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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 28, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Does leave some superficial scaring, it is starting to go away.
All my skin has been breaking out for about a year now. I am 28 years old, and have not had this problem since I was 17. The skin on my back was covered in white and black heads. I used Proactive on my back only, not on my face, although it is breaking out too. I didn't think my face could handel such a harsh product. It has really helped with my back.
October 19, 2006
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
It has worked better than anything i have ever tried (and i've tried pretty much everything, except for proactiv).
I have not had any problems with dryness or sensitivity.
Very affordable.
October 19, 2006
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
I couldn't find this exact product at the store, but I found a clean and clear one that is 10%. I've only been using it about 5 days, only once a day, and it's amazing! I had a bunch of red spots/scars and about 8 pimples on my chin. It does dry out your skin some, but moisturize alot! And girls, use Oil of Olay....it feels wonderful for the moisturizer!!!
October 16, 2006
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
it made my face feel nice afterwards...and i thought it worked for a couple of days.
Cons:
but a couple of days after using it i realized it's too strong for my semi-sensitive skin. my skin turned bumpy and dry.
use if your skin is normal. but not if it's sensitive.
October 14, 2006
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Liked 4oz package size
Cons:
Didn't work on my skin - in fact caused a breakout. Went back to Proactiv which I had switched from to sample this product as a cheaper alternative.
My skin didn't like it!
October 11, 2006
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
This is the only product I have found that really does work. Most people say you only need to use it for pimples, but I use it on zits too. I put it pretty much all over my face. Your face will sometimes feel a little dry after using this. There are a few things that I don't like about this product. One is the fact that it is somewhat hard to remove. I find the easiest thing is to apply it at night. In the morning, take a shower and it will easily come off. The second thing is it has bleached towels and sheets/pillows. I can't buy any new towels or sheets, because they will just get ruined. Despite these two things, I would definitely recommend this product, because it works unlike a lot of other acne medications out there.
October 10, 2006
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
This is the thing for me! I have suffered with acne for about 6 yrs now and it feels great to be working with something that actually works! It also feels good on my skin.
Cons:
Although it works great, don't expect perfect skin. For me it controls my acne, it didn't completely banish it. It also takes a while to apply.
I went to tons of dermatologists and went on everything under the sun. My last choice was Accutane but I tried this instead. All those terrible red marks on my face have faded. Acne doesn't control my life anymore. Yes, I get a few spots every once in a while and don't have perfect skin, but I have normal skin. And that's good enough for me. Give it a try and be patient! Thanks Dan!!!!
October 5, 2006
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Clears up zits and doesn't dry out skin.
No fragrance
Cons:
Took about three full months of using the gel consistently to start to see results, but six months later, my skin looks great!
Doesn't stain clothes as badly as most BP creams.
Be patient, it works! Make sure you use it EVERYDAY though. I use it after washing with Clean and Clear Continuous Control Cleanser with 10% Benzoyl Peroxide. This made a big difference for me...really cleared up my skin. I then moisturize at night with Neutrogena Healthy Skin lotion, which really helped to even out skin tone and get rid of scars/spots.
May 24, 2023
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Not happy with this product
I can’t believe how disappointed I am in this product. I used it 4 years ago and it worked wonders on my skin. I bought this product 3 months ago and it has made my skin worse than it was before, I don’t know why he changed the moisturiser. It just sits on the skin and doesn’t absorb. I’m disappointed that it has made my skin worse I won’t be purchasing his products again.
June 15, 2023
Hang in there. The product is great and actually works very well just as you shared. However, my skin just like yours, got worst but then after all that extended purging acne stage it got better and more looks amazing 👏. I'm glad I stuck with it even through that more difficult period. I hope your skin gets better soon. ✨️ hang in there ❤️ love.
August 17, 2020
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
would NOT recommend
I first started using this regimen in 2016 and it got rid of all my acne, this was the first product that actually worked. I don’t have acne anymore but I would get the occasional pimple or two so I decided to purchase this regimen again ( worst mistake of my life). i’ve been using this product for a month now and my skin is horrible, I went from clear skin to horrible painful acne from using this product. I have never had this type of acne before it feels like cystic acne now and my skin was perfectly fine before I started using this. They must have changed the formula or added new things to this regimen because it is not the same and it also bleached my pillow cases from grey to orange. I do not recommend buying this, it will damage your skin and cause painful acne.
September 7, 2020
I love this product and it has completely cleared my skin. I’m just curious as to why you used it if your skin was fine. This product is very strong so I wouldn’t even recommend for light acne.
Pros:
It has cleared up the skin on my back by about 50%