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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October 4, 2007
Product used: ZAPZYT (Maximum Strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Gel)

Pros:

texture goes on clear, not powdery, easy to apply, my face is clear right now, waiting to see if this keeps the pimples away

Cons:

none yet

better than the 10% clearasil ive been using for years
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October 4, 2007
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Females)

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Easy to use, the tablets don't taste bad at all, makes your skin feel clean and healthy. The cream is scentless and quick to use.

Cons:

Keeping up with the tablets is difficult for people with bad memory.

It's amazing, I've never had clearer skin with anything I've ever used before!
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September 29, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))

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It works great! cleared my skin up in a couple of day, I like it cause it gave you no shine at all, and the cream kind of hides your existing pimples!

Cons:

This stuff does not spread at all and dries out way to fast, It also left white residue all over my face, takes forever to apply!

It's a good product, clears skin well...But applying it is a pain in the a$$, I wish it was a little more light and spreaded better....I would reccomend Dan's BP Gel!!!
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September 29, 2007
Product used: Triaz (Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser)

Pros:

I am amazed at how quickly and wonderfully this product works. I mad mild acne on my face, chest, and back which I had tried many remedies for. Within a couple days of day and night use it cleared 95% with very little dryness. I'm thrilled!

Cons:

I didn't know how much it cost because my dermatologist gave it to me free--I'm going through it quickly, so I'm not thrilled to hear the price, but I'd pay anything for this success.

I'm 40. I wish I'd found this product when I was a teenager. I could have avoided years of not being happy with my skin. I feel like telling everyone I see!
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September 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

The product works well for a few months

Cons:

After a long time of using it; it stopped working

AcneFree is a lot cheaper and I noticed more results with this product. Proactiv is a bit pricey and does work if you religously use it however it seems like the product looses its effect after a while. It dries out your face ALOT - its not gentle at all like the commercial makes it out to be. Tons of publicity and the product isn't great.
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September 19, 2007
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Females)

Pros:

It seems to work a little bit...works just fine without the cream...

Cons:

Dries out skin if u use the cream.

I've been using this for about a week, and I've already seen some results. Nothing significant yet, but some. The bigger pimples on my cheeks and chin have gotten smaller, and the small patches of acne on my forehead are mostly gone. I don't usually use the paste, just because the one time i did use it, it dried out my skin pretty badly. The pills work fine alone.
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September 11, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

helps to clear up acne and get you in a good cleansing regimen.

Cons:

can be drying only if you do not moisturize! will need to use a long time because i have acne, and there is no cure...if bp works, you need to keep using it or else you will still break out even after your face is clear

I have used proactiv on and off for years. I went off it years ago because of the drying scaling effects it had on my skin.. Well, needless to say i've been suffering for years trying to find something else. I have clogged pores and cystic hormonal acne. I've tried it all and have been to dermatolgists as well. After finding dan's site and reading about the regimen i decided to try proactiv again. This time i am sure to use a makeup remover every night, I apply the proactiv gently and MOISTURIZE!!! OH! I also use dan's bp gel vs the repairing lotion.. the repairing lotion did not agree with my skin and caused even more clogged pores, which is why i think i stopped using proactiv years ago.. It has only been a few weeks, but my skin is getting so much better. It's not as oily during the day and i'm not experiencing the dryness. I use Cereve to remove my make up and i also use their moisturizer at night. I also use Olay sensitive sunscreen spf for daytime. hope this helps
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September 5, 2007
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)

Pros:

It hass been the only treatment to sucessfully clear my acne, dries everything right out and even helps to somewhat vanish previous acne scarring

Cons:

Sometimes out of stock at the store :(

The Best stuff ever beacuse it has a high concentration of Benzoyl Peroxide (5%/10%) it really dries out acne quickly. I started to see results by the 2nd and 3rd day. It's not expensive at all and it works. I found that other acne products that contain salycic acid dont work at all, or if they do they clear up 1 zit but replace it with 5 new ones. I strongly recommend this product, especially to people with oily to very oily skin
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September 5, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

Lovely and smooth, non-greasy and non-drying.

Cons:

Price of post and packing to the uk, but i think the product is well worth it.

I am 25 and have more or less grown out of my acne but i still continue to get stubbern mild acne. My treatment history is long and any results temporary. I have actually been useing BP2.5% for many years with ok results however i always hated the feel and it stripped my skin and left my complextion looking dull. On reading about Dan's regime i gave it a try useing my old brand of BP, it sorted the spots but my skin couldn't handel the BP and i was forever starting and stopping. Dan's BP has transformed the regime for me, it's given me great results with none of the negative side effects, my skin is looking smooth and soft and can even handle the gel without moisturiser. I love this product.
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August 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

This product works in the beginning. When your face eventually gets use to the medication the acne returns.

Cons:

Very expensive! Drys out face so you better buy a moisturizer if you decide to buy the three step system. Leaves face very oily and itchy.

Ladies and gentlemen, here is my two cents. This product truly does work for the first couple of months. But over time, your face starts to become oily which in the end brings back the acne you were initially fighting. All I can say is if you are running out of options, try this product. Don't expect it to work consistently though. Let's just say if I stopped using Proactiv my face would be worse than it already is. So the product does work but not completely. Good luck!
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The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
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  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
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  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
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