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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.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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December 17, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
It really severly dries out the skin. Be sure to use a moisturizer.
I will order it again, but I would only recommend to friends who I think wouldn't mind taking a gamble.
December 2, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Fragrance free
Foamy
Works
Cons:
10% BP may be a bit harsh
May give an initial breakout
Drying
I like this a lot. My face is getting an initial breakout from this product, but I can totally tell it is working. I can't wait to have clear skin. Most cleansers leave my face bright red, but this hasn't yet. I remove my makeup before I wash my face with a gentle cleanser. Then, I use this. All I use is a small amount, and I foam it up. I put it on my U-zone (where I break out in pimples). I follow with a moisturizer. This routine has been so helpful for me.
December 2, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Proactiv clears up the blemishes and is easy on my skin.
Cons:
You must use proactiv everyday. It is time consuming, The cleanser doesn't remove all the makeup sp you may need to have another product on top of the Proactive line.
If you use this product you must use it everyday. I have skipped using it once my face begins to clear up and then it all comes back. I am afraid to change products though because proactiv does work, but only to an extent.
November 28, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Clears acne! It's a good emergency acne treatment. I had a big pimple right on my forehead. It was stark red and nothing would get rid of it. So I went to walmart and bought this. It was amazing! It made my pimple smaller just after 1 use!
Cons:
It comes in a small tube for $5.00. Sort of hard to apply.
BUY IT!!! It is a little bit expensive, but it's totally worth it. My big red pimple became smaller just after 1 use! It's a good emergency acne treatment. Don't buy the other acne treatments. Some of them have 10% benzoyl peroxide, but it irritates your skin! This one only has 2.5 % benzoyl peroxide, but it works just as well as a 10% one. Good luck! You're on your way to clear skin.
November 24, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
affordability
Cons:
i broke out even more. i've never broken out this much in my life. i'm 26 and i have occasional break outs. i saw that it was similar to proactiv so i decided to try it since it claims it is better. it is NOT. i do not recommend this product at all.
will not try this again.
November 23, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It works really well for the first year or so... a major difference within the first few uses.
Cons:
After a few months it loses its effectiveness for some reason, maybe it's drying my skin out too much?
No
November 22, 2008
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Gel)
Pros:
Very effective and affordable! If used along with Retin-A 0.025 % it will work wonders for your skin.
Cons:
Your skin gets very dry the first two weeks! A lot of dead skin falls out. I guess it is somewhat like a dermabrasion but trust me it is worth it.
It works if used continuously.
November 19, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
actually works
Cons:
took awhile to work, time consuming, dries skin
this took awhile to work for me, i've been using it for about three months. i had the clearing at first and then i would still get a few, but it was still better than before. at first my skin was more dry than it had ever been, but it has gotten better. my skin was never that bad, but there was always something. i use aveeno spf instead of the moisturizer and vitamin e oil at night for the moisture. i still have some red marks left, but the vitamin e is supposed to help with that. it also seemed fairly expensive, but it actually lasts for quite awhile. you don't need to use as much of the face wash as the treatment, i only use about half of a pump of it. start slow at first, because my sister tried this, and she put on more than she should have at first and then her skin was burning for a few days. but if you're patient with it, it will work
November 15, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Cheap, like the soft feel on skin (made me want to put more than I'm suppose to), gives me enough time to massage it onto my skin without drying out, and yet dries within 1 minute after I'm done putting it on. Great product!
Cons:
Sting eyes when put too much on, drying (subsided within few weeks, I used jojoba oil to couple with drying until my skin got used to it).
After 10 years of suffering acne and trying all the OTC and prescription medicines out there, I'm finally acne-free thanks to this product!!! Thanks Dan!
November 15, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Flattens and dries out pimples quick
Cons:
Very dry skin and dark mark wherever cream was applied
I got a sample and have been using it for the past few days, my gigantic pimple has flattened out but in place if the zits are now dark marks....basically use a q-tip to dot this stuff exactly where you want it otherwise it will turn other areas of your skin dark.
Pros:
My skin seems healthier. Because I spent so much on it, I am consistent about using it, which means I am taking better care of my skin. I have cleared up some, but still have some nagging zits. Before use, my acne was moderate, now it's mild.