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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 1, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Not so much for back acne...
Other Proactiv products with salicylic acid doesn't really work for me
I have been using this product for 4 years now. I should say that I could no longer live my life without it. Thank you PROACTIV. I have had acne for more than 10 years. I've been through a lot of treatments but nothing seemed to work. It was only after I used the proactiv system that my acne has cleared up. Other Proactiv products like "Concealer plus" & " Body lotion" or anything with salicylic acid content doesn't really work for me. Neutrogena with salicylic acid doesn't work for me as well so I suppose it's because of that active ingredient. By the way, Proactiv product doesn't really work for my back acne... I have been using it for 2 years now. Or maybe it's not acne, it could be some some allergies from chicken or other fried foods.
February 15, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (One Hour Pimple Patches)
Pros:
-did decrease the pimple size
Cons:
-expensive
-run out of pads soon & can not replace them
-do not fit right on face
-not sure if the battery was ever working
-hard to center on zit correctly
-ended up using tape to hold in place
Here is the deal with this product. You get a big tube of 5%BP and you get a sticky pad with a battery that "sends the BP" into the pimple. Good luck trying to put the pad on the right spot and keeping that sucker on if it is in a wierd place. The pad was fine when the zit was on my flat forehead, but forget about keeping it on the chin without some tape.
Next, you can probably just get some BP get and put a BandAid over it and maybe put the zeno or a blow dryer on that, because I think it would be the same effect.
The only reason this did not get one smiley face because I did get some smoothe and cooling BP out of it. The product did make the duration of my cyst less but after the third pad, the cyst still came up anyway and turned into a big dime open area of inflammation and scar that I will have for the next 4 months like always!! TOTALLY NOT WORTH THE MONEY!!
February 1, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-Face felt smooth after the first wash.
-Nothing else.
Cons:
-Price
-Dries skin
-Doesn't wok
-Everything, basically
My first thought is this: WOW! I thought I would give this a try since they offered free shipping. What did I have to lose except for my pimples (and money)? The face wash had an unpleasant smell, but I figured that was a small detail that could be overlooked if the product actually worked. The beads are also very scratchy and uncomfortable. Also, the toner smells like eggs. After the first use, my skin felt smooth. I was feeling good. I tried it again the next day with similar results. But the third day is when it began.... I washed my face right before bed and noticed it was burning. It 'twas rather uncomfortable. But I ignored it like someone in a horror movie ignores the mysterious footsteps and decides to go to sleep anyway. I used it again the next morning. It. Was. Awful. My face was burning terribly. It was raw and red, as if I had been sunburned, and it burned for several hours after use. My skin felt scaly and rough, like an crocidile's hide. I tried to cover the pimples that Proactive FAILED to eliminate. The make-up burned even more. I vowed to never use this toxic waste on my face again. Two weeks later, and my skin is still dry and peeling. It looks like I smeared Elmer's glue on my face, let it dry, and tried to peel it off. I have used face washes that have dried my skin before, but nothing has ever compared to this. Nothing! Everyone's skin is different. This was terrible for me, but it might be good for you. Just be aware that if you have sensitive skin, this is not for you. Save your skin. Use something else. P.S. I only paid $20 for it because I tried the trial size. Still isn't worth it.
January 15, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Clears acne
easy to use
Cons:
drys face out at first
smell
This stuff works!! After using Murad( which sucks) for 5 weeks my face was a mess and I didn't even want to go out of the house! I have had acne since I was a teen and now I am 31 years old and its finally under control!! My face has been much better!!! I love this stuff and wish I would have gotten it sooner!! I also bought the acne solutions foundation!! The price is no object as long as I have a clear face!! Give it a try you won't be dissappointed!!
January 15, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
face feels clean
smooths skin
Cons:
makes your face look shiny
I've only been using proactiv for a week now. I used to have severe acne but just have moderate now and a few scars. So far it's just really dried out and kind of burned my skin and the breakouts are still there. I dont like putting it on in the morning either because it makes my skin look shiny and just not good. But like I said it's only been a week. I'm going to give it atleast 6-8 weeks before making any kind of decision as to whether stop or not. Overall my skin feels a little smoother so I'm hoping it is working somehow.
January 10, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
-helps acne
Cons:
-none
I used this product when i was younger and my acne was less severe but and i only had like one to two pimples at a time. its pretty good
January 8, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
- Goes on smooth
- Leaves no residue
- Minimal irritation
- Shipped quickly
- GREAT value
Cons:
- None
LOVE this product. I couldn't believe how much I got for $16. 8 oz. for $16, when in a drugstore the Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment is $9 for a 0.75 oz tube. Great deal, love it, couldn't ask for a better product.
December 14, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Didn't work at all and the company charged my account for product I didn't recieve and I have yet to recieve a refund and it's been 6 months. Everytime I call they claim my account is "all screwed up" and they don't know why I was charged and I should recieve a check in a few weeks. HA! I've called 8 times already!
Don't buy from this company at all! They'll rip you off!
December 1, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Significantly reduced my 2 of my pimples in 1 day.
Cons:
Burned like hell! I haven't used BP in a long time and 10% probably wasn't the best way to start up again, but I used this stuff sparring on several trouble spots in the AM and PM, and my skin became extremely irritated and inflamed. I had to to take 3 days off my normal acne regimen to allow my skin to recover.
If your skin can handle the higher percentage and tolerate, the itching, burning, tingling of your skin, then this product is great. Also, it does reduce pimples significantly and eliminates scars.
November 28, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
REDUCES acne
Cons:
Doesn't get rid of blackheads, which is the reason I got it
My skin has never been so dry... I have scales like a fish!!!
I think it just strips your skin of everything so there is nothing for acne to feed off of. I think paint thinner would be just as effective. It burned my skin the first few uses... should something that is supposed to be good for your skin make you feel like you just washed it with acid?
I'm cancelling my order.. too late to return.
Pros:
It really works for face acne