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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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March 18, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Expensive. Can only order online/by phone. Band-aid solution.
I have been using ProActive for a number of years. It has worked wonderfully for me, but it's definitely only a band-aid solution. It cleared up my mild/moderate acne very quickly, and I was able to come off the oral acne medication I was taking at the time. I never found it overly drying for my sensitive, oily skin. It did, however, leave me extra oily at times, though using the ProActive Sheer Finish Mattifying Gel helped with that. Sadly, after years of use, its effectiveness gradually wore off and I started getting more frequent 'occasional' breakouts so I decided to set out in search of other options. As soon as discontinued use my acne came back full force, and worse than ever! It's been awful, and now I'm back to square one. I would still advise people to give it a try, it did wonders for me as my skin did very well on this system. However, I am now searching for a new possibly more natural, long-lasting, acne fighting regime.
March 18, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-If used CORRECTLY you will see a difference within the first few days!
Cons:
If you stop using it you break out all over again :(
BOTTOM LINE IS THIS. Everyone's skin is different so if you don't like PROACTIV; the way it smells or feels ( I DO! ) thats O.K. just see how your skin LOOKS :) i have been using this for YEARS and it just keeps getting better! - beware all of whom are unpatient!
it does NOT work miracles instantly it may take time depending on the severity of your acne! best way to use this..( i have 6 years experience btw) A.M.
-STEP 1:Renewing Cleanser
-STEP 2:Revitalizing Toner
-STEP 3:Repairing Lotion
- Daily Oil Control
-Moisturizing Lotion
IN THAT ORDER :) P.M.
-STEP 1:Renewing Cleanser
-STEP 2:Revitalizing Toner
-Refining Mask 2-3 times a week leave on for only 10 min!!
-STEP 3:Repairing Lotion
GOOD NIGHT!
March 17, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
I get acne along my chin and jaw very badly. I use the Acne.org Benzoyl Peroxide as a spot treatment and could see results immediately. I do recommend using a small amount as it can irritate your skin. It works wonders for me! I have used Clean & Clear and other name brand items for months at a time and this product cleared up my skin within the first week!!
Cons:
My skin did burn with the initial use but the second time using it, I could tell my skin had adapted to it.
Use lightly and great for spot treatments.
March 17, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Cleared up my skin pretty quick. Best stuff I've ever used!
Cons:
More sensitive to the sun. Compared with other products it's a good deal, but after shipping and tax it's still a little pricey.
I noticed a difference in just a couple weeks. I've been using it for about 6 weeks now and my face has stopped producing new pimples. I don't think I've had a new zit for a few weeks now. The black heads on my nose are smaller too. I have to admit I haven't been following the regimen everyday. Many days I only do it once, but it still is working great for me.
March 14, 2010
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
2.5% BP, less irritating on skin, will help clear up acne, easy to find
Cons:
Leaves white residue after it drys, doesn't apply very easily, expensive, makes skin super tight feeling
When first starting Dan's regimen, I began by using this BP while I waited for Dan's to arrive. I've used it in the past as a spot treatment as the product suggests. It did help clear up existing pimples, but I think it is more effective when used as a preventative measure. I prefer Dan's BP. It applies so much easier and doesn't dry too quickly, which means you can spread it around easier. Neutrogena's BP is super expensive considering you only get a small tube. But, if you are unable to order Dan's, it will work.
January 13, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-Smooth skin
-Removes dirt and dead skin
-Alleviates lesions
-Reduces whiteheads
-Very slowly, but surely fade scars
-Helps the complexion to a degree
-Suppresses almost all breakouts
Cons:
-Makes skin a bit dry
-Might make you breakout and make your acne worse when you disuse the product
*(Things that I don't mind, but others might)
*Smell of the mask and moisturizer
*Might sting a bit during application
*Have to be very consistent and avoid missing treatment.
*Have to stick with the product.
*Price.
Proactiv really works. Its not just by luck that they've been able to launch their product mainstream while others have failed. Either you're using the product incorrectly or you haven't given it enough time. The product works, but only under the conditions that you, the user, create as a suitable regiment corresponding to your skin sensitivity and type.
In my personal experience, I've used the product on three occasions. First two times I tried the product it wasn't very pretty because I didn't follow the above directions such as consistency, sticking to the product, and good regimen which obviously made me breakout horribly. Before my 3rd use of the product, I didn't get anywhere near the product while it sat behind the darkness of my bathroom. By that time I was so desperate for my skin that I hopelessly used it. Its been roughly two weeks and I haven't had any breakout besides a pimple or two. Even the scars created from past acne has begun to fade.
Remember, this product's main purpose is to exfoliate the skin. Common sense says exfoliating twice a day, every day won't make your acne and skin better, but worse and drier than ever.
Now I basically only have my faded acne scars left on my skin with an exception of an active pimple or two and all I'm really waiting for is the scars to pass. I hope to make a sequel to this post.
***Hope this helps all my fellow acne sufferers out there.***
November 25, 2009
Pros:
clears acne up fast
Cons:
losing weight
It works the best and its the only product that i would ever buy for my acne
September 19, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Proactive worked for me when nothing else did!!
Cons:
Caused slight dryness the first month
I live in Chicago and have had the opportunity to visit several dermatologists here. The medication that they gave me made my skin look and feel worse. I would say my acne is moderate. My breakouts were few, but when I did breakout it was horrible and it seemed like it took weeks for skin to clear up. I am in my late 30's and have struggled w/ acne since I was about 24. Nothing helped me but Proactive. I saw the commercials for years and never thought to give it a try until I saw it on QVC. They supersized everything, plus they included the green tea moisturizer and the on the spot benzoyl treatment. I can't believe that I could have had clear skin years ago. Please if you are considering Proactive, give it a try!!! Your skin can't get any worse....
August 3, 2016
Product used: Rodan + Fields (Unblemish)
Im glad I stuck it out!
I am not a consultant just a happy customer. I have used the Unblemish skin care regimen for about a year now and I am so glad that I stuck with it! A little bit about my acne before I started Rodan and Fields: I usually noticed my acne get bad right when the weather started getting hot the past couple years and of course I would break out during my period. I first thought I would try natural products to try and get rid of the acne by using different types of oils: coconut oil, castor oil, grape seed oil, etc. I was not successful it just made the acne worse. So I decided to try The Unblemish regimen. In the beginning it was a terrible experience, breaking out like crazy, irritated and flaky skin. I also found out I was pregnant about the same time that I started the regimen which didn't help my acne since my hormones were out of whack. It continued like that for almost 4 months! By about the 4 month marker of me using the regimen I was noticing less and less acne. By the 5th month I maybe had 1 zit! One year later I love my skin! I was scared that I was going to start breaking out again because of the hot weather but I haven't which is awesome. I also love their Soothe 30 spf sunscreen, which doesn't ever make me break out!
May 10, 2016
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
not for me
I tried this product before finding my current regimen, and it didn't work for me at all. I found the scrub to be far too irritating for my skin - it just broke me out more.
Pros:
Cleared my acne quickly. Kept my acne at bay for awhile.