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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.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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September 7, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Expensive, and it's JUNK! Chemicals aren't good for your skin! Benzoyl peroxide and methylparaben are TOXIC to the body. They cause cancer in lab rats. And yes Proactiv tests on animals! CRUEL!
I totally wasted my money on this stuff. It irritated my skin. Overall it didn't fix anything. And I want to punch that blond bimbo Jessica Simpson every time I see the add. LIAR! Slick marketing.. don't be fooled! It's no better than regular acne products. To be honest, I have been using a mask of baking soda and water, and it has been the only thing that gets rid of my acne! Baking soda is better than anything I've ever used before. And it's natural!
August 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It really works...my acne cleared up 95% of the way in about 3 weeks or so.
Cons:
Its a bit smelly but worth it LOL
Proactiv really works. Just be patient with it and don't over-use it.
August 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
DOESN'T WORK
TRY VITAMINS 5 OR B5. ACNE FREE BECAUSE IT WILL TAKE AWAY YOUR OIL FROM INSIDE
August 21, 2007
Pros:
redeuses redness, and pimple size, fells better than the other medications, and afordable.
Cons:
dosent clear up your skin right away, it takes about 1-2 weeks to really see a change.
would recomend if you have some acne, but too much acne wont clear up your face that much.
August 15, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I thought it would work.
Cons:
IT SUCKS!!!!
This stuff just made my acne worse!!
August 15, 2007
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Males)
Pros:
These are just sugar pills that people who hardly have any acne at all take. The only reason some people think its working is because they hardly have any acne and the benzoyl peroxide that comes with the pills takes care of their pimples.
Cons:
After two weeks or so, you begin to get horrible acne that the pills do not clear up. My face was literally covered in pimples after a month on these pills. I stayed on the treatment for six weeks and my acne just kept getting worse and worse.
Do not buy this product. Listen to me when i tell you this. I have tried every treatment on the market, none of them work. I dont care what people claim, none of the treatments available over the counter or online will get rid of your acne. If you really want to get rid of your acne, you must go to a dermatologist or a doctor who can prescribe you some antibiotics. I have been on tetracycline for only a week, and i have not gotten a single new pimple. DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT!!!!!!!!!!
IT WILL MAKE YOUR ACNE WORSE THAN IT ALREADY IS!!!!!
July 23, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I really like this product. I have mild acne with occasional breakouts. With this product I have had fewer breakouts and they clear up much faster. Also, I have serious blackheads around my nose are almost completely gone.
Cons:
This product is slightly expensive and it does take time for it to work. You don't see instant results. I didn't at least. It took about a week to notice a difference in my complexion.
If you can afford the product and have the patience to give it time to work, it is definitely a great product. I would recommend it to anyone. It has worked great for me.
July 11, 2007
Product used: Brevoxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (4% or 8%) Creamy Wash)
Pros:
works to help stop surface acne
Cons:
drying, doesn't help hormonal issues, a bit expensive ( the tube lasts a long time
I think my acne would be worse without this..but it should be taken in conjunction with anti-biotic to really work
July 6, 2007
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Affordable, lasts forever (for me at least), actually works.
Cons:
Smells a little strange at first and feels really rough, but you get used to it
This is the first thing I've tried away from the dermatologist and it works better than anything they ever gave me. ... my skin is clearer than it's ever been, even on Accutane. I wash my face twice a day with the bar of soap and use the Kick A$$ scrub about every three days, just because that's how much it takes for it to work for me, so why waste it? I've had one bottle and one bar of soap since Christmas and I've used maybe one eighth of the bottle and one fourth of the soap. It only takes a tiny smear from the bar to work up a good lather and only a quarter sized drop of the scrub.
June 26, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It works. If you you use it right n are consistent with it, it WILL work! it leaves your skin feeling really good n clean
Cons:
you have to use it EVERYDAY n don't get lazy and it's price, but well it is a good product. Oh and it can be tempting to skip it once you see results or are too tired.
It works very well, it makes your skin look and feel clean, it doesn't leave it dry or flacky, it leaves (or keeps in my case)your skin soft and smooth. The mask works very well just don't let it get old.
Also, I would like to add that if you drink plenty of water every day, your skin will be beautiful and hydrated. Perhaps try starting with a goal like drinking one bottle of water a day. That's waht I did and it works very well for me.
May God bless you and I hope you find a solution to your acne problems.
Pros:
Nothing. NOTHING!