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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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April 9, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Cons:
Acne seems to become immune to the astringent after some time, and the product seems to lose its acne fighting capabilities.
It's a fairly cheap "quick fix" and results are fast at the start, but after a few months it seems to dwindle, although my acne is nearly gone. (Started with what seemed to be 100+ pimples, now im down to 2- 3. You get greedy when you once again get a taste of what being clear is like =Þ Try it for yourselves.
April 9, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
makes my skin feel nicee..
Cons:
drys out my skin, i get even worse inflamed pimples, leaves my face red and irratated everytime, barley does anything .
its not worth your money, makes pimples worse if you stop use.
April 4, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
acne started clearing away right away, smells good, nice texture.
Cons:
none that i can think of.
okay well i thought this product was really good. after just one use it worked so well, and my acne started going away! i liked the tingling sensation it gave my face. i have oily/normal skin type and i guess thats the type of skin you have to have to use this. some people say it doesnt work but for me and my friends it works great, and we don't even have the same skin type. clean and clear is awesome, i love it!
March 30, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Cleans up the skin but not all the acne. They really don't dry out my skin.
Cons:
On some days..... when i use it.... MORE ZITS BREAK OUT!
It's great but I wouldn't pay for the extra $$$$$, plus, Netrogena works WWWWWWAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY better
March 27, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
IOriginally purchased for my son. His acne was getting out of control. It was all over his upper back and shoulders and his face. We had tried all of the Dept. store remedies. When the product arrived, we both began using it. Improved skin in 2 wks.
Cons:
We both experienced a bit of dryness at first, but we learned how to adjust the treatment so it worked best for us. After a year, we ran out and then moved, forgot to reorder. Son's acne came back and my face seems to be extremely oily now.
We only stopped using it because I failed to reorder. I do plan on continue using it. My skin issues weren't as severe as my son's, but my overall complexion is smoother, brighter, healthier looking. I love the way it feels. I started using it daily and I was faithful, then after 6 months or so, I started slacking to around 2-3 times a week, and still maintained the results I wanted. My son still battles with occasional outbreaks, but during his regular use, it was kept to minimal bumps and blackheads around his chin and cheeks. For his back, we have doctor prescribed cream since I can't afford any more of the Proactiv than we already use.
March 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It's easy to use and makes your skin feel clean afterwords.
Cons:
Sometimes it will seem like it works but then I just end getting yet another huge breakout. Drys out my skin and sometimes causes redness.
Doesn't really work. I am only using it until I find a better regime that doesn't cost a lot and is not harmful.
March 19, 2009
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
IT WORKS!!!
Cons:
Smell
Stings
Removes colour from clothes
Had very bad back acne for almost 4 years...found quinoderm by accident and oh my god! Results within a week are amazing, less inflammation and outbreaks! Stings abit and had really bad rash but thats expected..kept using it and all fine now, stik to the daily routine and you will get clear.
I use it daily everynight, everyday my skin is getting clearer and clearer..its only a matter of time before its completely clean!
March 12, 2009
Pros:
clears face, reduces redness majorly!!!, and leave you with beautiful. a package lasts about 2 months
Cons:
takes some time to work
i had severe acne for 6 years and tried everything. i tried PROACTIVE (sucks), scrubs, clearasil, ACNE FREE (flakey skin). i thought nothinng wouldbut 4months ago i started using NEUTROGENA ADVANCED SOULTION ACNE THERAPY SYSTEM and in weeks, my redness reduce drastically, my face finally became soft, and it has been clearer than ever. When i woke up and my acne free skin, i was literally crying :') because having acne for so long and nothing working and being embarassed the whole beginning of being a teenager, this neutrogena system gave me back my self esteem and now im not afraid to walk out my door into the world. Neutrogena brings back dreams, and it can with you too. you just have to be patient. ;) glad luck to everyone, everyone has a beautiful side. let neautrogena help you show it. it did for me!!!
March 11, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It works if used correctly!
Cons:
it can make problems worse if used incorrectly including causing peeling skin, scars and redness
Use sparingly, dab a bit, then *do not* re-apply for 8 hours. The last few times I've felt a new pimple coming in, I applied a small dot right on the spot. After it soaked in I applied a little califlora calendula gel to combat the skin sensitivity. Overnight my skin looked significantly better, almost no redness and it reduced overall size to a pinpoint--easily covered with makeup. I once applied too often and ended up with peeling skin, the skin from that spot is still healing...3 months later.
March 11, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The three step system really does keep breakouts under control. The overall look of my skin has improved, breakouts happen less often than prior to using the Proactiv three step system.
Cons:
I expected to have absolutely no pimples on my face but that never happened. I have at least one or two zits on my face at all times. Not that big of a deal compared to how my acne was before.
Proactiv is a really good product. Of course there is always room for improvement but in my opinion, this is as good as it gets in the acne fighting game.
Pros:
Clears acne fairly quickly