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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 24, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Dries skin out
EXPENSIVE!!
Harsh for any type of skin
Ruined my skin!!!
In the beginning it was just a few little bumps here and there on my forehead and jawline so I decided to try Proativ. At first it was pretty good but after about 2 months my skin had actually gotten worse and worse, and it ended up making my skin have full-on acne breakouts!! I say this is a scam and I do not recommend it, please save your money and just see a doctor, trust me, you won't regret it!
October 20, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
- clears up acne fast
- drys up pimples and reduces them in size
- goes on smooth
- goes well under makeup (foundation) giving you a matte finish
- did not dry out my skin
- really cheap for a lot of it
Cons:
- cant go sun tanning
I bought the 5% BP. The Benzagel brand. I was my face with Johnson's Natural Head-To-Toe baby wash. Then i let my face dry for 5 mins. When its completely dry, i evenly apply the Benzagel all over my face (excluding under and around the eyes, mouth, and nose). I let that dry. Then i apply spectro moisturizer. It works perfectly! I do the same in the morning except i subtitute the moisturizer with Vichy's Dermablend foundation (it has enough moisturizer in the formula). Ive think ive found my perfect routine :) I saw improvment after the first use. In a week my face was completely clear! I think it works differently for everyone, but it was amazing.
October 20, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It works! Affordable, bottle last forever, natural ingredients, great customer service!
Cons:
None!
I am in my mid to late 30s with very sensitive acne prone skin. I started using Carley's about a year ago and although it did take a little over a month to work, it did work and is still working! My skin is smooth and clear! I even felt comfortable enough to use Carley's throughout my pregnancy because of all the natural ingredients. I also love the daytime and nighttime moisturizer for acne prone skin. Lastly, the customer service is excellent! They return emails promptly, are very accommodating and they really do guarantee everything.
October 16, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I didn't know there was any
Cons:
The steps, the cost, the tim, the smell and the results.
Do not buy this product! I have only used it for about three weeks and I still keep breaking out. Try finding another solution to your acne problem because this one definitely does not work!
October 13, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Inexpensive
Little product is needed each day
Works as intended
Cons:
Burns a little if it gets on lips or too near eyes
You need to follow up with a moisturizer
This product works for my adult acne. Its reduced redness, I haven't had a breakout since I starded using it and my skin feels great! Twice a day doesn't overdry when followed up with a good moisturizer. (Cetaphil is excellent) I highly recommend this product.
October 5, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
it works well for me
i love the smell
Cons:
none
This cleanser saved my face from the awful after effects left by proactiv. This will be my only cleanser now.
October 4, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I've used the Kick *ss Treatment System for about a month. It's easy to use: in the shower was face (or chest, back, etc.) first with the provided soap then massage the treatment in for about 30 seconds, rinse and do a quick wash with the soap again. When you first start it seems like a lot of steps, but in about a week you don't even notice. AND it works! After not knowing what my face would look like in the morning, now it is always clear. No worries. I love this stuff :-)
Cons:
None
There is not one product that works for everyone, but if you are experiencing breakouts daily you owe it to yourself to try Clear and Smooth treatments: either the regular or extra strength. Be sure to follow the instructions. You will most likely get a smooth complexion as a reward. If it doesn't work for you there is not big financial investment and you can go on to try something else.
September 28, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Affordable
Soothing
Easy Steps to Apply
Cons:
It can dry your face
Acnee Free works for me, but it may not work for others. I have been religiously using this product for 3 days now and I must say, it worked. Less redness on my cheeks and the bumps on my chin minimized to almost completely gone. Lately I have been breaking out crazy and I dont normally do, but with stress and maybe the way my diet has been, zits have been surfacing my face like mountains mainly on cheeks and chin. It wasn't going away and everytime one clears, a new one (or a couple) forms. Uuuhg. I bought AcneeFree not really convinced it will work, but I was desperate because my face was not clearing up for 2 weeks. My skin now feels smooth and my acnee/blemishes has calmed down. It's working for me slowly and surely because by day 3, my face is pretty clear with less bumps. The only thing is, it dries your face. I use a little amount of the repair lotion. I let it completely dry and put an SPF lotion after. I use Cetaphil.
September 28, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Natural
Cons:
Gritty, irritates skin, weird smell, oily
I would not recommend Carly's to anyone with more than mild acne. I have moderately severe acne and it did absolutely nothing to help.. In fact, the face wash was super gritty and it made my face red and irritated. The soap is oily and makes my face feel awful, also. I won't say that this product is a "scam" like others have said.. I think it probably works for those who have mild cosmetic acne. For people with more severe/hormonal acne, this will do nothing, just as most topical regimines do nothing. More severe acne must be treated internally.I am going back on birth control pills.. those are the only thing that work for me.
September 15, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
-Clears Acne
-Controls oily skin
-Not so expensive
-Clean face feeling
Cons:
-Dries skin
-Redness when you wash
Thia has been the product that's controlled my acne. Ive been trying many products out there and none seem to work out. With this product you see results in like 2 weeks, but don't give up finish the treatment that's when you get better results. I also drink plenty of water during the day. I reccomennd for you to buy a moisturizer that's oil free from clinique apply it once I finish the last step pf the system! Hope this works for you. P.s. acne is pain in the ass!
Pros:
Worked for a few weeks