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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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November 2, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Toner stings a bit
Very expensive for the amount
Very fragrant
It did clear up my acne, but I used it in conjunction with a prescription medication, which I think did more to get rid of my acne, and proactiv helped to maintain that. I did wean myself off of both, to see how well my skin held up, and it's doing fine. I stopped using it mainly because it's expensive and I found better, cheaper and more natural products. For each of the products: the cleanser is quite abrasive, and I have tough, oily skin, so it worked for me. The toner stung, and I didn't feel like it did much, just dry out my skin even though there's no alcohol. The repairing lotion, I think, is a must. It keeps my pores clean, and that's the only thing I plan on repurchasing. I've heard a lot of people say the system stops working the instant you stop using it...thankfully not for me. Overall, this is really for people without sensitive, dry skin, who have the money, and aren't sensitive to fragrance. I would recommend this... But then again, not everyone has my skin type
November 2, 2011
Product used: Spectro (AcneCare)
Pros:
Worked well, removed acne, reduced oil imediately
Cons:
Left a white chalky reidue behind
Absolutely excellent! will never go without it!! It reduced pimple size over night, and kill the pimple within a day.
*use the deep pore cleanser with 5%BP
October 31, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
very very good product, cleared my acne whitin a month after trying everything for 9 years. very highly recommended. never thought i would find a product that accually works and that stops working after a while this product keeps working it gets better and better.
Cons:
absolutly none AT ALL
greatest product ever used in my entire life
October 25, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
There is NONE.
Cons:
Expensive/Waste of time
To start off my acne isn't even bad to begin with, but I do break out constantly due to stress. What amazes me is the fact that this product is everywhere! TV walmart, target etc. and it is HORRIBLE. Bottom line is this "life changing revolutionary acne treatment" is a waste of time and money and to be honest Due to my crazy schedule, I have zero time to actually sit down and write a review for a product but I had to do it for this one because THAT'S JUST HOW BAD IT IS.
October 15, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Bar)
Only product that really works for me. Glad to see it back on store shelves. Before you take any prescription medication for acne, give this product a try.
October 10, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Absolutely None and Do not let anyone fool you into thinking there are any... prolonged use does not equal success it equals prolonged charges on your account.... if this product worked they would sell it in stores! not through raping your account and card numbers...
Cons:
Did not in anyway help the acne... Cost way too much and continued to charge even after payment was stopped through the bank and the card was canceled. horribly rude and impatient sales folks who are of no help and false promises of money back guarantees that are hidden between lies and loop holes and hidden fees...
DO NOT BE TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF BY THIS COMPANY AND PRODUCT IT DOES NOT WORK
October 8, 2011
Product used: Neutrogena (SkiniD Anti Acne Treatment)
Pros:
Reduces the size of acne within a few days. Then stops working (if you have sensitive skin).
Cons:
Irritated skin
Skin peeling
Red skin
Puffiness
Rash
I bought skin ID hoping it would improve my moderate acne. I started using the 3 products as directed, and in the first week i noticed that the small bumps on my forehead were slightly going away, and i wouldn't get more than a pimple on either side of my cheeks. But on the 5th day were i applied the BP i had a raised, puffy, red, itchy rash. So i stopped taking skin id all together, and it took 2 weeks, but my rash went away. Skin ID started to work for me but then turned into a rash. I wouldn;t recommend this product for people with sensitive skin. Skin ID uses 3 kinds of acid, one acid in each of the 3 products you get. The directions are to use all of the products within 30 mins, so you're putting 3 harsh chemicals on your skin, one right after each other. So for sensitive skin its going to irritate very badly. I know your looking for a solution for your acne, but if you have sensitive skin, i would advice that you don't use Skin ID. It will do more harm to your skin than good. I would recommend going to your doctor instead and getting a prescription, and not ordering something from the TV. Skin ID products aren't really designed for your skin. All they do is give you a different percentage of SA or BQ, but you're still getting the basic harsh chemicals found in all over the counter acne products.
October 8, 2011
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
-Leaves skin soft
-Get's rid of zits in a few weeks, stop new zits.
-Vanishes(which is great!)
Cons:
-Leaves skin red
-Stings a bit
Even though I'm highly allergic to the active ingredient(Benzoyl Peroxide), this product really does work on my skin. First time I used it, it make my biggest pimple, about ten times smaller. Though, my skin is highly sensitive, so it's red after putting on, I just wear it at night or on the weekends, when I wash it off, my skin is pretty soft, which is great! It does take a bit for it to work on some people, but for me, it worked in just a few hours, I don't have very many zits, or white heads, just a lot of black heads on my nose, it made those smaller and barely noticeable!
October 7, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- Cleared up inflamed acne FAST!
- Helped prevent breakouts
- Made my skin very smooth!
- Easy to use
- Works well, if you use it right
Cons:
- Can be drying
- Small bottle
- Doesn't clear blackheads or 'deeper' acne very well
- Makes acne worse at the beginning, but TOTALLY worth it!
- Toner dries out skin, it's unnecessary
I used the lotion A LOT. I take the bottle and squeeze about a fat, finger length line onto my hand and use that all over my face. It's going to feel like you're using too much, but keep rubbing it into your skin until it feels like the lotion is 'absorbed'.
You need to use it CONSISTENTLY. At first my acne got WAY worse. But I kept using it, I figured it was 'bringing out deeper impurities'. About two weeks after I started using it, I saw a significant improvement in my skin. I'm SO glad I didn't stop using it!
My skin is so much clearer and when I look in the mirror I don't see a ton of zits or uneven skin, I see clear skin!
(((Also, I changed my pillow case twice a week. It helped clear up my skin a lot.)))
September 26, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Helped at first but stopped working.
Cons:
Always ran out of the moisturizer.
Stained all my clothes, towels, and pillow cases.
Ver pricey.
I dont recommend it to anybody!!! Before proactive my face was not too bad, now I think my face is severly messed up.
Pros:
Cleared up my skin
Cleanser is a great exfoliator