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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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February 8, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
- Not effective for spreading around your face like a face mask
- Causes a great deal of skin peeling if not moisturized
Overall, this is a great product! I found after a but of modification (sorry Dan) to the The Regiment that it works much better for my condition when used directly onto individual pimples, spots and the like. It is not effective for me if I were to follow what Dan instructs us to do, and spread it around nice and evenly. I would still recommend it to others though. My results after consistent dabbing or touching pimples using a generous amount of BP include pimples harding from the inside out and dropping revealing smooth, new skin to preventing pimples from getting worst at first sight. Thanks a lot Dan!
February 7, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-Cleared some acne
- nice smell to it
- Kit came with helpful tips
Cons:
- itchy skin
- really dried my skin
- stinged
I used this product for over a year. It gave me great results for the first few weeks, but it didn't clear my acne. I remember when I used it for the first day, it gave me the worst sting to my face . I spent way too much for it and I have to say, I will never go back.
February 5, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None.
Cons:
Expensive - Equate product at WalMart works just the same.
ProActiv is terrible. Not only does the company sign you up for a membership - they will continue to bill you even if you never receive product. I have had billing issues with them since May of 2010. I never received product from them and yet they still continued to charge me for shipments. I cancelled my card that they were billing, as well as "membership," and they still continued to send me bills and threatened to send me to collections. Now, eight months later their awful accounting practices are fixed. It took going through a separate agency to get them to fix their lack luster ability to stop charging and billing for a product I never received. Bottom Line - Walmart sells an Equate product for $11 that works great.
January 23, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works quickly to clear up skin, soft skin, glowing complexion, even skin tone
Cons:
Small product size, extremely dry skin, if i don't use it my skin craves it, i have to go put moisturizing on even though i don't wanna, causes rough skin, smells weird, website, communication sucks, etc.
I have not decided whether I like proactiv or not yet. I have used to two times daily for three days and so far it just keeps drying up my skin every time i use it. It has cleared up my skin faster then may be healthy but I am not sure. What I wish I knew was the best product for me but I will ask my derm. I don't like the refining mask much anymore after it burned me today. When I use all steps without moisturizing my skin tingles and burns either so good or so bad. Don't know if its good to tingle and burn. Am I probably not very helpful because I have not sided on pros or cons.
January 17, 2011
Product used: MaxClarity (Foaming Wash)
Pros:
The system is simple and easy to use.
Cons:
Dries out skin. Horrible customer service. Ruined my towels
It does not work. My acne cleared a little bit for the first two weeks, then it got worse. I started getting at least two new pimples a day, huge ones that would turn into white heads (I usually don't get this type of acne). They were so embarassing, I couldn't even cover it with make up. MaxClarity advertises "NO IRRIATION" but it totally dried out my skin and left my face super flakey. Also, I don't know what's in that stuff, but it completely ruined my towel with bleach stains all over it. So if you try MaxClarity, be sure to dry your face with a white towel, but I strongly do not reccommend this product!
January 14, 2011
Pros:
Works great if you follow directions. One kit lasts more than 2 months for me.
Cons:
Run out of SPF lotion before cleanser and spot treatment. Haven't been able to find in any store for over 3 months.
I love this product. It is only one I have found that really works. I have been using it off and on for about 8 yrs and every time I try something else I break out. I am almost out and cannot find anywhere. But, good news, it should be back in 2 or 3 weeks. Try ordering from Target or [link removed].
January 12, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It did clear my acne... only for the first half month. I used to have light to moderate acne on my forehead but it completely moved my acne to my cheek! Now I have no acne on my forehead except for few zits and alot on my cheeks!
Cons:
expensive
dries skin
rough texture
smelly
flakes skin
moves acne to another area
doesnt work after half of month
HORRIBLE I JUST DISLIKE THIS PRODUCT DON'T USE IT!
January 6, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Worked for a like a month
Cons:
EXPENSIVE
WOULD NOT GIVE ME A REFUND
KEPT SHIPPING ME THE PRODUCT AFTER CANCELING 3 TIMES
PROACTIVE REPRESENTATIVES WERE RUDE AND DID NOT KEEP UP THEIR END OF THE DEAL WITH THE MONEY BACK GUARANTEE.
I am a college student that was fighting acne, basically because I was stressed out all of the time. I used proactive for 1 month and when I went to cancel it, they would not accept it and continued to ship it to me. I had to go to the post office 3 times shipping the product back to them. After 3 months I am STILL waiting for my refund. AWFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!
January 3, 2011
Product used: MaxClarity (Foaming Wash)
Pros:
clears skin fast, love the foam system, best acne system i have ever used by far!!
Cons:
the 3 oz bottles aren't big enough to last the 60 day, more like 1 month supply.
I absolutely love maxclarity! I have tried almost everything out there and this is the best i have came across. I used Proactiv for about a year prior to finding out about Maxclarity and it never made my skin look as good as Maxclarity has. I noticed results within 2 wks of using Maxclarity. You do need to use it as it says in the morning and at night though....but I Highly recommand it and will never use any other acne line! =)
January 2, 2011
Product used: Triaz (Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser)
Pros:
Easy to use in the shower, very portable, clears acne
Cons:
Expensive, slightly drying
I have been using the 6% cloths for about 3 weeks now. I am prone to cystic acne, and I've been battleing with it for years. I have tried so many over the counter and prescription medications, and this is the first one that has motivated me to write a review.
When I went to get this prescription filled, I had sticker shock at the price, however, my dermatologist gave me a coupon to lower the cost from a $60 copay to $10. The box included 60 cleansing cloths to be used 2x a day, which equalls a 30 day supply. I decided to save some money and be more economical and I started cutting my cleasing cloths into four's, and at the advice of the pharmacist, I have only been using them at night, not in the morning as well.
I have seen great results so far. It is slightly drying, so you have to be very digilent about wearing moisturizer, exspecially one with sunscreen due to this increasing your sun sensitivity. I also stopped using toner. I took about 2 days off from this product and started getting new pimples, it's best to make sure you used this every night.
I love this product, It has worked great for me so far. After only 3 weeks, I feel confident to be able to leave the house with out coating my face with foundation.
Thank you Triaz!!!
Pros:
- Clear solution
- Effective for spot treatments