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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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October 9, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Cons:
Dryness. But a great moisturizer will balance that out.
I was a jock. I was always playing some sport, running around, and being active. I also wore lots of makeup overtime just to cover up the acne. I started a new job and I realized the stress was getting to me very badly and made my jawlines and my cheeks breakout like CRAZY. I ended up grabbing this off of the shelf because it said "10%" benzoyl peroxide. I figured "I have dreadful skin, this has to work" I use it at night before I go to bed all over my face and I wake up and wash it off with an exfoliating face wash and then use Biore' moisture lotion to balance out the dryness it creates. Overall...an amazing product.
October 5, 2009
Pros:
My skin started clearing up immedietly and stayed clear.
Cons:
for the first few minuted after i put it on my face, it makes my face look all redish, but after five minutes, it went to the most beautiful color ever.
Buy the product. it works. it's awesome the longer you use it.
September 14, 2009
Product used: Brevoxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (4% or 8%) Creamy Wash)
Pros:
Clear skin!
Cons:
drying effect, I never had to wear a moisturizer then but it was well worth it!
Perfect Product! I love it! I used it for 2 weeks then my skin cleared up, then I just use twice a week or when I have breakouts especially during summertime.
August 28, 2009
Product used: Equate (Medicated Acne Gel)
Pros:
Cleared acne up QUICKLY, controlled oil, very affordable, and it was the perfect acne treatment!
Cons:
No cons - it was perfect!
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August 10, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
works really...fast and it is also very affordable if you are on a low budget
Cons:
well...i skateboard alot and it tends to itch when you start sweating
fast!...effective!...and proactive doesnt stand a chance...i deffinately reccomed this!
August 4, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I guess it cleans your face?
Cons:
This product barely did anything, not worth the hype. It actually made my skin oilier?
I stopped using my dermatologist prescribed products because I had so much faith in proactiv. I continued to break out heavily, & constantly looked in the mirror & tried to convince myself that it was working when it never was. This product would probably be great if you want to stop the OCCASIONAL pimple or two, but not if you have consistent acne.
July 27, 2009
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)
Pros:
Works really good, gets rid of acne fast, feels nice on your skin, exfoliates as well
Cons:
None, except that this product is hard to find--had to order online
Out of all the benzoyl peroxide products out there this is definitely the best one I've used.
July 27, 2009
Pros:
It's wonderful, clears skin up, actually works!
Cons:
It is very drying, and the moisturizer over the acne lotion feels heavy, but it's worth it
I have been trying to find a working acne product since I was 10 years old,(I'm now almost 16) I've been on the prescription creams, accutane, and more. I eventually tried proactiv, it works at first, but when you sweat it really burns, and it just kinda stops...(though the refining mask is wonderful!) but yeah this system is wonderful, and the price is great as well ~2 month supply for around $20 =D
June 23, 2009
Product used: Brevoxyl-4 (Benzoyl Peroxide (4%) Cream)
Pros:
cleared up acne really fast!
Cons:
it smells! and it dries out skin and makes it splochy and red, so use lots of moisturizer.
use a good moisturizer, exfoliate and cleanse skin, then use the creme...it will clear up your skin really fast!
May 12, 2009
Pros:
Works next best to Acutane. Have had adult acne for years and found this product to work better than any other acne medication other than Acutane.
Cons:
None on my part.
After years of cystic acne, I have had good success with this product and would recommend it to any female bothered with acne.
Pros:
In about 3 days, my terrible skin was completely clear.