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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:
Choose from 1 to 5 stars
March 8, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
• Drying
• Not 100% effective
• They send out a lot of annoying emails and direct mailers
I used Proactiv a few years ago for a few months and then again recently for a few months (I was coaxed into giving it a second try because of the reformulation). Both times the product was mildly effective, clearing up small blemishes. It seemed to have little to no effect on my larger, cyst-like blemishes and did not help much during my hormonal peaks each month. My skin would also get very flaky, even while using the moisturizer that came in the package. The bottom line is that I would not recommend this product to anyone over the age of 25, experiencing moderate to severe acne, it's far too drying and I believe that because of that it is more likely to damage the skin rather than heal it.
March 1, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
shipment never came
I ordered this product Jan 31st 2011. It never came. I tracked it on Fed Ex website where it stayed in KY and has been lost. Customer service has been polite, but not helpful in the least. My credit card still has a charge on it and now I am waiting for a letter in the mail to confirm my cancellation or to have them reship. This is horrible customer service. I just called today, MARCH 1st and they said they just mailed out the letter and now I have to wait 7-10 business days for that! I'm so sick of dealing with this company, I don't even care about the product anymore if this is how they conduct business. Good luck getting your product or a refund or a customer service agent w/a brain that can actually do something.
February 27, 2011
Product used: Benzefoam (Benzoyl Peroxide Emollient Foam)
Pros:
No dryness! Keeps breakouts under control.
Cons:
It contains parabens so if you have super sensitive skin, this may not be the best choice. Also, this is expensive. No generic is available as far as I can tell. However, if you go to their website, they do have a rebate so you pay no more than $25 for up to 3 refills.
I've tried several variations of benzoyl peroxide (creams, soaps) at differing strengths. I feel this works better than most, especially in conjunction with other acne treatments. I use this with Retin-A and my skin has improved dramatically. In addition, out of all benzoyl peroxide treatments, this doesn't dry out my skin. My guess is the foam plus the added ingredients prevent dryness associated with benzoyl peroxide use. In the end, I recommend that you try it out. Some dermatologists may have samples for you to try! The only reason why I give this 4 instead of 5 stars is because I still have very small breakouts. Call me a perfectionist but I think we all deserve perfect skin :)
February 22, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Clears Acne
Powerful
Goes on Clear
Cons:
Really dried out skin at first
The price after shipping and tax can get pricey!
I tried a lot of acne products including Proactiv, Retin-A, Neutrogena On the Spot Treatment, Doxcycline and SMZ/TMP pills, etc. and this product has worked the best for me. Proactiv was one of the first products I used that contained benzoyl peroxide and it dried me out and caused my skin to itch, a lot. I guess I wasn't used to BP then. Neutrogena On the Spot Treatment worked well but there were still recurring pimples, maybe because it was harder to spread the product around on the face. Retin-A wasn't the miracle I hoped for since I was still breaking out, quite a bit. And, finally, I landed upon this product, which has helped me clear up a lot. I'm slowly, but surely becoming more and more comfortable with how my skin looks and it's thanks to this product!
February 8, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
only a few pimples go
Cons:
dry skin
expensive
doesn't work wll
i started using proactiv and it gave me really dry skin. hardly any of my pimples went and the bottles have hardly anything in it , it went in a week. i just don't think proactiv is worth buying AT ALL , it sucks
February 8, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears acne a lot
Cleanses face
Reduces acne scars
Does NOT overdry or irritate skin
Cons:
Doesn't clear acne completely
Expensive
ProActiv works the best out of everything that I've tried. It reduces my acne by about 60%. And it leaves my skin soft and fresh, not dry and red. It also makes my skin look smoother, and my acne scars to fade. It doesn't clear everything, but it clears more than anything else I've tried. Only possible bad thing is the price, $50 for the whole set. But if you want to save money, just buy the cleanser, which is the first step in the 3-step thing. It's all that you really need. The other stuff helps, but it's not really necessary for that much money.
February 3, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Made my skin feel soft
Clean feeling
Cons:
Didn't really help my acne
Didn't prevent new breakouts
I have a combination of dry and oily skin, and my acne is pretty moderate. I have pimples around my chin and forehead and when I tried this product it didn't do really anything except give my skin a clean feeling.
January 18, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Making my skin flaky, sore, red.
Burns after applying.
Very drying.
About 4 years ago I used to have very bad acne on my forehead, but my mum said I was too young to try it, (9) so I would steal it from my brother, cheeky I know, but it worked so good! In only a couple of days, but that was the old proactiv. After my brother cancelled it because his breakouts were gone, mine came back but they were very light. 4 years later they have gotten so bad. So now I'm 13 my mum got the "new and improved" proactiv. I've only been using it for exactly a week but my skin is flaky, irritated, dry, flaky, disgusting. Its making my acne worse and burning my face. I don't know what they did to proactiv, but its just sh*t now. I will continue to use this for a couple more weeks to see if I do get some results. Lets hope.
January 17, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Really Works!
Smells OK
Cons:
A little drying
Itchiness around my chin/neck
OK, so I have SUPER sensitive skin, and typically all acne medications burn me and leave dry welts. I have only used this for 2 days, but WOW over-night the first night was already a HUGE difference! Day 2, even more of a difference. So far I am really impressed. My chin/neck area is super itchy though so that is a neg. for me. I guess I need to avoid that area. I hope this holds up to the test for the next few weeks. Also note, so far I am only using it at night. I may even switch to every other night just to play it safe. But I would def. recommend trying this product so far!!
January 15, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Clears Acne Fast!
Cons:
None.
I just bought the Clear Skin System yesterday. I have only used it twice and i can tell my acne is going away! :) I am so amazed... I have used bunches of different "solutions" and none worked. AcneFree Is Amazing!!
Pros:
• Non-offensive aroma
• Somewhat effective
• Inexpensive