Benzoyl Peroxide
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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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January 14, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It cleared up my face. Works better than anything I have tried in the past.

Cons:

only dryness/irritation I show is when I get too close to my eyes. Other than that, not too happy with the price either.

My face looks better than it has since I was 16 years old. It's never had blemish free periods until now. Do I still have breakouts?... rarely, but it quickly clear up, then my face is clear again for months. Oh, my face is ridiculously oily- maybe that's why Proactive doesn't dry out my skin. Oh yeah, I also use more than the recommended amount. Dime size??? yeah right. Maybe dime size per each quadrant of my face. I guess that's why I go thru the bottles so fast and complain about the price! But bottom line is it works for me and I am extremely happy. Wish I had started it sooner.
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January 13, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Clear Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream)

Pros:

Works really good on pimples, and amazingly also fades the red scars pretty quickly.

Cons:

Leaves the skin super dry. Plus, it leaves a white residue on your face...

It will get rid of the pimples real nice and fast, though i can't yet say about blackheads.
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January 13, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

it absorbs w/ patience, IT WORKS!

Cons:

it drys skin

i landed on this page in desperate search for a solution to treat my stubborn and evergrowing acne. Dan's regimen is affordable. i brought all 3 steps.the key is to give it a good week or more to start seeing results. and do stick to the regimen as it really really made a difference. listen to Dan when he says treat your face nicely...no rough rubbing. also, it really did dry my skin out but i didn't stop, you gotta have patience.only stop if you have bad reaction to benzoyl. otherwise stick to the plan caz you won't regret. right now my skin doesn't have those huge hard pimples anymore. my brownish marks from old pimples seem to fade away caz bp seems to make my skin peel. remember to put tons of moisturizer caz it really does dry you out. but if you are like me and you got no other way out..give it a try. remember to follow the steps closely and stick to it...you will seem to have worse skin in the first week or two..but don't give up.
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January 9, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

the refining mask helped to get rid of really bad pimples..

Cons:

...nothing else worked. it made my skin dry, raw, flaky, and so much worse than before i started.

proactiv is useless unless you have really oily skin. if you have normal or dry skin it just completely wrecks it. IF you are one of the few people it seems to work on, your skin begins to develop a dependance on it, and when you stop using it you get 100x worse than before you started. WASTE OF MONEY, YOU ARE JUST PAYING FOR BIG ADVERTISEMENTS WITH STUPID CELEBRITIES!
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January 4, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

This is a really easy system to use, and routine takes a short amount of time to complete. The lotion doesn't sting when applied, like it did for me when I used ProActiv. Very reasonable price compared to ProActic system.

Cons:

I have been using the system for a week, and I have broken out much worse than when I used Proactiv. I am getting acne in areas that weren't flaring up before.

The system leaves my skin feeling really clean, and the lotion feels much gentler than that of ProActiv's. I didn't experience clearer skin in 3 days, but I am going to stick with this regimen until the 2 week mark, and hopefully I will see results like shown in the commercial! I was really impressed by the results of the African American girl in the AcneFree commercial, so I hope I will see the same changes in a week. I will keep you posted :)
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January 4, 2008
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Females)

Pros:

It is pretty effective, not too many side effects, and it improves skin texture.

Cons:

I ran out for a couple of days and my skin brokeout really bad!

Nature's Cure is a good product, in my personal opinion if you have fairly mild acne. I never notice any cons except for the one I listed above. They do not contain a funny taste (they taste like sugar pills) and they do not discolor your teeth like many other oral acne medicines.
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January 4, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Complete Acne Therapy System)

Pros:

Inexpensive, Only 3 steps, clears up skin fast,

Cons:

A little drying

I was about to buy Philosophy's Makeup Optional kit, but thought I'd try a less expensive product first. I'm so glad I did!! This Neutrogena kit is great!! It's really easy, 2 steps in the morning and 2 at night. I noticed a difference the first week I started using it. My only problem was that the BP night lotion left my skin really dry. I solved that problem by using Cetaphil moisturizing CREAM. Not a problem anymore! I highly recommend this.
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January 3, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)

Pros:

Works wonders on acne and clears your face

Cons:

Dries your face the first few weeks of usage, but skin gets a lot better after

I've tried out A LOT of products and this is the first to actually work well and keep up with what is does. And considering its price, it is WELL worth it
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December 31, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

At first it was taking the acne away and I was pleased.

Cons:

I have been using this stuff for two years now and my face is a disaster. I am getting little bumps all over, I have white discolorations all over my face. If I stop using it my acne gets worse than before.

I only wished I could go back to the mild acne I had and have my old face back. Yes, this stuff does, for the most part, keep normal acne away, but it destroys your face in the process. Now I don't know what I am going to do to fix it. The Dermatologist mentioned Fraxel to take away some of the bumps and discoloration. This is a nightmare! Don't get hooked on this product. It may help to start but down the road you will regret it, trust me.
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December 30, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

Is very light, sinks in quickly, doesn't dry my skin out, one bottle lasts me months and months.

This has become a part of my daily routine. I can wear this easily under moisturizer and make-up with no problems. My skin is VERY oily so I've never had a problem with this drying my skin out. When I put this on in the morning, I don't get breakouts. When I forget to put it on - I do. I also love the size of the bottle and price. Because I use so little of it, one bottle lasts me a very very long time. It's great :)
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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.

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  • 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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