Benzoyl Peroxide
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Benzoyl peroxide is a topical treatment that kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin, helping to keep pores unclogged.

It is usually applied once or twice a day to the acne-affected area. You should see results quickly, but sometimes it takes 4 to 6 weeks of treatment to become apparent.

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November 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

none

Cons:

more break outs

I used this product with great hope. I am so tired of getting pimples at 30 yrs old when i never got them at 16. i bought the product and used it for amonth .. no improvement. but i figured maybe i need to give it more time. so I continued and now it has been 3 months and i have broken out more then ever before. i am so upset and distressed.
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November 25, 2007
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)

Pros:

it really works!!! I've been using it for years. it dries up your pimple and prevent the appearance of acne scars

Cons:

dry skin but you can use a good moisturizer like olay

buy it..
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November 21, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It cleared up my face instantly, and kept it that way for the time i was using it. I think it absolutely works.

Cons:

When i stop using it, i broke out.

I think thats its worth the money and i went without it for about 2 months and i immediately went back to it and i had all kinds of breakouts. I have been back on it for a week and i already see an EXTREME improvement. Its worth the investment.
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November 17, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Works very well for me. I had acne problem since 10 years ago. I tried a bunch of brands even very expensive ones. None of them worked out. But Proactiv stopped my breakout ever since. I even recommended it to my friends. All positive feedback

I had some skin flakes and driness at the first beginning when I started to use Proactiv. But I kept using it, but only in less amount and frequency. After some time, the allergy went away and my skin started to fall in love with this product. That's what I told my freidns. Keep using it after your skin gets use to it. Then you will see the effect. I have been using it for 2 years.
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November 15, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Smells nice, looks nice, cool idea of products.

Cons:

Doesn't at all work.

I've attempted to use proactiv twice to get rid of acne..It didn't work. I tried it the first time a couple years ago, and eventually gave up on everything. Then recently I thought I'd give it another try because of all the celebrity endorses, and new products. I thought my skin would actually clear and I'd look like me again..but it didn't. I used it about two months and it abosutely did nothing for my skin! It was a waste of money, and time. Proactiv is just an endorsement scam, for the majority of people it makes the acne worse. I hate proactiv and never again will I or let any family or friends buy it.My mom bought me four kits and I eventually got to return all of them. By the way, the customer service there sucks. Good luck with this crap in a bottle, Proactiv.
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November 14, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

I don't believe there is any reason to buy this product.

Cons:

This is an expensive item that did nothing for my acne. I have since discovered the Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit and it works wonderfully!

Do not get Proactive, get the Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit.
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November 13, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

* the toner makes my skin look more even
* it smells good and gets rid of pimples faster than any other product I've tried
* leaves my skin feeling fresh all day

Cons:

* it can cause mild dryness but all you need is to put a non-comedogenic moisturizer over the refining lotion
* a little over-priced

Proactiv doesn't completely clear your skin right away but sticking with it for at least 3 weeks, you will definitely see a huge difference. So hang it there!!
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November 11, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)

Pros:

Clears up problem zones pretty well and quickly

Cons:

Doesn't fully clear up all acne

I never really had bad acne, just a few pimples here and there. When I got this system, it cleared up my T-Zone and forehead really quick, and now I never have more than a small pimple or two on my face. It's worth buying! The trick is to use other products with the system like spot clearing gel and face masks.
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November 11, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

The sulfur mask really does work.

Cons:

Irritation, skin extra vulnerable to sun when using toner.

From experience, only the mask worked (and ironically there is very little of it). The lotion burns and the exfoliant doesn't feel like it works at all. The toner is so-so.
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November 11, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)

Pros:

same main ingredient as Proactive but for less price

Cons:

Drying and itchy skin

My face seems to get a little dry (more so in the winter) and itchy from using this product. I think using a moisturizer will help but I choose not to use it. I just don't like using a face lotion because it makes my face feels greasy. My face usually gets a little dry after washing but oily in about 3-4 hours afterwards. The BP wash seems to be doing something so far because it's keeping my existing acne under control and I haven't noticed a new one forming yet. I have a few tiny ones but nothing to be worried about. It's only been a week and I suppose it will continue to get better after a month of use. I would also advice you not to use too much of it and leave it on for too long to keep the dryness down.
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