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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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November 7, 2007
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Cons:
Normal side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide
This is definitely the best acne cream that I have found. You get a lot for what you pay, it works well, pleasant and easy to use. Even after Accutane took care of most of my acne, I ALWAYS keep a tube of 10% Benzac around, because it works so well, and clears up any pimple pretty much overnight. 2 thumbs up!
October 31, 2007
Pros:
actuallly shows results.
Cons:
you have to use it religiously... seems like it runs out too soon. drys my skin out very badly.
having just the gel isnt enough... so i use proactive salicylic acid scrub for washin, and some alpha-hydroxy lotion to keep my face not dry. i also use some clearisil face wash when i don't wanna aggravate my skin. i think zapzyt works well because its potent. its not easy on the zits... and the face, but you just need some aplha-hydroxy lotion. this is the only thing that has worked even slightly with me.
October 29, 2007
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It made my skin a lot better in one day
Cons:
it burnt so bad that i was running up and down the halls of my friends house to get air in my face
you will burn a lot of calories with all of the running. It is wrth it if you use moisturizer.
October 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
it works the first week or two
Cons:
it gives you pimples
I started using proactive solution because I saw it from my cousins which has blemish-free face so i figure maybe thats her secret. I ordered proactive and it worked the first weeks, but then I started to notice that it gives me new pimple every day, and its pissimg me off cause I never really had a pimple problem..just whiteheads and black heads.. now it gives me more pimples and more whiteheads.
September 29, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
This product is awsome!! My skin oil is under control and so is my acne.
When using the acne three step I have found that my skin is improving. I had to add a make-up remover at night (a gel cleanser). My consultant said this might happen if I noticed make-up on my cotton ball during the clarifying lotion step. The foam removes some make-up, but only if it is light. i also added an oil-free sunscreen during the day (city block spf 25) and an oil-free moiturizer at night (Dramatically different gel. Overall these products have helped me and are well worth my money and time.
September 21, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Pimples go away within a week or so. I also like the smell of it.
Cons:
Dries skin but it feels good when it burns kind of like a tingling sensation
Try it if you haven't already as it burns your pimples.
September 19, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
This really helped my acne, although I still have the occasional pimple.
Low fragrance.
Cons:
The moisterizer caused a red itchy rash, but I came to find out it was the benzoyl peroxide and that I'm allergic to it.
Can be drying, but many acne products are.
I really liked this system, but was dissapointed I couldn't use the moisterizer anymore because of the allergy I developed. I still use the facial wash and toner though. Make sure you use a good quality moisterizer. I like Neutrogena oil free for sensitive skin. If you develop a red, itchy rash, rinse your face with just water til it clears and try just using the face wash and toner. You may be allergic to benzoyl peroxide. Even if you've used benzoyl peroxide in the past, doesn't mean you can't develop the allergy, which is what happened to me. Also remember it takes up to 6 weeks to see if a product is actually working, zits can take a couple weeks to develop, so don't discount it after only a couple days. I reccommend you buy the trial size version if you can, it comes with about 6 wks worth of product.
September 19, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The texture of the cleanser is great and it makes your skin feel so clean and smooth.
Cons:
PRICE. This stuff is nice, but its not worth the $60 or so for 4 oz bottles of cleanser and toner, and a 2 oz bottle of lotion.
Don't waste your money on the whole set, just go to a Proactiv kiosk in your local mall and buy the cleanser, which is about $20 (still ridiculously overpriced, but better than $50). Then go to Target and buy Neutrogena's Pore Refining Toner for about $4 and a Clean&Clear oil-free moisturizer for about another $5. I suggest the Dual Action Moisturizer, which contains salicylic acid, but Morning Burst Oil-Free works well too. Just make sure that whatever moisturizer you choose is oil free, otherwise you'll end up sabotaging yourself. Finally, buy Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask for $4 and use once or twice a week. I use these products and my skin is now great. I have large pores on my upper cheeks and nose and my skin is very oily and prone to breakouts, but this combination of products have done wonders for me. I now get only one or two zits a month around my period, as opposed to daily breakouts before I discovered this regimen.
August 22, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
This stuff works great!! It took my acne right away the first day i used it i felt a difference....It helped alot and now i have way clearer skin thanks to this product!!
Cons:
no cons yet ive only been using it for a few days.
This product is awsome i defanetley recommend it to people who want there acne dissapear.
August 22, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
a good product
Cons:
it took me about a week to see results
it cleared the big bumps but i hav smaller bumps u cant seen when im far away but u can see it when ur upclose.
Pros:
Effective, Value for money