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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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June 26, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
You can't stop using it. If you stop, you're skin is worse than it was before you used it. I used it for about three years, then when I stopped, my skin broke out worse than it ever did. My skin became very rough and I ended up going to a dermtlgst
Use it if you're desperate, because it DOES work, but just be prepared to use it for the rest of your life. Otherwise, there are probably less "addictive" measures to take to clear up the acne.
June 23, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Drys out some acne, non-irritating.
Cons:
Doesn't completely rid your acne, it has yet to fully rid even one of my pimples, it makes them smaller, but it doesn't make them go away.
Expensive for such a little tube, try something else.
June 15, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It kind of helped on my face.
Cons:
Acne has completely taken over my neck! And it makes my face look red and it itches!
Don't even think about buying this piece of sh*t! It's not worth the money it is a cheap ass rip-off!!!!!!!!
June 10, 2008
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
This really does work. I only get the very odd breakout now if I am hormonal or ill with a virus or something. No longer have to pump myself full of antibiotics that don't really work. No need for any other topical applications.
Cons:
Can't buy in in England and therefore have to ship from the states.
Will stain dark coloured wash clothes and towels. Who cares, use white ones for your face.
I am about to place my third order for this. They send free soap with it which is brilliant in itself. I use this twice a day to wash my face - I do a double wash at night to really clean - then use the treatment scrub every morning in the shower. The one bar of soap lasts as long as the bottle of scrub which is about 4 or 5 months - bargain. They give a lifetime guarantee so even if you use the whole bottle, if it doesn't work return it for a full refund. You really have nothing to lose, because if you are like me you have tried everything out there including stuff that costs an absolute fortune. Please note that my costs include shipping to the UK. Their service is also excellent, they reply to all questions personally and give dedicated advice when needed. Really nice people.
June 7, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Uhhh...it gets rid of acne
Cons:
if you use too much it could dry out your skin. use a moisturizer always, and sunscreen when you go out
Its really good
June 5, 2008
Product used: Brevoxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (4% or 8%) Creamy Wash)
Pros:
THIS PRODUCT CHANGED MY LIFE!!! I used to suffer from really embarrassing acne to the point where I didn't even want to leave my house some days. I haven't had to worry about a breakout since I started using it. I recommend it to everyone!!
Cons:
None
Amazing stuff- I've tried every over the counter acne product, retin-a-micro, minicycline, ortho tri cycline, clindamycin..... this is the only thing that's worked
June 3, 2008
Product used: Solugel (Benzoyl Peroxide (8%) Gel)
Pros:
Usually gets rid of most noticeable trouble spots by morning (if applied at night).
Cons:
Skin is incredibly oily throughout the day.
After using it for a week, my skin becomes immune to the medication, and the Solugel no longer has any effect unless I stop for a few weeks, and then use it again...It will work for another few days.
If I use it sparingly, only when the face is getting real bad, it will remove most redness and spots by the next morning. Continued use doesn't have an overall effect. Continued use yields the same results as just not putting on anything at all, and just washing my face really well before bed.
May 22, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
it does clear up the acne because it dries it real quick. i have mild-moderate acne and just a couple of days of using it my acne has dried up. very cheap..it's only 125 pesos(10mg)which is only about 2 or 3 US dollars.
Cons:
i applied it once on my cheeks to avoid breakouts and it has been a week but my skin is still red, very flaky and dry. i only used it once on my cheeks but the side effects are so long lasting.
i have very sensitive skin so i guess the side effects are harsh but it's a good product overall.
May 21, 2008
Product used: Triaz (Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser)
Pros:
THIS PRODUCT WAS GIVEN TO ME AS A SAMPLE I STARTED OFF WITH A VERY LOW DOSAGE BUT EVEN THOUGH MY FACE WAS NEVER CLEARER...THEN I BUMPED UP TO A 6% AND MY FACE WAS FLAWLESS...
Cons:
THE PRICE..
YOU HAVE TO STAY FAITHFUL AND DONT STOP OR YES UR ACNE WILL COME BACK...AS DID MINE... BUT I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING AND ONLY THIS CLEANSER DOES IT FOR ME...I AM VERY HAPPY ...I HIGHLY RECOMMEND...
May 11, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It's the ONLY thing that I've tried that works!!! I've tried all the acne kits from: Murad, Neutrogena, Clean and Clear and Clinique.
Cons:
I've noticed if I'm out in the sun all day and I come home and use the product, that my skin tends to get redder and more sensitive.
It's been amazing to me, so I'm wouldn't even complain about the price. I'm 27 years old and I never had terrible skin, but I had the skin that constantly had at least 2 HUGE zits on my face at all times ever since I was 15. I LOVE PROACTIV!!!! Now I just need somthing for all the scars on my face. My friends and family have all noticed my newly clear face. I wish I would have tried it earlier... I was just a little iffy about a TV info-mercial product. I LOVE IT!!!
Pros:
It really does work, and you get perfect skin. It takes a while to start clearing up the acne, but after you pass that phase you don't break out anymore at all (not even during that time of the month).