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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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October 24, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Cons:
Temporarily irritates my skin a little after being washed, and makes it tight throughout the night so i cant smile or yawn. Doesnt make oily skin very dry.
Works great, not too dry skin, you start seeing results in at least 5 days. This product actually seems to be working for me, hopefully it will a life long product that can help.
October 23, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Time consuming, toooo expensive, smells funny, doesnt make my skin feel clean at all.....oh ya and lets not forget IT DOESNT WORK!!!!
I had bad acne really bad but when I used proactive it got worse and it brought friends along that I have never had before including black heads acne cysts and my pores where hudge all I had to do was put just a little pressure on my face with one finger and white stuff would shoot out of my pores!!!! Jessica Simpson is a liar!!!! there all liars DONT EVER USE IT!!!
October 23, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The cleanser is real good, It makes your skin soft and it helps control some acne.
Cons:
After using it for a month or longer it doesn't work, Your skin gets red and it does get somewhat flaky.
I believe you can go to wal-mart and get something more affordable and work just as good!!!!!!
October 22, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
My skin looked a little clearer the next morning after first use
Doesn't really make my skin feel dry
Cons:
My acne has actually gotten worse. I've read in the reviews that others have also gotten the big red bumps, mine are on my cheeks, my skin was never like that before
Right now I'm thinking about quitting it. I'm going to reduce the applications to once a day and if I still get the red bumps I'm going to discontinue use. I'm not sure if the product is just too harsh for my skin type, it's just strange that other people have had the same problem, maybe it's a reaction to something in the cleansers.
October 22, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
I tried everything to get rid of my acne, proactive, murad, neutrogena, diffirin gel,etc.After years of embarrassment i gave up and tried the cheap stuff for the hell of it. and a MIRACLE happened. I have never had such clear, smooth, skin before
Cons:
The facewash and pads are ALL u need, morning and night, ! the spot gel makes ur skin drier and breakout more for some reason. the first month you use it it makes ur skin slightly dry, but not peeley, and noticeable
I would still be struggling with horrible acne if it weren't for this product. It changed my life so much that i felt i actually had to google it and write a review which i have never done. If you have tested everything and nothing worked, i would give this product a try. For the first time in 8 yrs i can step outside without makeup on bc i feel confident and proud of my skin and actually get compliments on how smooth it is. i have been using this product for 8 mos consistently day and night, and don't plan on stopping
October 19, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
i just started using it like 4 days ago and my skin is a tiny bit smooth.
Cons:
it makes it really itchy after you use it and it gets rid of small pimples not that much withBIG ones. i'll see after a month if its good or not worth it.
i think that its working for my skin. the only thing that works for me is the toner and the mask thing. my forehead has LOTS of pimples and when i first starting using it , it took away the small bumps but kept the big red ones that hurt. i think you should try it cuz it may work for some skin types or maybe it wont. after a month i'm gonna see if its been working good on my skin or if its not worth the money at all.
October 17, 2008
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Cleared up spots quickly and effectively.
Cons:
A bit of irritation and soreness - but hey spots or dry skin? It wasn't a difficult choice.
The best product I have used. Drys out your skin and has reduced my spots amazingly. I am 100% happy with this and the little side effect of dry skin....who cares - moisturise.
October 14, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Clear Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
worked perfectly cleared my whole face in 1 day
Cons:
none
best acne medicine ever i reccomend it it works like a charm
October 14, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Works very well very fast. Eliminates white heads immediately, and clears cysitc acne over a short period of time
Cons:
Burns face, may cause rash, turns face red...if skin is sensitive?
Alright...all you have to do is use this product in moderation. If its to strong cut back to once evry other day, and if thats to strong then find out what works for you....bottom line, this stuff works and now its cheaper then ever.. I use step one every day and the toner and lotion on troubled spots on my cheeks and it works wonerfully...good luck everyone
October 13, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It works. It got rid of my big red painful pimple in 2 days.
Cons:
The bottle could have more for the price. What people don't realise is a little goes a long way.
A little goes a long way with this product. If you use too much then you will run out faster. My painful pimple that started on thursday hurt so bad wicked bad. Then I bought the product and on friday it was a little smaller, and saterday more small, by Sunday it was not there anymore.
Pros:
i have just started using this since looking it up on this site, and it actually has made a difference in my skin. my skin feels smoother right after being washed, and is clearer by the morning. pimple sizes have reduced, and no new pimples yet!