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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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May 29, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
The irritation it caused to my skin, the length of time it would take for breakouts to heal, the constant new breakouts
This particular product actually made my skin worse. I really wanted it to work, I stuck with it for several months, and tried many of their products. Unfortunately, all it did was irritate my skin more and give me several new breakouts and red marks. Their other products were wonderful, but I don't how it could NOT irritate someone's skin with the scrubbing daily...I was under the impression this actually spread bacteria and caused more inflammed and angry breakouts...which is what it seemed to do for me. Your skin can take about 6 weeks to turn over, but my esthetician says if you don't see ANY improvement at that point with a product, you're probably not going to see any. I stuck with it for about 3-4 months before giving up. Many of the reviews out there do seem to sound the same, and if they are real people writing them-it's awesome that this worked for them. Unfortunately it didn't work for me. Fortunately, the company has very good customer service in answering questions and working out refunds with you. They stand by their product, which is always very important.
May 19, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Absolutely fabulous!! I love this product soo much! It has boosted my confidence and I am never ashamed to leave the house.
Cons:
Amazing improvement!
I recommend you buy this product! :)
May 12, 2010
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Severe rash from using it just once
Dries skin out severely
Too expensive for the result I got
I had used Clinique Acne solutions in the past and it worked great - they must have changed the formula. I bought this on Monday, used the three steps before bed Monday night. Tuesday morning my face felt a little dry and was red, as if I had a slight sunburn. As the day wore on, it got redder, felt tight and itchy and started to burn. Wednesday morning my face is very red, tight and itchy. This is worse than the reaction I got with Proactiv, which I used three times. With Proactiv I ended up in emergency after my eyes started to swell shut. I would not recommend this product if you have sensitive skin. The combination of salicylic acid in the cleanser and toner with the benzoyl peroxide in the moisturizer is a deal breaker for me. I will be asking for a full refund ASAP.
May 12, 2010
Pros:
none
Cons:
does not work after a year or 2
do waste your time or money
May 10, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Clears Acne, Affordable
Cons:
Dries Skin, Small quantity
I like this benzoyl peroxide, I made the switch from salicylic acid to BP before stumbling upon the regimen so I had this on hand when I started my regimen daily. I think I will make the switch to Acne.org treament since it's more for your money...
May 1, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
Made me break out ALL OVER, felt like i peeling my skin off! redness all over after i was done.
I HATED this stuff. it felt like i was burning and taking my skin off and it made me break out so bad! I stayed with it for two months just to make sure it wasnt that my skin wasnt use to it. Two months of horrible skin!! ill never use it again!!!!
April 10, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Affordable and easy to get.
The cleanser made my face feel softer.
Cons:
Uneffective after a couple weeks of even consistent usage.
Made me break out more before it cleared some of my acne. And only a few blemishes cleared up.
It says your face clears up in 3 days. Not for me. I tried to be patient and continued using it for about a month. Now, I don't use it as often. I only use the cleanser every other night and I get the same results of using the cleanser every other night vs using the cleanser, toner, AND lotion twice every day.
April 6, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I don't see any.
Cons:
-3 step process
-Small bottles that break easily
-It dries your skin
-irritates it quite a bit
-Stings you skin
-Very hard to cancel shipping
I hated proactiv. I was about 12-13 when I used if for about a year or so. My acne was pretty bad at that point. I kept using it expecting something from it like it said on t.v.
Bascally it dries and irritates your skin.
NEVER WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS CRAP.
April 5, 2010
Pros:
Works very well and leaves my skin feeling soft.
Cons:
nothing
It works and the reason i said there are no cons is because even though it does dry your skin if you use a mouisturizer above it and your face is not sensitive then your ok. So i have very light acne but enough to were people notice it and i started using ProActive but it worked for 2 weeks then made my acne worse and it is so expensive and the shipping sucks so i decided to use this because it's cheaper and i can get it at the store. I personally love it and i recommened using neutrogena advanced solutions.
March 27, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
Seems to work pretty good! I've only been using it a couple days and my skin feels better.
Cons:
It dries your skin out (but what acne product doesn't?)
I have had acne since I was a teen and now I'm almost 30. I was pretty clear for awhile, but recently, breakouts have cropped up again, so I added this product to my daily routine. My face seems to be clearing nicely and even though it says 10%, it isn't irritating like I thought it would be.
Pros:
The natural soap, the free samples, the company's willingness to refund you and answer your questions