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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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July 1, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Control Kit)
Cons:
-didnt clear up all the acne
-stinged
i only used it for 8th grade then stopped because it ran out. im in love with the moisturizer now
June 29, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
It's the only Treatment that's worked.
Cons:
Like most treatments, it will probably dry your skin out a bit. I can't use it every day because my skin would be too dry and flaky.
I've tried many products, none seemed to make an improvement. As a last effort before I went to see the derm. again for more options, I decided to give this a try. I'm really glad I did. My acne isn't gone, but its 80-90% better.
June 26, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Nothing
Cons:
Burned my face after first application.
I have used Proactiv for many years, so I am no stranger to the ingredient 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide, and my face is definitely use to it. I decided to try this product out, as it said on the box, it's main ingredient was 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide also.
I applied it like I always do, and my face gradually became more and more irritated over a course of many hours, and it is burned, itchy and on fire. It gave me a chemical burn after only one application. I looked on the bottle of the Repairing Lotion and seen it said 3.7% Benzoyl Peroxide! No wonde rit burned my face! Also, it did not say that on the box, at all, so when I purchased it, I was under the impression it was 2.5% B.P. because that's what it says, but the Lotion is a higher concentration, so be wary of trying this product! Benzoyl Peroxide is very strong as it is, and it's recommended not to go over 2.5% for this very reason!
I'm going to purchase the Equate system that Wal-Mart carries now. I researched it and discovered was an exact replica of Proactiv but better priced, and more convenient!
June 22, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
- Is extremely effective
- It works
Cons:
- Can ruin clothes (lost a brand new t-shirt to bleach stains)
- Can make your face very red and flaky
Long story short, had real bad acne in my teens, used Accutane to clear it which worked. End of last year and after about 3 years of clear skin my acne came back with a vengeance, at the age of 21 going on 22. It progressively got worse without my knowing, and it wasn't by christmas when I realized it was so bad I need to start actually treating this now. Over xmas I tried ineffective home-made attempts to clear my skin, such as taking high doses of vitamin d, rubbing baking soda and apple cider vinegar on my face. Nothing worked, and my spots got worse. In the new year I bought a skin lamp for £100 on ebay, and I followed the instructions to the letter but there was little to no improvement. In April I started using this in the regime and my skin got horribly bad. My skin would turn a crimson red and it looked like i was horribly burnt. After dealing with this highly embarrassing period that I often contemplated stopping using it, but I soldiered on and now at the end of June my skin no longer burns after application, it's smooth and I have no more 'active' spots. My face is far from looking perfect as I still have all the red blemishes and marks left behind, however I feel so much better knowing it can only get better from here. This will definitely help you if you stick to the regimen, I did have what I considered to be bad acne (cheeks constantly red all over with papules) and it was more than the odd spot here and there, and if it worked for me I'm sure it will work for others.
June 3, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
The box looks very pretty
Cons:
This product does not work at ALL. After about a month of using the Severe version of this product, I've actually broken out worse than what I was dealing with before.
The products leave your skin very dry, and it tends to burn. Sun screen is an absolute must, naturally.
Some of my cystic acne has even come back now. This doesn't make any sense, considering my finals are well over by now and I have virtually no stress.
Red marks from past breakouts are starting to reapp
Do NOT buy this product! It certainly didn't help for me.
June 1, 2011
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Gel)
Pros:
. Cheap
. Easy to apply
Cons:
. Stops working after a while
. Greasy feel to it
It is quite a good product but unfortunately after a while your sking gets used it it and you break ou again
May 29, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
works really well for a while
easy to buy
Cons:
skin addictive
BENZOYL PEROXIDE.
pricey
doesn't help in the long run
The company making this product is only interested in your money. I hate companies like that and really don't like to support them. But I got Proactiv for my 15th bday and started using it. I always had a few problem zits here and there consistently on my face, but was mostly clear. Used it until I was 17 (2 years) because it got too expensive to keep up. So I switched to Cetaphil (a gentle cleanser). HORRIBLE reaction. My face broke out and hasn't recovered since. I am now 20. So I have had moderate acne for 3 years now. There really is nothing that has helped since. I tried going back on Proactiv again for 3 months but it just made it worse. So, thats my story, Please, STAY away from proactiv. Just stay away from BP altogether. It is unnatural and harms the skin. Honestly.
May 26, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
The best over the counter wash there is for average to somewhat moderate acne....Use it when your face gets oily and at least twice daily...Make sure you wash it in well and rinse in warm water but don't rub it off with a towel when drying..Costs about $10 at Wal Mart...For severe acne,you really will need medical help with some form of oral antibiotic..
Cons:
Dries the skin after a period of use..Do not use moisturizers with it at all !!!!
The best OTC item on the market...
May 19, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Only product that works, affordable
Cons:
NONE
I have seriously tried EVERYTHING! From proactive, to cetaphil, to expensive treatment from Sephora. I have moderate adult acne and it is so frustrating and embarrassing! I am still a little in shock that I have found something that works so amazingly well. I have been using for two months now and I have had one small pimple! I dare say....this has been life changing!=)
May 15, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Spreads well, absorbs fast, feels great
This stuff absolutely rocks. It goes on great and I like the mild smell it has. It seems to irritate my skin less than other BP treatments as well. Oh yea, and it works!
Pros:
-cleared some acne
-the moisturizer made my face really soft. people were telling me how soft my face was and why was it so soft