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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 15, 2011
Product used: Klear Action (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
doesn't last long
it has to get worse before it gets better but it definately works
June 14, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Works! Inexpensive
Cons:
Dries out skin
This product changed my life. No more being embarrassed at the beach or camping without make-up! My skin is completely clear.
June 12, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
-Reduces size and redness of pre-existing pimples and scars
-The toner improves complexion
Cons:
-breakouts
-breakouts
-more breakouts
-feels greasy
-overpriced
-night cream and lotion do nothing
Started off well for the first week, but wound up making me violently breakout. Could be different for anyone else, so if you can spare the 30 bucks then it could be worth a try.
June 5, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
- Gives your skin a fresh feeling
Cons:
- Doesn't clear away oil
- Didn't notice THAT much of a difference
- Doesn't work for back acne
It said to use it for about 3 - 4 weeks and I've use it longer then that. I haven't noticed much results. My skin type is oily and This doen't help with that at all. I read something about benzoyl peroxide in a non-fiction book I found and decided to look for a acne cleanser tjhat had benzoyl peroxide in it. I found this product and got pretty excited because I thought I would FINALLY get rid of the acne on my forehead, nose area and chin. But instead of doing what it said in the insturctions,("It contains a pore-penetrating technology that invisibly deposits benzoyl peroxide directly into pores where pimples start, so the acne-fighting medication doesn't wash away") I actually started growing tiny pimples and blackheads on my cheeks. I don't think I would recommend this to people with oily skin though.
May 27, 2011
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Works well for some people
Cleared acne considerably - did not eliminate it but helped control it
Cons:
None that I can think of
Actually I'm rating this for my best friend who I bought this for.. When I met him he was in his 20s and it never occured to him that if you washed your face, it would help control your acne hehe. So I coached him on how to wash his face, etc. and his acne cleared up quite a bit (he went from moderately severe to light acne). He had the really red inflamed kind constantly before he started washing. It may be worth a try if you're willing to experiment, I'd say.
May 25, 2011
Product used: MaxClarity (Foaming Wash)
Pros:
Keeps your skin clear.
Easy to use.
Does not bleach clothing.
Keeps your face smooth.
Cons:
The foam does not dispense correctly leaving you to throw the can away.
MaxClarity is a great acne solution.It is just that there is more foam in the can that does not come out!!!!
May 11, 2011
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
it works!!!! I LOVE IT!! the only things work. had tried expensive acne cream....but its useless!!!
Cons:
its drying but can be solved by dabbing light moisturizer
I am using OXY cream not Facial wash at this moment
but thinking. to hange my whole facial regime to OXY!!!
buy it!!!...cheap alternative to combat acne
May 11, 2011
Product used: MaxClarity (Foaming Wash)
Pros:
Easy to use
Left skin so soft
Saw results quickly
Cons:
Foam cans can be defective
I received this product about eight weeks ago or more and was very skeptical of the product. I am happy to say that I am more than pleased with this product. I use more than the recommended amount of product religiously every morning and night, and witnessed results within the first four weeks. My skin has never felt softer and for the most part is clear. I went from having a dozen to two dozen blemishes/cysts/white heads to currently having 1! I would highly recommend this product to anyone who has a problem with acne. I used to dread going to work with these "things" all over my face, I would cake on layers of make up, and now I can leave the house without any foundation and concealer. I wish I could show you a before and after picture to demonstrate the difference this product has made. I feel more confident and happy with myself and I think others should try it as well!! =)
May 19, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
- good product, does help clear up acne.
Cons:
- HORRIBLE HORRIBLE HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE
WOWOWOW. okay. i ordered some things from them, the extra strength proactiv system and a green tea moisturizer. We waited about two weeks for it to come, and it didn't come. I called them, and they said it wasn't supposed to come out till the end of may, so they apologized and said they would put a rush on it and it should be here within a week. so we waited a week, and it hadn't come, so we called again, and they apologized again and said they would put a rush on it, and it should be here within a week. HMM. it didn't come within a week. so we called again, and they said the items were on back order, and it should be here within a week. FINALLY, it's been two weeks, and i open up the box and all that's in there is a tiny travel kit. WOW. $50 for a travel kit. THANK YOU PROACTIV. Not buying anything from you again. completely and absolutely disgusted with this joke of a customer service.
April 22, 2011
Product used: DDF (Benzoyl Peroxide Gel 5% with Tea Tree Oil)
Pros:
shrunk pimples (but also caused new ones)
not greasy
Cons:
expensive
i haven't used this product consistently for a very long time, so i'm not sure whether a longer use of this product would cause different and improved results. i used this product for about a week on my acne that seemed to be getting worse lately, since there were many good reviews about this. for me personally, i did not see much improvement. it shrunk some pimples, but it seemed to cause new pimples too. disappointed because i was really hoping for good results!
Pros:
works