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.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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July 30, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Cons:
must be consistent to see results
I don't even know what to say but thanks for changing my life, Dan. I had very bad acne before starting the regimen. I tried Differin, Retin-A and all they did was leave my skin dry, red, and flaky with no results. I tried using over the counter systems but none completely cleared my acne and after a month stopped working. I even got so desperate I thought it was a good idea to use 10% benzoyl peroxide and a big scrub brush on my face twice a day. My face was swollen and red it was so painful. I found reviews on the regimen and just had to try it. This system has completely cleared my acne and has given me my confidence back. If you are reading this and have acne please please please give it a try.
July 23, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works well.
Cons:
Too pricey!
Used Proactive successfully for YEARS. Found that Walmart's Equate brand Acne Treatment System contains EXACTLY the same ingredients. After approximately 5 months of using the Equate product, there is absolutely no difference in the results I experienced all those years using Proactive. The 3-piece Equate kit costs $11.97 plus tax - almost a 30% savings. AND, you can purchase each piece of the 3-piece system separately, when YOU need it, for $4.12 each. Really? No brainer for me.
July 2, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Best cleanser I've found. Now it's no longer on the market???
Cons:
None
This is a very good product that I've used for a couple years. How come it is now out-of-stock everywhere I look? It's not even available on-line.
June 29, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
NONE!!!!!
Cons:
Leaves scars
Doesnt work
Dries the skin!!!
Leaves Rashes
The biggest bullsh*t ever!!! its more expensive then advertised and it charges your card when they want for how much they want!! i called 4 times to cancel my account and till this day they are still charging my account!!!!! the product is complete crap!!!! doesnt do anything other then damage your skin!!! i dont have sensitive skin and it left behind rashes and scars and made my acne worst!! this product is the worst nightmare you can ever sign up for!!! dont believe their bullsh*t and find something else!
June 12, 2012
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Acne Foaming Wash)
Pros:
Gets rid of flakes from the regimen
Got rid of tiny pimples/clogged pores from other cleansers that broke me out
Helps skin texture
Contains bp and AHA's
Cons:
Drying at first.
Must use spf because of the AHA's in it.
I am on DKR. I tried gentle cleansers but they always gave me clogged pores and small pimples. I'd go back to bp washes and they'd disappear only to return when I used a non-medicated cleanser. Enter this wash that also has aha's. They got rid of my bumps and any flakiness I had. I actually use the 4% and not the 10% since I use bp every night. I use this in the am and acne free oil free bp foam wash in the pm before using 2.5% bp all over. I'm very clear now from all of this.
May 30, 2012
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
i used it on my pimple and it worked within 2 days!!
Cons:
doesn't work as fast as they claim!
it was cheap and still a quick fix, I recommend it!!
May 25, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
My already moderate acne became so inflamed, so severe.... people thought I had hives.
I used Proactiv years ago not long after it came out. I don't remember exactly how long it took my skin to get worse but my skin NEVER improved. My mom called customer service (I was in high school at this time) and they urged her to encourage me to stay the course saying that many people don't see results for several months. I stayed the course for over FOUR MONTHS and there was never a hint that my skin would get better. It made my acne go from moderate to SEVERE. People didn't think I had acne, they thought I had hives or some allergic reaction. My face was covered in red inflamed bumps and pustules.
Every time I see commercials for this product, my blood pressure raises just a little bit. I don't understand why it's still around.
I don't remember how much it cost back then so I made an estimate for a monthly supply. I seem to recall it being somewhat pricey.
May 17, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Clears acne
Keeps new pimples from emerging and fights them under the skin
If a pimple forms, it is much less severe
Clear formula, absorbs fast
Cons:
Makes skin red
Makes skin dry
Makes skin itchy
This is the best BP out there. I was concerned that the 2.5% would not be strong enough because I have used as high as 10% in the past. However, the 2.5% is just perfect... using this BP morning and night as recommended really helps to fight pimples all day. From my own experience, I must say, for me at least, it was very important to START SLOW. I was using too much, too soon and my skin got very red and itchy. Once I slowed down and reduced the amount, my skin got much better. I feel that every person's skin is different, so everyone should use the amount that is right for them. So some people may never have to use the full amount that Dan suggests. But this BP is honestly great, its a clear formula that absorbs quickly into the skin and fights pimples very well. I only hope that I will continue to see the same great results, and then I will never stop buying this product!
May 13, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Did great at first
Cons:
Burns!
Red and Irritated Skin.
Dry Skin.
Takes to much time.
Made me feel oily and dirty.
Price
Company seems needy and greedy
Proactiv was great the first few weeks. Family knew a few people, who use and liked it. Sadly it didn't work on mine. And it is way over priced. We canceled our subscription and they won't leave us alone! Telling us we need to renew. hehe...no
April 26, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
clears up acne - even cystic, skin showed improvement OVERNIGHT! absorbs almost instantly, lightweight, and no odor
Cons:
If you don't follow the directions for use at the very start of treatment then you WILL get a MAJOR amount of dryness and flaking!!! SO, USE A LITTLE AT THE START.
After a week of using the entire Acne.org regimen, my cystic acne is GONE. All I have are the dark spots left on my face where those cysts used to be. OH, and get this, the BP has rid ALL of my blackheads!!! I literally plucked the blackheads off my nose as if I were tweezing my eyebrow hairs hahah! I'm so thankful to Dan and his team! Life-changing for sure :D
Pros:
cleared my acne
improved my complexion
gave me my confidence back