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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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November 25, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Cons:
-dryness at first, like anything you have to stick with it
-can be more expensive then other treatments
I first bought these products at the age of 15 in 2009, I was desperate for something to clear up my acne, I had tried everything short of pills, and nothing worked, I ordered this and am proud to say I'm still using it 3 years later, with constant results! I do get minor breakouts occasionally but its nothing compared to how it used to be, I would recommend this to anyone who is tired of searching for the right combo over products, now I mainly just use the treatment since my acne is under control but I would recommend the whole system!
November 20, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
-> Clears acne
-> Boosts confidence
-> Restores skin complexion
-> Not oily residue
-> Not red chappy skin
Cons:
-> Costy, not cheap
-> Takes time to apply. Sucks if you're in a hurry.
Try it. I seriously recommend it. I am a redhead with sensitive skin, I have had skin problems since I hit 12 years of age. I am now 19, and I just tried this out. I love it. I wish I tried it sooner. But I let doubt and fear get in the way. Best decision in my life. My scars are now beginning to fade, and my skin is not in pain.
November 18, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Non.
Cons:
Severly harsh on your skin.
After a couple of weeks of use, my skin was getting more and more cystic pimples.
After I have stopped, my face got plaqued with severe cystic acne all over my skin which I really struggled with. After I stopped using it my acne slowly cleared up.
NEVER USE IT. IT'S SO BAD FOR YOUR SKIN.
NEVER USE IT. THEY MAKE IT SEEM LIKE IT'S THE SAVING GRACE FOR ACNE WITH ALL THOSE CELEBRITIES BUT IT'S ACTUALLY POISON FOR SKIN. I learned this the hard way so please don't go through what I did by purchasing this product.
November 8, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
Really improved my skin
ance getting better
Easy step to use
Cons:
when u put in on it's not comforable on your skin
Actually I hv used it for 3 months and it really helped with my acne.kill all the bacterial which i like!! dont make a home for them on ur skin! but i ended up to use another product to try to hv flawless skin which is the worst decision i ve ever made..i should just stay on this regimen cuz it reli calm my ance.I tried the MUAC peeling stuff and it reli dried my skin and breaking out again. dont spend your money to buy all those stuff to try if u already find what works for u..now i hv bunch of product that i cant try it all cuz i only hv one face...spent like 500USD... My tip to you guys is stay on what works for you..dont b greedy to change another new product .i know its hard.now i m back on this regimen.It works for me!
November 5, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Proactiv is a scam!
Do not order it. They take $30 out of my bank account every month even after I canceled it. I just got off the phone with them again. Ordering Proactive is the biggest mistake I have ever made!
November 5, 2012
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Clears pimples overnight FAST
Cons:
None :)
Great for the occasional big red noticeable pimple we all get. Just remember not to put it all over your face or you will flake tremendously. D=
November 4, 2012
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
RIDICULOUSLY GOOD spot remover
prevents breakouts
see results soon
Cons:
doesn't do well against regular zits
drying accessional (nothing severe)
I am new to acne and i flipped out when i had my first breakout. When i used this product i saw noticeable results
October 22, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
-got rid of acne for the most part
-suppresses breakouts
-keeps oil levels low
-nice feeling
-works well to keep mild acne under control
Cons:
-dries out skin (but all acne cleansers do)
-bleaches clothes sometimes
This is my go-to acne product! When my acne got bad, I got prescription cream and and antibiotics, and used this too. There was a period where I stopped using this bc I couldn't find it anywhere and my acne got SO BAD!!! I was so happy when I found it again and I got my face under control. Bottom line: if you have mild/moderate acne like me and are also on antibiotics/prescription cream, this product is great. If you have severe acne, you may want to have prescription cream and antibiotics on top of this cleanser because using it alone is probably not very effective. But as far as an acne cleanser from the drugstore goes, this is great. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants clean skin or has acne problems.
October 17, 2012
Product used: The Regimen
Pros:
After getting it around 2 weeks ago, it seems to be working. I wash and moisturize my face twice a day. And I put a very thin layer of BP on once at bedtime. (I have really sensitive skin). I also mix some of the Jojoba in with the moisturizer at nite too. I haven't tried the aha yet. Currently I don't have any major dryness or pimples. I'm hoping to eventually work up to twice a day and to see if that will help with other things such as the large pores, oilyness, and small bumps.
Cons:
It takes time for the products to absorb. Also I've been kind of used to using a wash cloth. And I couldn't totally do without, so I substituted a softer version.
I guess that everyone's skin's different. This method does take more time. But it's worth it to have better looking skin.
October 14, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
I used this after Neutrogena and Clean and Clear didn't work for me. This wasn't much better. It did seem a little stronger because it made my skin a little redder and dryer but didn't help my acne at all.
Pros:
-only thing that has ever worked consistently
-easy to use
-products last a long time
-CLEAR SKIN