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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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October 29, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Do NOT buy this product. It might sound great with all the reviews and pros, but they put that out there so you will buy it. There is no contract saying you have to pay for the full amount, but they are trying to make me ( a 17 year old girl) pay for the product even though I want to cancel. You do not get a 60 day money back gaurente. I have not gotten my product and it was sent out on the 12th well today is the 27th, but they are still making me pay $30 for a product i have not gotten.
All they care about is getting your money. The customer service line wouldn't even give me my money back. The cancelation requires you to pay 3 months even if the month has not come yet, and you will not get that product even when you are paying it. IT IS A SCAM.
October 16, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
-Less burning than higher BP levels you find in drugstore products
-Prevents new cysts from forming on my jawline
-Any zits that do get through because of stress or hormones never get very big and go away within a couple of days
-A lot of product
Cons:
-Flakiness (way less than drugstore BP, though)
-Stains clothes (as does all BP)
I started following the regimen about a year ago and cleared up my acne using drugstore products with five or ten percent BP, which burn like crazy. I switched to two percent but could only find it in tiny little tubes, so when I ran out of my last little tube of drugstore BP I decided to order the Acne.org version. It's great - it goes on smoothly, clear, and wears well under makeup as long as I use plenty of my Cetaphil moisturizer to combat flakiness. I actually only use the treatment once per day, at night, unless I feel the familiar 'twinge' of a cyst about to pop up (I tend to get big, painful ones on my jawline that last for weeks). When I feel one coming up I start using this twice per day and it keeps them from developing and flaring up. I haven't had a cyst like that in months. This product does what it's supposed to do. As with all BP, this can bleach fabric, so I recommend getting white sheets and towels or just towels that you don't mind bleaching. It's part of the lifestyle and a small price to pay for clear skin.
October 15, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
fades acne away fast
Cons:
drys the skin too much
bad customer service
drys the skin too much.i think oil is required in the skin not to get wrinkled.fades away all the oil in the skin.does not reply the questions about the product.i do not recommend this product
October 14, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
Clears active pimples
Cons:
-Flakiness
-Dryness
-destroys skin tone
-makes hyperpigmentation worse
-once you're on the stuff you're on forever unless you want your acne back
Listen guys, this stuff does clear acne if you're on it long enough. It took me 4 months and I was "pimple free." This does NOT include the terrible dark marks it leaves behind. I would not recommend this if you're looking for a solution for your acne. My face is now starting to get some of it's tone back that the bp destroyed. Once you're finally clear, you would think you could gradually get off the stuff, but no. You're on it for life. I personally think your skin gets addicted to it and has more trouble fighting off acne now that I'm off of it. Bottom line is, I would not recommend this product
October 8, 2012
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
-2.5 benzoyl peroxide (not too irritating)
-Easily found in drug stores
Cons:
-Only works as a spot treatment-would not recommend for the whole face.
I like this product simply as a spot treatment. It helps get rid of enlarged pimples that simply won't get away. If i feel a white head coming in i will dab a pea sized amount on it before bed and in the morning it will help reduce the size and redness. This is not a miracle product but definitely helps those that get occasional breakouts.
September 19, 2012
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Cheap
Easy to purchase
Works quickly
Lasts a long time
Cons:
None
Used to get a lot of pimples during teenage years. This completely cleared up whilst on the contraceptive pill Yasmin. I was on this for 10 years. Wanted to start a family so had to come off the pill. Pimples came back with a vengeance! At 30 I felt very self conscious and looked up solutions on the Internet. During my teenage years I'd used the usual harsh treatments which never worked, so knew it would be a waste of money. I found acne.org. However since I live in the UK I was not prepared to pay those prices on top of massive postage & packaging prices. I googled Benzoyl Peroxide and found that Boots sell the Panoxyl Aquagel 2.5% for as little as £3.50! Bought it in my local Boots the next day. My routine, just my normal Clarins face wash. Followed by toner. I then put my eye cream on (not getting any younger!), then I put the gel on my finger the size of HALF a pea, then spread this on what I call the 'Homer Simpson six o'clock shadow' area, avoiding the lips and the area around my eyes (basically avoiding where I out the eye cream). Sounds like a small amount but it does spread. Then after a couple of minutes I slap on my moisturiser. I reckon any will do, but I use Clarins. I only do this at night. I do not use the gel after I've washed my face in the morning, that would be too drying. My face cleared up a treat after a couple of weeks. On top of this I drink just under 2 litres of water a day, and I have a facial every 2 weeks, cos lets face it, how often do you work on your face for 30 to 60 mins? It helps to get rid of dead skin cells and any other clogging which can only help your skin! After seeing the results I stopped using the gel, but after a few weeks pimples came back, so I started using again and have been using the gel for about 4 months now and have perhaps had 6 pimples in total during that time which disappear very quickly. I can't recommend this product enough, and a big thank you to acne.org for making me aware of Benzoyl Peroxide. So
September 13, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Clear Acne
Gives a Refreshing Feeling
Cons:
Too much will cause a reaction
Dries Skin (Use Moisturizer)
I love this product. But you have to be really careful not to use too much. 10% BP is high, and if you use too much it'll give you an allergic reaction (Small little bumps). I use it as a face wash at least 2 times a day. 3 times a day at most. I sometimes use it as a spot treatment too! But not a lot, only the places you need it, and just a little over that pimple or pimples. Be careful not to get it in your eyes, it will sting/burn! Some people say it bleaches their hair, but it hasn't done anything to mine. If you have sensitive skin, try a little patch of your skin to make sure you don't react to it. I have to be super careful because my older sister is highly allergic to BP! Good Luck! :)
August 27, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
great customer service
easy use
works the first time
Cons:
burns
stops working if you take a break
makes acne worse the second time around
expensive
time consuming
Proactiv worked wonders for me the first time I used it for light/moderate acne, but once I took a break to give my skin some recovery time and then began using Proactiv again, it broke me out horribly, and they changed the formula! Instead of the classic cleanser, they added some scrubbing beads that couldn't possibly be good for your skin twice a day everyday. I would say unless you have light acne and plan on using proactiv for the rest of your life, don't waste your time!
August 26, 2012
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
This product has literally cured my ten year struggle with moderate persistent acne. I no longer have to wear makeup or acne night creams, my skin just stays clear. I use it twice a day. I saw results within the second week of usage. Amazing!
Cons:
Had a bit of dry skin one day but nothing major
Buy it and use it.
August 22, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
-Huge amount for the price
-Great consistency- absorbs quickly
-Works perfectly fine under makeup
Cons:
-Like all bp products, it can be drying and it can bleach hair/ fabrics
This stuff is gold. It's the best bp I've used as far as consistency and effectiveness. The quality is top notch and the price is great. If you're wanting to start the regimen, I honestly think this is the only product you need to buy from acne.org-- everything else can be bought from your local drugstore and will be just as effective.
IF you are using Neutrogena On The Spot, I suggest switching immediately to this. I tried the Neutrogena and it's not even close to the amazingness of Dan's bp.
Pros:
There are people to talk to 24/7