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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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July 14, 2011
Cons:
Drys out skin, but not too bad.
Well, I'm using prescribed acne meds that REALLY cleared up my face, but i still get a pimple or two every now and then. And ZapZyt... well, Zaps them! HIGHLY reccomended.
July 10, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
~it will start working within a week!
Cons:
~the price
~this did not work for me
~It burns your face if you use it 2 times a day sometimes it burns even if you use it once
~makes your face dry
This stuff only worked for me for couple of weeks, then it made me break out even more and in the morning my skin got dry. When i use the cleansing mask, it makes my skin dry within 5 minutes and it's difficult to get off your face and your skin will be dry the entire day. Also, if you go swimming, and you use clinique, it makes your face super dry. And, don't switch back and forth over products because it will make your face even dryer Please don't waste your money on this product.
October 17, 2011
Product used: Carley's Clear and Smooth (Kick Ass Acne Treatment)
Pros:
works like a charm, big bottle
Cons:
takes a while to get here
am using is for many years,still keeps my skin almost pimplefree. love it
June 22, 2011
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
SUPER Cheap
Works VERY well
continues working over time
You know when it's done working because it disappears
Cons:
Burns a lot if you're not used to it, but it's totally worth it
I've been trying to find something for my acne for over 4 years. I tried nearly everything, also more expensive solutions. I saw this stuff at dollar general and thought why not. It seriously showed results within hours. I put it on at night, then when I woke up, my face was clearer than it's been since I was probably 12. I love this stuff!
June 21, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Skin wasn't oily
Cons:
Didn't stop my acne
Expensive
My face got use to it. And I heard that the mask that comes with it is bad for you. Sulfur isn't good for your skin. Pretty much, it sucks. It contains what most other acne solutions contain.
June 12, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
smells good.
not very expensive.
Cons:
flat out didnt work for me.
tried it for two months, not a week went by without a breakout.
toner runs out so much faster than the other two bottles, even when using the recommended dosage.
Im sure this may work for some, but for my acne, (oily skin, moderate/severe) it didnt have any effect. so if your skin is like mine, dont bother even trying.
June 3, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Cheaper than Proactiv
Not as tough on the face as Proactiv
Exfoliates
Cons:
Exfoliating beads are a little small
Has a gel consistency
I haven't used the entire AcneFree line, just the cleanser. What caught my eye about this product is that it says it's "Better Than Proactiv!" I decided to give it a try and see if they were right (I use Proactiv). In comparison, I would say that they both work about the same. HOWEVER, Proactiv's cleanser has a much different consistency than AcneFree's. AcneFree's is more of a gel, and the exfoliating beads in it aren't as big as Proactiv's. Also, as I was massaging my face, it felt a little tingly. But that being said, it is still a pretty good cleanser and leaves my face feeling refreshed afterwards. I may pick up the entire set next time I'm in the store and see how the whole system works.
May 25, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Terminator)
Pros:
found in stores
doesn't clump
no white residue
effective
Cons:
expensive for 1 oz.
I used this to start the Regimen. It works the way I expected it to--my skin cleared, got a little itchy, felt rough, then cleared again. It hasn't stained my hair or pillowcase, but that could just be the way it works with my chemistry. I like that it's a gel because it's easy to spread. It was also convenient because I just went to a store and pick it up. It's a nice tube to travel with, but I'm probably going to buy the 16 oz. acne.org BP bottle because it's cheaper. I'm giving it a 4/5 because of the price per ounce.
May 23, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
works quickly
reduces redness
does not overdry
good price
Cons:
does not go on clear
I have had blemish problems for over ten years and this product works well for my adult acne.
May 16, 2011
Product used: Neutrogena (SkiniD Anti Acne Treatment)
Pros:
The first batch i got worked, only after a couple of months of using it.
Cons:
Got a nasty allergic reaction
Eye lids swelled up ad could barely open them, they got really red and itchy and after the swelling had gone down my eye lids were all stretched out and wrinkly and extremely dry and flakey!
The first batch that I bought worked alright after a couple if months of using it. The lotion makes your skin super dry and tight like you just got botox injections or something! I had to put another lotion on my face cause it hurt my skin so much! It did get rid of my acne for a few weeks until I started using the second batch...
When I started using the second batch sent to me, my eye lids swelled up and I didn't even put the lotion on or around my eyes! It was horrible! I looked like an alien I couldn't believe how swollen my eye lids got. I had to go to the doctor and get anti histamine pills and a special cream for my eye lids so they wouldn't be so red an itchy. Overall I don't recommend this product at all!
Pros:
Clears redness, shrinks pimples. Works wonders.