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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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February 20, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Did not clear acne
Expensive
Proactiv only keeps my acne from getting worse; it has not cleared my skin. I had to spend about $100 for a 4-5 month supply and have been using it for quite a few months now. I only continued to use this because I have not yet found a product that clears my acne.
February 7, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Noticable improvement in just 3 days! Inexpensive!
Cons:
Is every strong! Made my face very dry at first. Also, a burning sensation & redness occurs. I stopped using it twice a day & now use it once a day. That has helped! My skin looks healthier & even shows signs of repair already. I like to work with things before I give up completely. I may have to use it every other day sometimes, but I will not give up on yet.
So far so good!!! May not be for severe acne people.
February 6, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Fast
Effective
Cheap
Cons:
Over-drying, Peeling, Flaky, Stings and Burns -for the first couple of weeks of application until skin adjusts. (but honestly well worth it)
I had back and chest acne over a year ago so I tried this, I realised if I used a fair amount (meaning a lot everyday after showering) It instantly got rid of my body acne.
But a few months ago I developed facial acne, baring in mind our faces are more sensitive that back and chest, So I started the regime last week I was my face with tea tree cleanser then dry my face, apply BP ( now I'm going to add more) once that has soaked in I apply Neutrogena Visibly Clear Oil Free Moisturiser, It hasnt been long but so far I'm seeing dramatic changes!!
February 6, 2011
Product used: Oxy (Clinical Treatment)
Pros:
got rid of some acne
Cons:
too strong- dried out my skin
gave me big breakouts on my chin
these products are very strong and if you have sensitive skin i would not recommend trying this kit. For the first week it worked good at clearing some acne, not most though and during the second week i broke out more. overall this product was as good as i hoped it would be.
February 3, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Not as drying as higher % BP, no white streaks on my face, no strong smell, big bottle dont have to run and buy as often as little tubes
Cons:
can only get online so have to wait for it to ship
Other BP had my face SO DRY AND FLAKY and would leave me face white and tight and melt off my face (eww). This really leaves NO RESIDUE on my face I was so surprised! Also there is no strong smell and it really feels like a smooth gel on my face. I am very pleased, it just sucks to have to wait for it in the mail. but hey cant have it all
February 3, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Nothing
Cons:
-Big rashes on cheeks and eyelids]
-Acne got worser
-Skin peeling like crazy
-Face stings
-Face itchy
-Makes things worser
-Makes acne more noticeable
-Face is so red in areas like big splats of paint just right there :P
At first I had only acne on my nose, just a little. When I first started using it, it felt a little weird. The face wash smells and is rough. Then after a little over a week. My whole fast started getting swollen with big red patches of rashes all over my cheeks and chin and gnaw. My face is really itchy and I try not to itch it, good thing I don't itch it. My dad is so paranoid, he tells me that my face is like rotting away which makes me really sad. I wish I still had those very few acne so I don't need to deal with any of this pain. I tried many things,but I am not ready to give up.
January 30, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
closes my pores for a while..not greasy
Cons:
drys out your face veryy badly!!
i used this product for a week straight every morning and night. I didnt think my skin would get so dry! i woke up one morning with dry skin all around my mouth..i couldnt smile or laugh! i looked like an old women..i would put creams on but it would only burn..iv tried everything but nothing seems to work. I thought panoxyl would work but all it did was dry out my face to the extreeme. im now trying a home remedy..aloe vera gel straight from the plant..im praying that it will work!! i only use panoxly when i feel as if my face is greasy..it then doesnt dry out my face just feels refreshed!
January 29, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Terminator)
Pros:
-Um...dries clear?
Cons:
-Weird consistency
-Doesn't work!
I used this for about 2 weeks without seeing results. I would apply it to my spots and it would pretty much do absolutely nothing. After going online and reading reviews, I went and returned this crap for Clean and clear Persa-gel 10. OMG what a difference. Seriously, don't waste your money on this stuff before exploring other options!
January 22, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Cleared acne
Reduced redness
Prevented breakouts
Cons:
dried out skin for the first couple weeks
even though it can cause dryness, it works on acne REALLY well
January 21, 2011
Product used: MaxClarity (Foaming Wash)
Pros:
Light, cleared my skin
Cons:
VERY drying, and the foam stops coming out, like the cans are defective and you are left with full cans you can't use!
It cleared up my skin, not all the way but maybe 80% but it was VERY drying and if i got it onto my neck, my neck would be red and scaly. For some reason all the cans seem to be defective and end up not working halfway in, so you are left with cans of stuff you cant use! and NO i didnt do anything wrong, I know how to squirt foam out of a can! :P
Its worth a shot, but be prepared if it doesnt work for you, to cancel. and that usually means harassment from sales people. But its their job ya know.
Pros:
Made my skin softer
Keeps acne from worsening