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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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March 26, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It cleared up my acne quite a bit.. reduced existing pimples.

Cons:

i get little breakouts, but it clears them up within a couple of days. it dries out my skin a lot, so i can't use step three and i can only use the scrub once a day.

it isn't all that it is cracked up to be. i havn't treid a lot of acne treatments so i couldn't compare it to any other products. it is expensive and doesn't work all that great (on my skin type which is oily-normal). but some people swear by it. it works awesomely on my cousin who is a model and on a lot of my friends. i think you have to try it to see because on some people it works like no other and on others it doesn't do anything. if it would work on you, it would definatly be worth it!
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March 25, 2007
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)

Pros:

creamtastic!

Cons:

none

Brill stuff i would recommend quinoderm cream to anyone i have always been lucky and had clear skin but here i am 30 something :)and got like a hormonal acne breakout been using quinoderm cream 10% for almost a week now, skin is softer spots are gone and red marks are fading have also found after using quinoderm face wash in the morning then applying cream it does tingle and skin feels heated but lasts like 5mins or so not much discomfort at all considering the plus side. i do apply makeup over it and the best thing i found is makeup foundation stays on all day!! another + it doesnt seem to slide or go shiney. i havent found quinoderm to be too drying but guess after prolonged use it could. hope this helps anyone making their mind up on buying quinoderm cream. its cheap as chips and zaps the zits!! go buy some u know ya wanna!!!
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March 22, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

CHEAP!! it worked well with my skin but ocasionally stoped working

Cons:

Very runny and doesnt always keep your face clear

Its worth the cost!
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March 19, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Complete Acne Therapy System)

Pros:

none

Cons:

1.Tight on skin
2.Burns the first time
3.Costs too much

This was horrible...i thought it would work but it didn't and i wasted lik money for something that just caused me to become more red and dry...which caused my forehead to completely break out...its really not worth it..only works on certain skin tone...but mine was combination and i didn't help at all
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March 13, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Complete Acne Therapy System)

Pros:

the cleanser is really nice, makes your face feel clean

Cons:

the overnight lotion does make your skin dry but i guess thats normal for a bp product.

for me i'm not sure it works though becuase it did work the first 2 weeks i used it but after that my face became a breakout nightmare. and now i have around 4 puss like pimples on my face per week which i actually never really had before.
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March 9, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It makes your skin feel clean

Cons:

doesnt do anything

DONT BUY IT. jessica simpson lied.
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February 27, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Clears skin, skin feels smooth.

Cons:

Skin sometimes dry, bleaches towels, etc. Nothing serious.

I have never commented on any acne product before, yet I have had acne since I was in middle school (I am now in college). This is the only product that has ever worked for me better than anything else. My mistake was stopping use of it when my skin was the best it had been in awhile because of the cost... but my face ended up breaking out bad, which it hadn't done in a long time. So I am now back on it, and honestly it is worth the amount... to feel confident with your skin. I have been using it for a few weeks and my skin is not 100% clear, but getting better each day. I believe in this product as long as you use it properly and stick with it. Good luck to everyone suffering this condition.
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February 25, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)

Pros:

it wasn't too expensive

Cons:

i really did not like this product, it only made my acne worse. it dried out my skin and made it really flakey.

it seems like this product works for some people, but for others it doesn't. for me, it didn't work, it made my skin a lot redder and it became very dry and flakey.
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February 19, 2007
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)

Pros:

conveinent, leaves skin nice and and cool

Cons:

not as effective as a cream and a bit pricey. and i think it leaves a film on your skin, but it's pretty much invisible so w/e

every other week in PE i have to run a mile. after the mile my face is just dripping with sweat, so i use one of the pads to wipe my face. the smell takes time to get used to, but it leaves your skin nice and cool. i believe this wards off pimples that are just cropping up from the surface, but not too effective on pimples that have already shown themselves.
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February 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Lessens the number of blemishes.
Blemishes seem to heal faster.
Gives your skin a healthy glow and (smoothes)preps skin for foundation. (i love natural bare minerals - great for acne prone skin!)

Cons:

I do find that I need to use a little moisturizer when finished with the 3 Proactive steps. My favorite is Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizer. (NOT oil-free gel...even though my skin is naturally oily... regular works best!)

All in all, I find Proactive to be helpful in battling against my acne. Here is the routine which is working for me. This formula took me years to create and I have finally found a comfortable balance with my skin! IN THE MORNING: I use Proactive steps 1 & 2. If needed: dab a little Nutrogena's Spot Treatment to individual spots. Now use Proactive repairing lotion (step 3). Follow with a little of Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisurizer. Now u r ready for makeup! AT NIGHT: I use Clean and Clear cream cleanser, follow with a Stridex pad and then Clinique lotion. This saves on the amt. of expensive Proactive and also keeps my skin balanced. Basically, in a nut shell, I use Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning and salacylic acid at night. This has really worked for me! I am 26 and have been battling acne since I was 13. I am obsessed with perfect skin and this is what I found to give me the best results! Make sure to ease into new products and give them time!
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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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Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

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Red flags:

  • 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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