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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 25, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
For greasy pizza/fried chicken face people. Will harm sensitive girl faces. I have that fried chicken face so it cleared it up. Too bad I decided to try Clearasil, oxy, neutrogena products. Acne got bad, going back to get clean and clear.
I have that ugly greasy face that people say eww and walk away. With this product it help desire my oily skin. Also, i use the astrigent that is the orange bottle not the blue for that extra oily skin. My skin started to dry a little too much so i use a moisterizer with 2% salysic acid. It all goes fine but the problem is that the scars dont go away. what i found out that the only way to rid of the scars is a #3(usually the lotion) that has benzoyl peroxide at least of 2.5%. The problem is that most of shirts around the front neck area will get bleached because i sweat all day. but i rather have that then a greasy, oily, beyond acne face.
March 24, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
I used to use this a long time ago when I was like 12-13 and t helped so much, now im around 16 and I have horrible breakouts, like its disgusting and embarassing, I guess im gonna start using it again tonight and hopefully it works as well as it did
Cons:
None, it drys fast but, get over it.
Really really good acne cream!
March 24, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
I like using this wash. Yes, it is strong, but if you have an oily face it makes it normal while keeping acne away. No fragrance!
Cons:
Dryness
I've used this for a week and 1/2 and have had nothing but stellar results. It has dried up existing acne and is keeping my face clearer than I have been in over a year. I'm going to continue to use! Try it, you don't have anything to lose!
March 22, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It is effective, it doesn't dry my skin out and I don't even need additional moisturizer (I usually do).
Cons:
It can be hard to dispense from the bottle, but so what, it works.
I have had horrible adult acne for years. I have tried everything. Salycic acid made my acne worse, and 10% BP dried my skin out, so I bought this the other day at Sam's club for around $28 (you get way more than at the regular store) and now my face has no new acne and my face is almost completely clear! This stuff really worked for me.
March 22, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
It is really affective
Cons:
I believe it has caused me to develop a bumpy ras all over te back of my arms in the shoulder area where I applied it. I stopped using it and the bumps haven't gone away yet.
If you don't have sensitive skin its really effective. These bummps are incredibly embarassing and persistent.
March 3, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Didn't work, ruined towels, clothes etc. (took all colour out of them) made skin dry and flaky
Don't bother - not cheap and so not worth it.
March 2, 2009
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Gel)
Pros:
Definantely helps to clear up the blemishes. I had majorly bad cystic acne, and its working like a dream so far.
Cons:
Made my skin reaaaallly red and dry.
Definantely use with a moisturiser! It did a pretty good job with my skin, when proactiv and antibotics werent doing it.
Stick with it for at least a couple of months though, it wont do much on bad cystic acne overnight.
March 1, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Cleared up my skin very very very fast! I was very cheap and so far no redness or swelling!
Cons:
Not a big one- But under my chin is drying out a little but if you follow it with a little of an SPF face moisturizer its fine!
It works miracles for my skin! For those of you with very sensitive skin that it has been swelling or redness, they have come out with a new product just for you! It a special one that uses a milder formula but still helps! And for those of you who are drying out from it and feel scaly, if you read the lotion bottle it recommend that you use a little of an SPF facial moisturizer after it to prevent such a thing from happening! In conclusion I love Acne Free and will continue using it =)
February 26, 2009
Product used: Klear Action (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked fast
Cons:
it didnt last long for as fast as it worked
I mean, it worked well, no doubt, but t didnt stay working well. Plus, after my first week, the acne came back. I didnt like the grit either.
February 24, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The first time I used this product it worked well, it cleared up some of my acne, but after a week or so the acne started coming back and it was even worse.
Cons:
It burns, it makes your skin VERY, VERY dry and thin and after about 3 weeks my skin started peeling off.
It didn't clear up my face at all, in fact, it made it even worse.
It was so dry, my skin almost cracked. At least, that's how it felt. Also, it made my skin very itchy and it started peeling off. It was very gross. I couldn't go out in the sun without putting on sunblock, otherwise my skin would get even drier. So at that point I stopped using proactiv and now I'm using a regular oil-free face wash. Also, I began eating more fruits & vegetables and I stopped using dairy products, although the last one is very difficult for most people. The results are not always perfect, but it worked for me! I know it sounds corny, but I really think the key to beautiful, clear skin lies in your cupboard!
Pros:
Got about 10 zits on my mustache and the other 10 around my face. There was 4 cyst on my face. With this, about 3 weeks it almost completely cleared out everything.