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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 9, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Doesn't make acne better, the were chemicals too harsh for my face for the first week and make it sting, they keep sending it to me
So I've been on proactive for about 2 1/2 months, and my acne has gotten so much worse since I started using it. Before, I only had a few pimples on my forehead, maybe one on my chin and nose, and a few on my left cheek. Now, there still arent very many on my forehead, but my left cheek and chin look terrible. the pimples are red, and there are like 100 tiny bumps starting to show up. and the pimples that were on my cheek before still haven't left, and have gotten bigger if anything. Now on my right cheek, which has always been clear, has 2 red pimples and a lot of bumps starting to show (A LOT). The pimples are really itchy, red. and sometimes hurt. Also, a month after my first order, they shipped me another order (which i didnt order) that had 3 months worth of the product in it, and charged me 70$. DONT GET PROACTIV, it made my skin worse and they just want to take your money
June 2, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Sensitive Skin Formula)
Pros:
-The Corrective Cleanser is amazing. It keeps my face pimple free (for the most part).
-The moisturizer was great! It kept my face from drying out, and it didn't make it oily.
Cons:
The spot treatment didn't work as fast as I hoped. (but still works)
All 'n all; I love AcneFree. I'm 15 years old, active in sports & wear makeup. ZIT HAPPENS. I was really embarrassed about the way my forehead looked, so I thought what the hey, I'll try it! When I got home I cleaned my face, used the moisturizer, put the spot treatment on my major break outs. When I woke up in the morning- my face was noticeably clearer. I'm SO glad I bought it, and I'm very pleased with its results. I highly recommend it.
May 16, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I love all of Carley's products. My daughter uses the anti-acne and I have been using their soaps exclusively for years. All of their products including scrubs, pore minimizer, Kukui nut cream are all exceptional products. I wouldn't and haven't used anything else since discovering Carley.
Cons:
Anyone that says these products do not work are either not using than as indicated or are totally providing an inaccurate rating. All their products last, so when you divide the amount paid by the days you have used the product, it is actually very inexpensive.
Try it. Give it a fair amount of time because each skin type is different. Even the most expensive products tell you it has to get worse before it gets better. You won't regret it.
May 9, 2011
Product used: Pro-Acne (5% Benzoyl Peroxide Gel)
Pros:
It Works, Clears skin, Repairs skin, Makes it feel soft.
Cons:
Takes Time, Be patient. You'll have bad days.
Get the product at wal mart, they have a generic brand for 11 bucks try it there if u have questions and dont want to spend $50 bucks at proactive. The only thing i would get from them is the Refining Mask, i got the big 25$ bottle it works well and i love it. Good Luck Friends.
May 4, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
- Dries Out and Tightens Skin
- Gets rid of and prevents acne
- Best results I've ever had!
- Good for oily skin types
Cons:
- Wouldn't recommend for any other skin type than oily since is completely dries out your skin!
- Leaves white flakes behind which are easily washable and not dead skin
- Not good for daytime use
Basically I used everything to try and get rid of my acne and this has been the only thing that worked! I used a lot of expensive products from my spa and my acne just kept getting worse... Then I decided to try this product and I HATED it at first so I decided to put it away and not use. Then I went on a trip and didn't wanna bring all my expensive products so I brought this and a simple cleanser and a salicylic acid treatment. Needless to say my acne had improved a ton at the end of the trip. 2 Months later my acne is almost gone which is the best I've had in 5 years! Basically it's cheap and it works, more than anyone could hope for :) IMPORTANT: I can't stress enough how much this dries up your skin so if you don't have oily skin you may be looking at the wrong product These are all my personal experiences and people may have different opinions.
April 17, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Completely cleared my acne
Doesn't leave a residue
Cheap
Dries quickly
Cons:
Drying, but all acne treatments are...
Bleaches clothes and towels
I tried this product and regimen after seemingly all else failed, and it brought my skin from being damaged, bespeckled, incredibly acne prone, blotchy and unhealthy to radiant, absolutely flawless, glowing, youthful and completely without acne. For as long as I get acne, I will never go off the regimen. I highly recommend this.
April 17, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
N/A
Cons:
Totally ruined my skin. Before I used this I had about 5 pimples. When I stopped (3 days later), my whole forehead was covered in them, I had a cyst/nodule on my chin and cheek which I have NEVER had before using this. The only way I was able to get rid of the nodules was by using drawing salve to draw out the infection. It's now been 6 months since I stopped using it and I'm just now getting rid of the white bumps it left all over my cheeks.
It may work for some people, but it without a doubt made my skin worse than it's been in my life. Be careful with this.
March 10, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
-gel
-clears bumps
-best bp ive tried
Cons:
none so far
I needed something to use while I'm waiting to begin accutane in 2 weeks. This stuff is amazing! I've tried department store bp products and they just made my skin itchy and irritated. This bp however, does not burn or make my skin itchy, it actually has a nice cooling effect. Thanks to this bp, I can actually tolerate a product with bp for once. Plus, it doesn't have all those added unnecessary ingredients. This formula is awesome!
March 8, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
-Clears face
-Last a long time
-Actually works
Cons:
-Pricey
I had suffered acne for a long time and was always so embarrassed. I found this stuff though and have been clear since. I bought the 8oz kit in August and have only had to replace my cleanser once, And just today bought another kit. So it may seem pricey, but it lasts you so long and IT WORKS!
I recommend it to everyone. And it has worked for everyone that I have suggested it to.
February 26, 2011
Pros:
Got rid of 95% of acne
Non-oily sunscreen
Cons:
Can't find it
Dries skin
Harsh on skin
This stuff works! IT's the only thing I've used that really did leave me with no acne, except for blackheads and acne every once in a while. This will dry up your skin like crazy, but it works so well it's worth it. After using it for a year, I stopped using it because my face was looking dead and it was bleaching everything I touched. I went to another product and had to come back to this. I'm almost scared to use it, but my face is as clear as day. If you don't have sensitive skin, or dry, I would defiantly recommend this to you. And I would buy a moisturizer, you'll need it.
Pros:
Toner gets rid of dried skin well, and they like to send you free stuff along with you purchase.