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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.
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March 10, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Cons:
It takes up to much time in the morning
Dry skin out.. use moisturizer
I love this product.. I really works just don't mix it with other products and don't stop using it for a long period of time because the acne will come back and the will be worst than before..!!! Trust me its happening to me now =[
March 5, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
inexpensive, easy to get
Cons:
used the cleanser, does not work
I've used Proactiv for a while now. I couldn't afford it so I decided to try Acnefree. I was only using the cleanser with Proactiv and it worked fine. So I decided to only use the cleanser from Acnefree. I did not get the same results that I got from Proactiv. My face is worse than it has been in a long time.
March 18, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
-Easy to apply
-Very affordable
-Simple directions
-Awesome customer service
-Supply last a very long time
Cons:
-Simply a 30-60 seconds wash is all it is
-Shipping is expensive - but fast
I have tried Proactiv, all the treatments found at Walgreens, even the cons like ProNexin and AcneTix... This product seemed to have the most hype but it broke me out little by little. I thought it was just my skin adjusting to the medicine - but i never stopped breaking out. I broke out in places I usually do not. My breakouts become very big and painful leaving many scars. I discontinued the product because I didn't think it was going to work. I used it for a little over a month with no results. I emailed the company asking if they had any tips... They suggested I stay with the treatment because with time it works. I just think a simple facewash, with the same ingredients most BP face washes have, wasn't going to do the trick... I switched to the regimen 2 weeks ago with good results.
February 25, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
The customer service seems good. Free samples.
Cons:
Ruined my skin.
I was very excited to try this product after reading such positive reviews. In the first week I noticed my skin was a lot less red, but nothing was happening to my pimples. Then I started breaking out terribly, I was getting huge, cystic pimples on my chin, and smaller pimples in places I never normally got them. I continued to use it hoping this was just my skin 'purging' - boy was I wrong. I woke up one morning with my skin in agony, all of my breakouts suddenly had a really bad reaction to Carley's and became painful, red, raw, pus-oozing mounds of crust. I couldn't continue using it, I couldn't even leave the house.. and now I'm still trying to recover from the hideous red marks (one is over an inch long) and the remnant breakouts it left on my chin. It could work for some people, as demonstrated in the other reviews, but it certainly didn't work for me. I normally never have bad reactions to BP so I don't know what it was. My skin was so much better before I used it. If you're thinking of using this, be more cautious in your expectations, it's not a miracle product for everyone.
February 18, 2010
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Helped control acne and oil initially. Used at bedtime after washing face with Oxy Wash. Needed a good anti-sebum moisturiser during the day. Worked a miracle with Erythromycin
Cons:
After prolonged use, effect wears off unless other treatments are added
Helped me banish my acne!
February 7, 2010
Pros:
I love it! seriously. TRY IT! i'm 15 and had acne since the 7th grade.
Cons:
drying, but i use olay during the day. so it's all good.
ITS AMAZING! TRY IT! you've got nothing to lose.
February 4, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Makes skin SO soft, and I actually feel GOOD about what I am doing to my skin. Clears up fast, and if you do get a small pimple (trust me it wil be small) it goes away so fast. Soothes the skin, and heals it, helps it get better
Cons:
NONE! This product is so nice!
Ok WOW! I have used this product for just over 1 week, and my skin has COMPLETELY recovered from the severe drying effects Dan's regiment had on my skin. My skin was cracking from the dryness, and this healed it, along with my acne. I have MANY fewer bumps, and the ones I do have are healing with no new ones showing up. I feel good about putting this on my skin, it is addicting!
Please, if you are tired of trying all these drying, harsh, leave on your skin products, look into Carley's!
(the price I paid was dor the treatment and the day moisturizer, I use adult treatment, and they sent TONS of samples)
January 30, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I first purchased Carley's approx 2 years ago. I am over 50 years old but have been subject to annoying acne around my nose and chin. Drives me crazy, as I am a professional person, this just killed my confidence! After using more store bought s and mail order products, I gave Carelys a try. When I first starting using it it was slow to react, but a couple days later I noticed that it was clearing. I have used ever since
Cons:
If I stop using it for a few weeks I notice it comes back, I just keep using it!
This is the best product I have used. If you continue using it, you wont have a problem!!!!
January 27, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
-Works sometimes
-Can put all around face, not just spot treatment.
Cons:
-Sometimes leaves face red, and if its a cystic pimple dosent make it go away only makes its head.
I used this after i ran out of duac, not to bad. Trying to get off of BP though so this being 10% didnt really help
January 5, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
was nice and light - not too heavy on my face
felt clean
kept my face from getting oily through the day
Cons:
nothing yet....
except that i have heard that they send you more than you need, and send it more often than you need...
First of all... if any of you go to your doctor they will tell you that it WILL in fact make your acne worse before it gets better. ANY!!! product, even perscription products will do so! Do not base your decision on these reviews. i've only been using it for a few weeks, havent noticed too much of a difference but i have noticed my complexion looking a little more even.
Pros:
Cheap..
Works after the first day of using..
Leave skin feeling smooth