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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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December 17, 2012
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Cons:
Nothing that can't be easily fixed.
This works so well! I tried proactiv very faithfully for about 8 weeks and could not tell a difference at all. I was extremely distraught! I tried to find something else and thought I would give oxy a try. I could see huge improvements in just 4 days! It was also so much quicker to use. I can save so much time now. Proactiv took forever to put on and wasn't worth it. I'm so ecstatic that I found this amazing product!
December 8, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
-easy to use
-reduces pimple size and redness FAST
-does not dry out face
Cons:
NONE
I have suffered with acne since i was 14 i am now 19 and i have used : Clearasil, neutrogena, clean&clear, nurad, and proactive.. i just stayed with proactive which did not get rid of my acne but help it a little (i still had many) but it was the best..UNTILL i found this site and ordered the regimen i noticed a difference the first day, it has been two weeks now and my acne and red spots are gone! i thank god for this product <3 :,D !!
November 7, 2012
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
Affordable in total
Lessens the growth of my pimples
Good replacement for The Regimen BP
EFFECTIVE
Cons:
Expensive if u count the dollar per gram
It dries the skin
I've been using the benzoyl peroxide 5% since i cant seem to find the 2.5% in our local pharmacy. Been waiting for my acne.org products but i can't wait to start so i've been using this and somehow it lessened the number of growth of my acne. I think it would have been better if i used the Benzac 2.5% and maybe my face would be less red, dry and flaky
November 5, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Reduces break outs
Clean tingly sensation
Very good for sensitive skin
Reduces size of pores
Allows other products I use to work more effectively
Gentle
Cons:
If not rinsed fast enough it leaves my skin feeling a little tight for an hour or so
Can cause increased inflammation on tender areas (use sparingly)
Dries skin ever so slightly. (Gentle and light moisturizer is recommended)
It is a great product if you have stubborn skin that does not like to respond to any of your efforts or if your skin is very sensitive. However do not use in excess amounts and make sure to rinse thoroughly but GENTLY because the BP in it can cause some dryness and being rough on your skin can increase irritation. (Believe in the wash cloth myth? Dont use it it damages your skin! Gently use your fingertips best used in the shower a for gentle rinse.)
October 29, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Effective
Minimal irritation
Cons:
Poor customer service--can be inconvenient to cancel or buy less frequently
Time-consuming routine, since there are 3 parts
I've had acne-prone skin for 10 years. It started when I was 12, and I'm now 22. I now use proactive and spironolactone. I've tried each on its own, but I have to use both together to get great results. I have moderate acne when I'm not using those products, and basically no acne when I'm using both. I started using Proactive three years ago. I had been on spironolactone for several months when I started proactive, but I still had acne. Proactive cleared my skin quickly with little irritation. I've tried to switch to other products twice to save money and time. Both times my acne returned, and I decided it was worth the trouble. Here's some more info about me, so you can decide how relevant this review is to you:
Combination/oily skin
Breakouts coincide with monthly cycle
Medium skin sensitivity
Have also tried: antibiotics, retinoids, clinique 3-piece system, oxy brand products, prescription benzoyl peroxide products. The antibiotics worked fairly well, but I built a resistance over time. The rest helped some, but not enough.
Acne type: Papules, whiteheads, occasional cysts, on forehead and chin especially
Severity: Has varied from moderately severe to light while using other products. When using proactive and spiro together, my skin is clear.
Other helpful stuff: Exercising (reduces stress and gets blood flow to your face), cutting nails super short (keeps you from picking), staying hydrated, keeping your pillow case and makeup brushes clean
October 26, 2012
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
It cleared my skin! I have adult acne and this is the only product that has worked. I've tried many expensive and over the counter dermotology recommended variations of presciption strength medication, without success.
Cons:
It made my skin peel, sensitive and dry in the beginning.
This is the best over the counter wash I've ever used! It clears, break outs and reginerates your skin...give you a beautiful glow!
October 19, 2012
Pros:
Works great on smaller, "shallow" pimples
Prevents skin from feeling oily
Seems to even out skin tone
Cons:
Very drying
Not clear - leaves whitish tint
May not be effective on cystic acne
I finally quit antibiotics after 10 years of poor results. I was prescribed tretinoin but wanted to take one more shot at finding a non-prescription solution. Having never tried a BP-based program, I thought I'd give this a shot. After 6 weeks, it's been a mixed bag, but I'm cautiously optimistic. I can almost feel the stuff working, which is great, but it hasn't caught everything. While the BP suppresses small pimples, it (not surprisingly) has done little to prevent cystic acne. Over the course of six weeks, two large cysts have popped up. I suppose it's possible that long-term use will have some positive effect on cysts, but I'm not sure that's a fair expectation for this product. The acne lotion will dry your skin. So, as everyone says, moisturize. It's a small price to pay for me. As someone who suffered from oily skin, the BP has completely fixed that. I feel oil-free throughout the day after using the BP lotion in the morning. Overall, the results have been better than antibiotics so far. I suspect that this is a great solution for those suffering from mild an/or non-cystic acne. For me, there is certainly hope that it will be a complete solution, but at the very least using this system regularly ensures that my skin is clean, exfoliated and not oily.
October 8, 2012
Product used: La Roche-Posay (Effaclar Duo)
Pros:
Works
Smell good
A little goes a long way
Cons:
I little pricey but worth every cent!
I have struggled with acne since I was in fourth grade. My father had horrible skin so I guess I got it from him. I have tried so many products and wasted so much money.
The only thing that worked was Accutane but the side effects were horrible. I can honestly say this stuff is amazing. My skin feels and looks so much better. I would recommend this to anyone. I am so glad I found this at CVS and decided to give it a try. Best decision I ever made.
September 30, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
Clears Acne
Doesn't smell
Reduces pore size
Helps fade acne scars
Cons:
Shipping price
Slow shipping (takes 4/5 days to get to my house)
I would recommend this product to everyone! This regimen works! Iv'e had moderate acne since I was 12 years old. I am now 22 and my face is clear! This is the only thing that works for me. I'm so happy I tired it. I used to waste tons of money on Proactiv Solution every month. Proactiv did not work for me. I finally looked online for something that "actually" worked and this is it! If you have moderate acne like me, do yourself a favor and purchase this! Read the instructions VERY carefully and follow them exactly and your face will clear up. Don't get discouraged when your face is as dry, cracking and peeling for a week or two, that is normal. Your face will get used to it and it will be soft, smooth and acne free. I bought my first kit in April 2012 and was 100% acne free by June 2012. My advice is to stick with it and if you run out of the Cleanser, run to Walmart and buy Cetaphil for sensitive skin and use that in the mean time. It is so similar, but I feel like Cetaphil doesn't take off makeup as well as the Acne.org cleanser. Anyway hope you take my advice! Good luck :)
September 19, 2012
Product used: Benzefoam (Benzoyl Peroxide Emollient Foam)
Pros:
Effective
Non-drying
Applies easily
Applies evenly
Cons:
Oily
Love this product. It was on a whim that I ended up using it but I am sure glad I did (obviously, as I googled it and am now reviewing it :)). The funny thing is I was reading other reviews and noticed that people were washing this stuff off; something I've never done. Clearly I misread the directions. I would say my face looks clearer but greasier and this is probably due to leaving the product on and then applying my own moisturizer. Sounds like the foam already has moisturizer agents in it. Regardless, it's effective and I don't mind the minimal increase in shine as my complexion has done a complete 180 from before. This, without dryness, something almost always happens with my fair skin tone. In the future, I will try rinsing it off and see if it provides the same anti-acne effect but with less shine. I couldn't find Benzefoam on Onset Dermatologics' web site so I really hope they didn't discontinue it!!
Pros:
Very fast!
Very effective!
Quick and easy!