonderfully for my terrible acne, and I recommend it to EVERYONE!
Cons:
They'll rip you off
Doesn't really work
They'll rip you off some more