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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November 5, 2006
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
None
I got this for like 13 bucks, used it for about 2 weeks and its not bad. It tends to dry out your skin a little but after like an hour my skin goes back to normal. So far it's working so fingers crossed. Recommended for people who have tried everything else.
November 2, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It is really affordable and it seems to work really good.
Cons:
Does dry your skin out at first.
If you keep using this and dont get discouraged it really worked for me. I have used so many products for my moderate acne and nothing has worked as good as this. I still get a few pimples every once in a while but nothing like it used to be. It also seems like the pimples I get now are a lot smaller and easyer to cover up with makeup.
October 31, 2006
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE PRODUCTS. I SUFFERED WITH ACNE rosacea the last few years and the carleys clear and smooth product really cleared up my skin. The natural soap is wonderful and the daytime mosturizer makes my skin soooo smooth.Buy it!!
Cons:
The smell of the daytime mosturizer could be improved.
The products are great and the shipping is very well priced. We always get gauged in Hawaii and they shipped it for the same price as mainland addresses. I appreciate that!!
October 31, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I like it. I have occasional acne around that time of month. I have had this for about 20 years. I have been using Proactive for over a year and my break-outs are down to a minimal if none at all.
Cons:
I don't like the 3rd step( the repairing lotion). It dries out my face.
I don't think any other product would do this. My face looks better now than in my 20's. I miss days of use, but it doesn't seem to make a difference as long as I use it more often than not. If you compare with other products on the market, I believe it has a fair price.
October 31, 2006
Where the hell would I be without it? Works amazingly well. I LOVE PROACTIV.
October 30, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Seems to really help my hormone induced adult acne
Cons:
It isn't "pretty" smelling, but it's fine for me
I really like it. It works better than anything else I've tried. I find the texture of my skin improved in leaps and bounds over night. My arms and back too. I tried a knockoff product from the store that sucked whereas Proactive worked great immediately. YOu may also have to use a moisturizer but at my age you do anyway. I am 42. I'm very happy with it so far.
October 29, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smooth skin & no acne.
Cons:
Too expencive; Doesn't help blackheads; having to wake up early to make sure i have enough time to use it
WORKS WONDERS. I've been using this product for almost a year now, and my skin has never been better. I admit, I still get the really bad zit around my mouth now and then during 'that time of the month', but I use Panoxyl 5% on them to get rid of them. I really do not know how I would be right now without this product. It has helped me SO much. I can go on now without pounds of foundation on my face, and when I don't mind now when I get my picture taken. I have to use it twice a day in order to have clear skin, my brother only has to use it once. So it's different for everyone. Downfall -- product doesn't help BLACKHEADS. And do NOT buy their skin ligtening cream either -- it caused the blackheads I have now. ;x ew ew ew.
October 28, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It helps to maintain my skin. Doesn't burn as much as some products. It's affordable and very availible.
Cons:
WILL BLEACH STUFF (Today I was wearing a new shirt and when I finished washing my face I noticed my shirt had a big pink spot on it). I am always in a hurry in the morning and since there are like 4 things to do it can be a little time consuming.
Helps clear up skin. Dries it out if you don't use a moisturizer.
October 25, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It's very affordable, and for a college student that is a wonderful thing. It is easier to access. I can go to Walmart and get it rather than having to order it online and have it shipped, etc.
Cons:
I always seem to run out of the toner before anything else.
ProActiv made me break out even more. Every cream my dermatologist perscribed never really helped. My skin still breaks out, but they are so small you don't even really notice them. My skin is so soft now, and it has an even consistency, not oily in some places and dry in others.
I love how I don't have to wear makeup and my skin looks great, and when I do wear makeup, my skin looks absolutely flawless.
October 24, 2006
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)
Pros:
it works really good
Cons:
bad s,ell and i dont see that much dirt on the pad
it dries quick and myu other homies use it too we all agree that it dries quick and works clean
Pros:
Good stuff