Acne.org Products
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 17, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Poor Customer Service. Need to improve to keep customers.
They have the worst customer service department that I have ever dealt with. I signed up for membership on September 3, 2013 and was excited to receive my first shipment. I waited for 2 weeks and did not receive it, so I checked the order history and realized that I had my old address on it. The tracking number stated the package was undelivered and being sent back to proactive. I contacted customer service and asked them to send the package to my new address. My request was passed around to 3 customer service reps. They sent me an email on September 26 and asked that I need to sign The Affidavit Form and mail it back. This is unnecessary as the tracking number stated the package was undelivered, all they have to do is read the tracking status and understand it. I was VERY UNHAPPY that this is how they handle issue, however, I signed it and swear that I did not receive the package. Finally I received an email from them today October 17 that my order was returned to them and my account will be credited.
I canceled my membership because this is how they treat their customers. They wasted my time and energy. Shame on them!
October 8, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Don't waste your time and money, there are better products
Cons:
Feels harsh
Bleaches clothing and bedding
Did not completely clear acne
Up until age 18, I had clear skin. Once I moved from Hawaii to Arizona, my skin went downhill and I started using proactive. I hated the product, it feels very harsh and the third and last step bleaches anything it touches. It's just not a product you feel good about using. Unfortunately, it was the best product of the few I've tried. It did not clear my face completely, but it did keep my bad breakouts under control. I used it for 2 years then stopped when I moved back home to Hawaii. My breakouts are coming back and I am waiting on my acne.org order... A cousin of mine was using proactive regularly and when she stopped, she had a lot more acne than before using proactive. It's quite bad. I have the idea that proactive's formula causes your skin to become dependent on it so that the company makes more money. One last thing I want to mention, I truly believe that saltwater improves acne! I grew up in Maui, went to the beach often, and never had acne issues. Now, I live on Oahu and the beach is a rare treat for me (work, traffic, distance, and lack of parking limit my beach-going here.) Whenever I'm able to go to the beach for 2 or 3 days in a row, my face clears up dramatically!
October 1, 2013
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Great face wash!
Pros:
Gets rid of acne-causing bacteria
Not oily or greasy
Cons:
Can bleach clothing (watch out)
Can be a bit difficult to completely wash off face
This wash is very good at getting rid of acne-causing bacteria. I've been using the 10% solution for about a year now. If you're looking for a scrub, this isn't what you need. Oxy also make a daily exfoliating scrub that can be used in conjunction with this wash. P.S. It's actually a good hair bleacher as well, I have blonde bangs now.
September 21, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Dried out my skin
Cons:
Harsh for my skin
Expensive
Proactiv was too harsh on me and made my skin dry so I stopped using. I know that people have different reactions to products, so this may work well for others who can tolerate the harsh formula. But I do think it's too expensive. Seeing that the active ingredients listed are quite common and found in more affordable treatments, I think there's nothing special about Proactiv.
September 11, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
This did not work for me
I didn't want to believe that once you get off it, breakouts come back...well, they did...not good.
September 11, 2013
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Works but leaves you with dry, damaged skin that never recovers
Pros:
clears acne
relatively cheap
fragrance free, non comogenic etc.
Cons:
DAMAGED MY SKIN - caused dryness, flakiness, REDNESS that didnt stop for 4 months causing me to give up completely!
very bad for fair, sensitive skin!
I have given this Regimen 3 tries over the past few years using it for 3-4 months, and each time I gave up because I couldn't live with the dry, red and damaged skin this product gave me. I used jojoba oil and moustirizer and staarted slow like Dan recommends but nothing helped. It DID clear my acne... but my face ended up looking worse than ever because of the side effects. People would think I am blushing 24-7 because my cheeks were always red!!! Not to mention BP causes red marks and scars to take much longer to fade. I believe in the power of BP to combat acne, but those with sensitive skin should stay away from this product! Its been 6 months since I last used BP and my skin is still recovering. Recently I've beeen using a 5% BP wash in the morningg only, and my skin reacted pretty well with minimum redness and dryness!
September 1, 2013
Product used: Jan Marini (Benzoyl Peroxide (5% or 10%) Lotion)
Miracle Worker (for me anyway!)
Pros:
Fast results.
It actually works!!
Cons:
Very drying, but I feel like my skin has adjusted after a few days and my skin isn't as dry as it was after I first used it.
I've had some sort of reaction to Step 3, which I've replaced with a different SPF.
I'm 24 years old and I've had acne for what feels like forever (about 12 years)!!! I treated it initially with Yasmin, the birth control pill, however that only helped to a certain extent. I have the typical 'T-zone' problems, with occasional break outs on my chin but my main concern is the stubborn area on my forehead! It's a congested area of small under the skin pimples that are only noticeable when under direct light and I've tried many things (bicarb soda, clinique, dermalogica, organic products, facials, high frequency machine) with absolutely no result. I've been using the Jan Marini 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Teen line for about a week now, it was recommended to me by a dermatologist, and I've experienced a massive improvement even after 2-3 days! My skins not completely clear yet, but I will continue to use these products because the congestion has significantly reduced and I couldn't be happier. The only downside for me is that it is extremely drying, and I also think I've had some sort of reaction to Step 3 which is an SPF moisturiser. More people should know about this range and try it!! So far it is the only thing that has worked for me.
August 12, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
This is the worst treatment I have ever used.
Cons:
Chemically Burnt Face
Stings
Doesn't work after few weeks of use
I have had acne since the age of 12-13. Around three days before the school year started I did my normal shower routine. Srubba dubb dubb then get out and use my proactive. But on that day, the liquid stuff you pud on a cotton cleaning pad thing burnt my face more than it usually did. I instantly stopped and ran cold water over my face. I slept with ice packs on my face because it seemed that my whole left side of my face was an open wound (but not deep enough to bleed.) When i woke up the next morning nothing changed. School started on a friday the next day and my face stayed the same. It felt like I had rug burn all down my face. That night my mother took me to the doctor and they said put diaper rash cream on it. Then the next morning my whole face looked like shattered glass and the top layer of skin was peeling off and sounded like cling wrap coming off plastic when it did. It took three weeks to completely rid myself of those (as the doctor considered them) chemical burns. I have never used that crappy product again. I have multiple friends and even girlfriend who have acne from being mild to severe and they all even say this product may work for 1-4 weeks but after that it is just a hassle. I MUCH more recommend Benzoyl Peroxide face gel and got the generic brand from my pharmacy that is actually stronger than the name brand kind. Hope no one buys this product!
July 13, 2013
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Works well!
Pros:
Clears me up
I've used this product for around 6 months (3 months on, break, and another 3 months). I have to say, it's the only thing that keeps me clear. I have severe acne and my first time trying it I was cleared up within 2 months. I continued to use it til I ran out. I stopped using the product and began to break out 3 months later. I am now back to using it and slowly, but steadily, getting back to clear skin. Although drying at first, I definitely love this product. It is one that i can't be without!
July 13, 2013
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Wouldn't Recommend
Cons:
burned my skin
very pricey
One of my old best friends has very severe acne and was using this system by Proactiv so i decided i would give it a go. i stated using it but found no difference in my skin. it didnt clear my acne, and it didnt make it worse. it kind of burned by skin. the only reason i give it 2 stars is because it did make my friend's acne a little bit better.
Pros:
Lessened acne