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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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August 10, 2009
Cons:
Little - Moderate drying, easily stopped by just splashing on some water, or using the neutrogena moisturizer.
Goes great with conjunction of clearasil stayclear acne scrubber. I have some acne on my forehead and nose, so i purchased this around febuary. Didn't work at first, so I used a proactiv system until august. Proactiv didn't work, but I had this so I used it again to see if it could work. It did, espically with clearasil. So, my acne got more into tone with my natural color of skin, and shrinked rapidly. You can see the results in the morning because every day it just gets smaller and smaller. Incredible! So why would you pay for proactiv (30$) when you can get this for 20$ (15$ with coupon) and get way better results? I'm 13 and teenage acne is starting with me, but neutrogena's got's me covered. ;)
August 8, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
works great, leaves my skin super soft, noticeably reduced blackheads, worked for me in about a week
Cons:
slight bleachy scent, bleaches fabric, slight burning, dries skin out, hasn't been effective on my upper chest as much as my face
Use a white towel or set aside one you don't mind getting bleached out. My blackheads are much better and my pores are smaller. There are no actual pimples to speak of anymore. It does burn a little when washing and applying the toner and repairing lotion but that goes away in a few minutes and isn't bad enough to make me stop using it. I'll probably cut back use to once a day and use a better moisturizer until it gets closer to *that* time which is when my acne really flares. As a testament though--the acne free cleared some the mid-cycle madness on my face this month. It's definitely worth trying though and for about $20 you can't beat it compared to way more expensive acne treatments.
August 5, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
This works very well without drying out my skin.
Cons:
none
I like this product very well. I have been happy with everything I have tried. I especially like the foundation because the color looks very natural and I have a hard time finding a matching shade.
August 5, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Works really well! Reduces size of pimple and redness around pimple within the first hour. Also unexpectedly reduced size of pores.
Cons:
Makes my skin really oily and then slightly dries it out. Burned the first two days i used it and whenever i used it with the daily face wash it came with.
BUY IT! I LOVE IT AND I USE IT EVERY DAY!<3
August 3, 2009
Pros:
the BP is gentle, effective, has no scent, and actually softens my skin! The pills actually work... I could notice a difference about 3 weeks in.
Cons:
the BP can be slightly drying, but what BP isn't?
The difference with NC's BP is that it is not nearly as harsh as many other BP products, despite the fact that it is a 5% solution. I needed something to help control hormonal acne and the pills in this package greatly helped reduce the breakouts I get right before my period. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS! You will be happy with the BP and the pills, so try to get a package with both. Gradually build up your use of the BP and you'll be fine.
August 1, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
works very well and pretty quick.
Cons:
dries face and vurns during first usage and should where sunblock and moisturizer daily
if u want your acne to go away or get less this is the product to use
July 30, 2009
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Gel)
Pros:
Works great. Clears acne, and reduces scars
Cons:
dries up skin and quite expensive
I recommend it. 10%BP is a prescription medication in Canada.
July 29, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared my skin for the first couple of days , and it didnt dry out my skin
Cons:
It has to be used daily and if you miss one application it will take a long time for it to start working again, and the best part of the system is the mask and once it runs out you have to buy it at a seperate price.
If you can stay constant with the product it will work but if u are busy and cant allways take time to apply the product twice a day it will be a wate of your money.
July 29, 2009
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Every step of the system feels light, and it's easy to follow.
Cons:
Had to add an extra moisturizer some nights.
I have light/moderate acne on my forehead and extremely stubborn moderate acne on my cheek and jawline. I've been seeing a dermatologist since age 12, and I've been on two types of pills, 3 if you count The Pill, Ziana, Differen, Duac, and one other. None of these things cleared my acne. I've also tried ProActive, which tore up my face, and made it painful. Clinique Acne Solutions just feels *healthy* when I'm using it. I've already started noticing less inflammation and small pimples were gone overnight. The spots on my forehead are already on their way out (and it's only been two days!) I can't wait to see full results! P.S. I don't recommend this to people with light acne. It's probably just too much medication, esp. the Benzoyl Peroxide at 2.5%.
July 29, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I noticed my skin starting to clear up after just a couple of days. I thought it was probably just a coincidence but my skin continues to improve over the last week.
Cons:
Burns very badly. Especially the area a few inches under my eye. Also causes some redness the first few times.
Overall, this is the most affective and fastest working acne product I have ever used. I even prefer it over proactive. The side affects though are a huge annoyance, but it shouldn't take more than a few days to get used to it. After that, the results took me by surprise.
Pros:
Completely soft on skin, no fragrance, incredibly cheap (didn't even used the coupon), Easy to use, and it lasts long! =D