Acne.org Products
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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April 15, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
burns eyes if you get it too close
bleaches clothing
This product combined with the other acne.org products is the only thing that has ever cleared my skin completely. I'ts honestly the best out there.
February 1, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It works like it says it does
smooth skin
rosey glow
little to no bumps or pimples
Cons:
slighlty drying
stinging
somewhat irritating
Ive been using proActiv for about 4 weeks now and i have seen Drastic results.It does work but you have to use i correctly..Most people dont follow the directions which clearly state...Begin using system twice a day and the repairing lotion once at night for the first week so that your skin becomes accustomed to it...if you just slather it on its extremely irritating and drying..follow the directions it helps..IMPORTANT..stick to the therapy you will get a breakout 2weeks into using the product its just proactiv cleansing your pores dont give up on it it Really does work just follow instructions and dont overdo take it slow and you will see results i promise you..ppl complain about it because the use to much and are impatient your skin needs to be cared for Proactiv works!!
January 5, 2010
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)
Pros:
Keeps my son's skin pretty free of acne. Very easy to use, doesn't dry out his skin even though he plays Water Polo year round. Now he only gets a small pimple here and there.
Cons:
None
I also grabbed the last 3 boxes they had at our local CVS when they went on clearance. CVS was the only place I could ever find them. Good news is you can can still find them on the web. Amazon and [link removed] carry them, along with some other web sites. Hope this helps anyone like myself who is panicked at the thought I might not be able to find these anymore or that they have been discountinued.
December 22, 2009
Pros:
All natural and doesn't interfere w/ other meds/birth control.
Cons:
None
I just completed 2 months and I think it's wonderful. My skin hasn't been this clear in over 15 years, I'm in my late 20's. I also switched my cleanser & moisturizer over the course of the last month which I think assisted in the clear skin I have now. I think a lot of the problem people have if they think it's too drying is they're using too much of the BP cream. I've gone through 2 boxes and I'm still on the first tube of cream, a little goes a long way. For those who complain about taking 2 pills a day and it's hard to remember... you obviously don't want clear skin that bad. I carry the pills in my purse and they go where I go. I try to take them as close to 12 hours apart as I can. It's cheap and easy, a small price to pay for clear skin. I've gone to 3 diff derms, tried proactive (twice at diff times in my life), murad etc, every otc, home remedy. I even went chemical free for 2 months and just used all natural, still nothing. I didn't even know about this stuff until a couple months ago and I kick myself for not getting it sooner.
December 10, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Overall, good stuff. It cleared me up after consistent use.
Cons:
The effects did diminish over time.
I use this a more of a spot treatment now. It worked fine for awhile, but I suspect that my body started to get use to it. But, I would highly reccomend the treatment to anyone suffering from acne.
November 3, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Everything!
Cons:
None!
I have used Proactiv for several years now, I just recently switched to a cheaper over the counter face wash to try and save money, and I completely regret it. Even after less than a month, I started breaking out. Proactiv is worth the price. I bought some more today and already after one wash my face feels wonderful again. I would recommend this to anyone, I will never use anything else ever again!
October 26, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Proactive works great (if you use all three products every day). It only stings a little bit when you put on the toner. (I decided that meant it was 'working'.)
Cons:
Proactiv is a little, um, labor-intensive. I did it once a day. (Who has time?) I also didn't need the 'automatic' membership, the 'automatic' charge to my credit card, and the 'automatic' shipment every other month.
Use it if you have mild to moderate acne, rich parents, and too much time on your hands.
October 11, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
My Freshman year in high school, around Christmans time, my face exploded. I had severe acne on the sides of my face. I got proactive and I was completely clear for about a year.
Cons:
Summer of my sophomore year I started breaking out a little bit again. I must have started becoming immune to it. from then on I always had a few zits. So I stoped using proactive and not my face is 10 times worse than it was when i never used it.
Works for a little while but if you stop using it your live will be hell.
September 27, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smells great.
Leaves skin feeling soft.
Easy to use, not time consuming.
Cons:
Does not work.
Too expensive.
I have a lot more pimples when NOT using it but overall it does not clear up anything or help my appearance. I am not satisfied with this product at all. I have been using Proactiv for a while now thinking nothing else would help but I've recently read great reviews on Mary Kay's Acne Treatment Gel and I'm going to try that out and STOP using Proactiv.
September 9, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Makes my skin soft and feel clean. Worked for the first couple years using it.
Cons:
Does not work any longer after years of using. Skin breaks out more then ever now and have been useing proactiv for over 5 years. Does not stop new break outs and does not reduce how often break outs happen.
Was good in the begining, but now does not work any longer.
Pros:
doesn't smell bad
cheap
magical powers