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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 12, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Cons:
...None yet.. maybe it might not smell the best.
Use as directed. Use it everyday!! I forgot to use it for about 3 days and on the third day I started to get a zit. If you buy this product make sure you use it every day and all your pimples WILL GO AWAY! It really works in 3 days. If you get the cream i suggest getting other Clearasil Ultra products thats what i did and it works even better!
March 11, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It didn't overdry my face like most acne treatments. The "free" mask made my skin very soft.
Cons:
Did not treat my skin problems.
This product didn't reduce the number of blemishes I have, but it didn't make them worse either. The 3 step process (cleanser, toner, and lotion) made my skin feel clean without drying, but didn't actually clear my skin. The product is also pretty expensive for the small amount that you get. I always ran out before my next shipment. It may work for some people, but not EVERYONE as suggested in the commercial. I have used Proactiv for three months with no noticable results.
March 2, 2007
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
Will remove those whiteheads in few days
Cons:
intense dryness so loads of moisturizer needed.
It works if pimple is your main concern
February 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-clears up skin fast , along with brightening your pigmentation
-easy and quick to use
Cons:
can dry up skin a little, but along with a mosturizer there's no problem
People need to read the brochure that comes with this product. It specifically says that if your start to break out in a rash or any type of irritation occurs, " discontinue use " ....People, most of you who hate this product, it is because you are allergic to it !!!
I love this product , it cleared up my face completely and I had moderate acne. Remember that your diet is so important and contributes to your skins complexion ! ...Eat healthy , exercise and use proactiv ! You'll have great results !
Sometimes I did notice a little bit of dry skin, so I used the toner only at night, which completely cured that little problem :)
Good luck to everyone ! Proactiv is wonderful .
February 28, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
this product really does work, just dont put it all over ur face, only apply to the acne or pimples, i found what works best is before u go to bed, put a white spot of lotion directly on pimple, dont rub, and by morning, u will see a difference
Cons:
DONT APPLY ALL OVER FACEM OR ACNE WILL GET WORSE, just put one blob of lotion on each pimple, trust me...u do this before bed so then no one will see u with white spots on ur face!
THIS PRODUCT REALLY DOES WORK, U JUST HAVE TO USE IT CORRECTLY!
February 27, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Works great! One of the only Benzol Peroxide products you can get over the counter.
Cons:
Will dry out skin if you aren't used to Benzol Peroxide. Use every other day until you get used to it as directed on the bottle.
Works great. I was paying a $40 month co-pay for a benzol peroxide pad prescription that was only 3%. This item is saving me a $35 a month. I am try to find the new extreme pads that are 2.5% but no one carries them yet so I am using the spot one until then. * Keep in mind that most acne treatments take at least 2, but usually 3- 4 weeks, to work. So to the people rating this product after just a few days have no idea what they are talking about.
February 27, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Ok, can somebody ban the proactive commercial...they fooled me and my face...felt like freddy kreuger using that useless acid. And can somebody give Dan the nobel prize for making life so much easier for so many people including myself.
Cons:
expected dryness...shipping to sweden...lots of dough...totally worth it though...
...can ´t thank dan enough for making these products...
February 27, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It appears to be clering up both large pimples and the smaller zits.
Cons:
My skin is irritated and rough. I don't know if it's an alergic reaction or if I should hang in there to see if it will go away. maybe just sensitive.
It certainly works on blemishes. I've used it less than a week and I notice a difference. I'm going to check with my doctor to see if i'm allergic. I hope I can find a solution to the rough patchy spots. I really love how well its gotten rid of the breakouts. Can't hurt to try, watch out if you have sensitive skin though.
February 25, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Gel is easily applied. The cost for the quantity cannot be beat. And it works!
Cons:
That you can't go and buy it in the stores.
I have mild-to-moderate acne was using proactive for about 3 years. I am not on the regimen. I just wash my face with Cetaphil and then use Dan Kerns BP all over my face avoiding the eye, mouth and neck area. In the morning I wash it off with Cetaphil and moisturizer for the face with Neutrogena SPF 15. When I first started using it, I noticed my skin became really dry for about a week but it's gotten back to normal now. I also make sure to exfoliate once a week with St. Ives apricot exfoliator for sensitive skin. I'm very happy with the product and would recommend it to anyone, especially for proactiv users whose skin is used to the 2.5% BP formula.
February 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
proactiv is great. after one week of use, i saw my skin improving. the redness had faded and the bumps on my forehead were decreasing in size, barely visible.
Cons:
it worked for me, but it may not for someone else.
it depends on your skin type & the type of acne you have.
it works for some people. but that is no reason to criticize the product.
Pros:
It works very well! i put it on my red irritated zit and the next morning poof it wasnt red any more and it was WAY smaller!