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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 16, 2008
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Cons:
Sometimes if i leave it on for too long my skin can get dry.
I am only thirteen and have had acne since i was 9. it was all over my face, upper and lower back and chest area. I couldnt wear singlets or bikini's. I had no confidence. Then i started using this and along with plenty of water and a fairly good diet, my acne has been almost cured. I still have some zits on my face but it looks loads better. The thing i learnt is that you have to be patient, it wont clear your skin up totally in a week, because it takes many weeks, but it is very effective and good. I would highly recommend it! I also use the Benzac AC gel for afterwards.
October 14, 2008
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
One of the best products I have ever used. Cleared up skin within a few weeks. Skin not oily like it was after being on some regimens.
Cons:
Skin feels tight after use. Still haven't found the right moisturizer yet to go along with it.
Very good product. be patient with it. Might have a few pimples come up at first, but those will go away fairly quickly. Skin may feel tight if you have dry skin, but if you can find the right moisturizer, this product is perfect.
October 14, 2008
Pros:
I found this on sale for $1.99! (: Well, actually my mom did. So she bought like, 5 boxes. I have actually tried it yet, but I feel like posting my progress as I go with the treatment.
Cons:
Dry skin. But aloe vera helps!
Good for those girls with puberty in their way! Makes you feel good about yourself in front of your friends, no need to hide your forehead behind those greasy bangs!
October 10, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Helps clear skin.
Cons:
I found it hard to blend in completely. There would always be white residue leftover.
I don't know why anyone who's using BP would choose this product over gel-based products, that go on smoother, and are just as effective. I have to say that Dan's BP is still the best I've used.
September 21, 2008
Product used: Solugel (Benzoyl Peroxide (4%) Gel)
Pros:
cleared my skin up COMPLETELY
Cons:
made my skin very dry and red and peeling
After I quit using my previous acne treatment, I started to break out again. I started applying Solugel twice a day and it made my skin hurt and peel, but it cleared my skin up. After a week or two my skin was perfectly clear. Now I use Solugel once a day with Marcelle Aquamatte Hydrating fluid and my skin has stayed clear ever since. Great product!
September 14, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
seemed to work at first...
Cons:
I'm NOT sure..but did anyone else observe a bunch of tiny little bumps after a couple of weeks? (doubt it was from diet) ...used it with benzoyl peroxide gel....
I want to know if other people also experienced more small little acne bumps after about 3 weeks?
August 24, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It smelled pretty good, and left my skin with a nice, clean feeling.
Cons:
It just did not work! I broke out even MORE after I used it. It left my skin dry after a few days. It cleared me up for about a day, and then everything came back. I didn't like it!
Don't try it. It doesn't work. Even though it says its 4x stronger than Proactive it's not, and it leaves your skin dry and flaky.
August 16, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It completely gets rid of acne breakouts. Especially ones that come from dietary changes, weather changes, and hormonal changes (periods).
Cons:
There really aren't many negative effects.
I generally have very clear skin, but at the sane time, I have outbreaks randomly in the course of the year that turn very severe especially around my forehead, nose, and chin, especially during the summer, and I have always relied on my acne medicine to clear my face up. Without fail, Clearasil's Acne Treatment Cream is one of the best out there. It's convenient; easy to apply and easy to buy. And it simply works.
August 15, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
EVERYTHING
Cons:
A little dryness in the corners of my nose.
THE ANSWER TO MY PRAYERS!I have had acne since i was 8 years old and my back was horrendous.The DAY i bought panoxyl my face was less greasy.And the second night i used it it was a miracle i was completely CLEAR.I ACTUALLY CRIED BECAUSE I WAS SO HAPPY!!!
August 14, 2008
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
seems more powerful than what other products ive used- stridex, oxy, clean and clear, neutrogena
Cons:
best used in small doses
shockingly works better than the other, more expensive products- ive tried several three-step systems that didn't measure up at all.
Pros:
This workes great on my skin. It smooths the surface and cleans deep down into the acne.