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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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May 3, 2007
Cons:
It does cause dryness, a little flakiness, and the night time lotion can be itchy - from reading the comments above I may be just about to hit the make or break point (1.5 months)
So far I LOVE IT. My acne has always been very flaky so a little extra dryness (which I combat with a second oil-free lotion) is not a big deal for me. I hope it continues to work because I would use this forever with the way my face looks and feels now. I've never seen results so fast. The first week I used it my skin felt different and after a month and a half I haven't had ONE major breakout. When you compare it to Proactive or even going on medication $19 bucks is not much.
May 3, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
horrible allergic reaction
My skin had few to no blisters at 26 now I'm wrinkly and rashy and my eyes swelled up until they almost closed. Sucks!!
May 2, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
My acne has been reduced by 90%. I still have a zit here or there, but my small bumps and large zits are gone!!!!
Cons:
My face took 3 weeks to really adjust to the product. It is harsh and you really have to be careful about how many times a day you can use the product. I only use the lotion 1x per day and the wash twice.
This is the only product out of the many that I have tried that has worked. I will never use anything else ever again.!!!!
April 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
hmmm...smooth skin. It cleans the dirt off my skin.
Cons:
It dries it to the point where it even looks like you have more wrinkles.
I tried to use it the first few times and I got an allergic reaction. Red face, itchy, burning feeling. Instead of the recommended use of 2 or 3 times a day, I started using it only once a day, but my skin just got dry. And wrinkles were more noticeble (yikes!) I had to discontinue it. I asked for my money back, and they gave me the Gentle Formula. That worked better. But it wasn't the miracle acne formula I had originally hoped for. -It's definitely not for everyone.
-If its really drying, try using it less, and only target pimples.
-As a last resort, I only highly recommend the "Gentle Formula".
April 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Makes skin very soft, helps with skin consistancy
Cons:
their acne formula is very over drying, works well for a little while but then causes redness, irritation, peeling, etc.
I do not have acne, but rather I get a few zits here and there every so often. I get greasy and red, though, and so I cancelled my proactive to switch to one of their other lines. I used Proactive's clear skin formula, which is for people like me whose acne is gone, but want to keep it that way. I reccommend usig their benozyl peroxide treatment to stop your acne, and once it is gone, switch to clear skin formula, it is milder and is to maintain clear skin, not to fight acne on skin that doesnt have acne any more.
April 14, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It clears up the acne right away
It worked for ME!!! For all those people out there who say it is crap and it didn't work for them, well every skin type is different, it worked for me but not for my sister cause we have DIFFERENT skin! ANd as far as the celebrities doing this for money or whatever, like they need the money! Why would they say a product worked for them and risk their reputation? Duh, think about it! After reading all these comments I ordered it anyway and I listened to everything that the customer service people said and they tell you they are gunna continue to send it every 60 days, so it is your own stupidity if you didn't listen! TRY IT!!!
April 14, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
it didnt work, and was highly expensive
find out some way to test it and see if it works for your skin type as for me it didnt work on mine and showed no improvement
April 11, 2007
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
I use it for spot treating in conjunction with an overall application of 2.5% benzoyl peroxide. It does a fine job for this purpose, giving the pimples an extra zap of bacteria-killing medicine.
Cons:
To bad it comes in a small tube, because I use A LOT.
This product is a smooth choice for a 10% BP.
April 10, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Gets rid of pimples. For those with oily skin, the daily moisturizer is the ONLY thing I have EVER used that really stops my face from being so oily at the end of the day.
Cons:
The facial cleaner doesnt clean that great, i guess thats what the astringent is supposed to do (2nd step). The 3rd step does burn a bit. The mask does not clear up pimples overnight as touted-- other clay-based face masks I've used do a lot better.
It worked. But it took approximately 2 months to begin seeing results. Pimples did significantly go away though.
March 30, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears skin, d'uh
Cons:
No option for larger bottles.
Customer service is actually great if you deal with them correctly. Club membership is a joke since you can have them ship it once a year if you'd like or everyday and you can suspend without cancelling indefinitely. I had a daughter and broke out ridiculously bad, within days i had clearer skin, my daughter is 7 now and i still use it. Best part is i can use other things on my face i couldn't use before, moisturizers and makeup and masks...miracle product. Tried prescription, otc treatments...you name it, this is the only thing that works and continues to prevent more. Here's a tip for everyone that experienced redness or dryness or itchiness from dryness MOISTURIZE!! C'mon ladies you drink water for your body you apply moisture on your skin head to toe daily. cost to benefit: no contest way worth the price.
Pros:
Cleared my face up the moment I started using it. My face hasn't been this clear since I was 12. (now 25)