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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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April 11, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
dries out skin
it helps but it really dries out your skin if you don't use it carefully. I suggest you start off by only using it once every night or once every other day. It is worth a try so give it a shot : )
April 5, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
*It was easy to use
*It worked for a little bit but then it, obviously it stopped working!!
*The refining mask worked, but sometimes it made my acne worse!
Cons:
*Gave me dry skin
*Quite expensive
*I am only 13 and I was getting really bad lines around my eyes
*It burned
theres definately more negatives than positives about this range of skincare!
Proactiv, I must admit did work, but not for long.
After using it day and night, every day my skin started to get extremely DRY!!!
It was unbearable, one day it was so bad, that one half of my face was really dry and skin was peeling everywhere, and I had to go to school like that! it was embarassing.
Anyway, and then I got really bad lines under my eyes and I thought, 'maybe I should stop this product.
And I did!
But once I cancelled this product, they kept sending me proactiv months on end!
so now It has stopped coming but I have heaps of daily oil control, refining mask and a lot of bottles of repairing lotion! I'm glad I tried Proactiv, but it didn't work for me, but that doesn't mean itwon't work for other people
If you want to try it, you should.
It just didn't work for me! :)
April 4, 2012
Product used: Brevoxyl-4 (Benzoyl Peroxide (4%) Cream)
Pros:
it works really fast.
Cons:
peeling & itching of skin
my acne cleared in 3days of use..i used it in a combination with antibiotic azomax & i am happy with the results :)
March 18, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- It's kind of fun to go through a whole system
Cons:
- Gritty
- The cleanser hurts
- Smells like sweat and Mr. Clean
- Expensive
- Tiny bottle of BP
- Makes face really red
- Doesn't work
I got my proactiv kit from my mom, who bought it for me after my dermatologist was taking weeks to respond to my referral. I was skeptical, but since she already bought it and promised that it would work, I figured I had nothing to lose. The commercial advertises proactiv as being "creamy, gentle, and effective," but the truth is, it is none of the above. The cleanser is watery and gritty, almost like they filled it with sand. One the product dried out my face, the harshness caused bleeding and incredible irritation and pain, not to mention making my face look red and inflammed right before I had to go to school. It enrages me that proactiv has managed to convince the world that it is effective in clearing all kinds of acne, since it did absolutely nothing but make me feel hopeless about my acne. I wouldn't say it made my acne worse, but it's ineffectiveness did drive me to spam my dermatologist with e-mails requesting accutane.
March 17, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
1) Dark Spot Corrector Worked Extremely Well
2) The Basic "3 Step System" Cleared Skin Faster Than Expected
3) The Advanced Blemish Treatment Cleared Some Acne Spots Within Hours
Cons:
Irritates Sensitive Skin
Toner Made Skin Itch
Pricey$$$
Although the price is quite higher than other acne medications, I think it's worth the price. I had acne scars on my chin and after roughly a week of using the "dark spot corrector" with the 3 step system majority of them were gone. Yet I don't think this is right for people with "SEVER" acne from what I've read in the previous reviews. But for someone whos gets 2 or 3 small pimples a day it worked great!
-Hope this helps!
March 6, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Lessens Acne Fast
Cons:
Expensive.
I think that proactive really works, the first time i used it i stung but i left it on the next time i used it(that night) it did not sting one bit. i have been using it for about 2 weeks now and my skin has cleared up tremendously. i would recommend this product for people who have tried everything else as this is a bit pricey. also if you wear make up try the proactive stuff
February 25, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-Does deliver to its promise
-seems to help clear up old red marks too
-pimples go away quickly, and then they dont come back
Cons:
-drying
-if you ever stop for more than 2 or 3 days, all your acne will come back, full force
-expensive
Bottom line, it works. I have only been using it for about 60 days, but it does work. I stopped for a few days to give my skin a break from benzyl proaxide, and my skin broke out. But to be completely serious, I dont care if it's going to break out when I stop. I just want to have clear skin while I use it. MAKE SURE TO HAVE A GREAT MOISTURIZER.
February 24, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Clears Blackheads wonderfully!
Cons:
NOT for sensitive skin- it will burn and sting
To be fair, I have rosacea and my skin is sensitive, the product did work but I just cannot tolerate the itch & burn anymore. Even after over a month of use and in small quantities it burns so baddd!!! For people with "normal" skin, it's probably a great product- but if you have rosacea/sensitive skin-stay away it's way too strong. (still giving it a 4 because I think the extreme reaction is not "typical")
February 9, 2012
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Clear Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
dries "whiteheads" very quickly (often overnight)
somewhat reduces blackheads
good for drying body acne as well
Cons:
Redness (leaves large red marks at times)
Dries skin & can cause peeling
stiff feeling
doesn't prevent acne
good for quick drying I use vaseline to combat the dry skin & redness after use
January 25, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- left my skin smooth
- my complexion wasn't that perfect yet but I could see positive results within that first week
- did not smell awful like other users seem to complain about (I've smelled worse)
Cons:
- didn't completely get rid of my acne scars
- if I stop using it & try other brands my skin will break out profusely
- my skin still remains oily
Every individual is different. I keep hearing negative reviews about this product but fortunately it works for me. So even if this product might not work for that person it could work wonders for you. You won't know it until you try. Trying out facial products is all about trial & error. If it doesn't work then move on to the next. This might sound tedious but be patient. There are far worse scenarios out there, yours is just finding the right acne product. Good luck!
Pros:
dries out pimples
goes on clear