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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 4, 2007
Cons:
Horrible name
Let me tell you guys a little bit about ZAPZYT, or as I call it, Harry Potter's Acne-Be-Gone. This stuff is seriously a miracle product, or at least it has been for me. My skin has always been a little ratty. I've never had horrible skin, but always mild-moderate acne over the past 4 years. I bought this product one evening, and MY SKIN WAS CLEAR TWO DAYS LATER. The only thing left were a few light-red marks on the skin where acne used to be. It's practically a pimple eraser. I suggest only putting it on pimples, and not covering your face. It's good enough at getting rid of a developing pimple, so you really need only to play defense. Also, if you have a pimple, feel free to pop it. Afterwards, put a dab of this stuff on it. It will be gone overnight. This certainly won't cure your acne (only God can do that, son), but regular use will keep it away. I've tried everything, and this is clearly the best yet.
September 28, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
It's unscented so there isn't anything to clog your pores, it makes my skin feel really soft, and it's helping with acne
Cons:
it's a little drying so i recommend using a different oil-free moisturizer with it, still in the purging process
I really like Clinique's 3-step acne soltions skin regimen(the starter kit should last about 4 weeks.) I use the cleansing foam twice a day( and i LOVE it-it makes my skin feel so soft and nice!), and I use the clarifying lotion and clearing moisturizer once a day. The clarifying lotion is more like a toner and will dry your skin out, so i only use it where my skin is oily and breaks out. Same with the clearing moisturizer. In the mornings I use an oil-free moisturizer all over, at night just on my cheeks and chin. This skin care regimen has cleared most of my existing acne, and it's still bringing up everything underneath my skin, but it's about done - i've used if for almost 3 weeks.
September 3, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I purchased the 30-Day trial of Proactiv. I love it so far. Clearing up my skin very well and people are noticing the difference. My face has become smoother and I feel confidence.
Cons:
I have sensitive skin so the toner tingles after a couple of uses but goes away after like two minutes. Other then that everything is fine.
Dosent work automatically, just takes some time.
August 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Using the refining mask as a spot treatment helped a bit I guess...
Cons:
Where do I start? Red, dry, itchy skin... with oily patches in place... caused my skin to break out even worse.
Day one into using proactiv my skin became so soft and no other pimples were forming... other than some oily skin on my forehead I was so happy because I thought I had FINALLY found a product that would finally help clear up my acne (which isn't really THAT bad.. but bad enough to make me want to try the product). I went to bed with a huge smile on my face. The next morning, however, was a totally different story. I woke up with my skin being extremely itchy... and as soon as I looked in the mirror I was horrified to find my entire face swollen, itchy, and covered in hundreds of little liquid-filled bumps. They weren't pimples exactly, but more like tiny blisters (sort of like the kind you get when you get a REALLY bad sunburn). Also, some pimples had formed as well... really painful ones. Fastforward to three days later and my skin is STILL red, bumpy, and feels like it's on fire.
August 20, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
IT Really Does Work with time and patiences..
Cons:
it takes a while to work and my face itches alot
well you have to use it everyday and twice i also bought the moisturizer which reduces the redness and the itching.....i love proactiv just give it a chance...
July 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works on and off
Cons:
Itchy, dry skin. Not enough moisture in the lotion at all, especially for my skin.
It works the first few times but then after a couple days, you start to break out. Then about 2 or 3 days after breaking out, you are really clear, and so on. It makes my skin dry, because there is not enough moisture in the lotion, and i need some more, different lotion on my face but im not sure if i should mix products. I am still using it, but am thinking of switching cause it doesn't fill all the requirements that i need. I have found another product, that i think will work a lot better than proactiv. It's called "Murad" and it's basically just like proactiv, because it has the 3 step process and everything. But it's different because it uses a milk base i guess, to make your face soft and still clear acne. So if anyone needs another product, you can look that up. I still have yet to buy it. Anyways, proactiv is not as good as people advertise.
May 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
After using this for 2 weeks, my skin is CLEAR. I can go out without makeup for the first time in YEARS! Plus, it hasn't dried my skin out at all since I started using it!
Cons:
The cleanser has a weird consistency, but it's exfoliating beads are NICE.
-Once you add the price of the Advanced Blemish Treatment and the Refining Mask, it gets more expensive, but it's definitely worth it!
I LOVE proactiv!!!
This is how I use it:
-In the morning I wash with the cleanser, apply toner and repair lotion, then dot the advanced blemish treatment on to any problem spots.
-At night I wash with the cleanswer, apply toner and repair lotion, then dot the refining mask on to any problem spots, let it dry, and sleep in it! Three times a week I use the refining mask like this:
-In the morning I wash with the cleanser, then apply the refining mask, let it sit for ten minutes, rinse it off, apply the toner and repair lotion, then dot the advanced blemish treatment cream onto any problem spots.
-At night I do my normal routine, using the refining mask as just a spot treatment.
April 30, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Works good gets rid of acne.
Cons:
if you use it on ur entire face it will destroy your face.
USE ONLY ON YOUR ZITS!!!
April 12, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Significantly reduces redness. doesn't dry out skin if yor skin type is normal.
Cons:
it works but break outs didn't go away until a week later. on the third day break outs got worse and gradually became better after that.
I have pretty good skin and rarely break out. when i do, it usually occurs on my chin and usually results from stress. if it sounds like i'm describing your skin, then do not use this product unless you plan on not going out for a week.
Here's the story:
On the week of midterms, i got one of these ridiculously disgusting set of pimples where there's three pimples on one bump? i don't really know how to explain it... but yeah, it was grosse. i went to a local CVS and i was instantly drawn to this crap that i wasted 11 bucks on. so i expected my set of pimples to dry out in 3 days because i applied this smelly crap (it's bearable) four times a day. but on the third day it got EXTREMELY huge. i was REALLY tempted to pop them but i decided i should just wait another 3 days and call the company to get some sort of refund back if it still didn't work. Unfortunately, i was unable to work because after the third day, the size reduced and in a couple of days it eventually dried out.
March 22, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
quick and easy to apply..no burning or stinging..does help control break outs and assists in minimizing irritation...
Cons:
would not say it eliminates all pimples, does dry slightly..
makes you feel confident that somebody who has acually experineced similar acne has devised a product to help others....instead of just taking your money....thank you Dan...
Pros:
Fast-acting
Easy to spread
Minimal fragrance