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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.
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March 22, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
Burns your skin. The "tingle" you feel isn't pleasant and it drys out skin.
It is an O.K product. It works, but it hurts.
March 21, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Decreased the amount of acne
Dried out acne
Decent scent
Cons:
Dried out rest of the skin
Itching and flaking
I've used Proactiv for a little under five months and it has done wonders to clear my skin. The Benzoyl Peroxide medication is terrific and helps to decrease the severity of any new blemishes. However, my face is now incredibly dry. I apply the Oil-Free Moisturizer five to six times a day. Any makeup that I use looks ridiculous with the flaky skin. Although I enjoy the clearer skin, I may discontinue use after my supply runs out and invest in another product. Despite this, it gets the job done and my acne has decreased.
March 21, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I am 43 and had mild breakouts. This product has given me smooth clear skin with no more breakouts.
Cons:
I have not been able to find a place where I can buy each item in the set separately. They don't run out at the same time and I am always forced to buy a whole new set.
Great product for keeping your skin clear and acne free.
March 21, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
it WORKS!!! clears pimples FAST! esp. if you leave it on at night. they're gone in 2-3 days!
Cons:
dries skin terribly if you spread it over your entire face. but if you use it as a spot treatment, its fine.
bleaches pillowcases and towels if you sleep with it on wet!
this stuff is amazing! seriously, its my savior! it clears the occasional pimples that i have in 2-3 days; mine usually last a week. i got this as a free gift with the clearasil ultra kit, which worked really well. it came in a smaller size, about 1/2 an ounce. i purchased this kit maybe a year ago, and have NOT run out yet! so it lasts a LONG time, and the price is worth it.
some people complain that it bleaches their pillowcases, but i haven't found that it bleaches mine. i rub some in, and then i leave some on, not rubbed in. i make sure that the cream has hardened on my skin before i go to bed = no bleaching of pillowcases!
sometimes i slather this on all over my face to help with blackheads and a major breakout, and it dries my skin terribly! so i make sure that i use a really good moisturizer, like clean and clear's dual action, or lubriderm for extra dry skin. :) it works really well and i recommend this to everybody!
March 18, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
works fast
Cons:
doesnt prevent acne and requires constant use otherwise acne will appear again really dry skin at first
buy it use it
March 17, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
WORKS GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Noticed clearer skin with in 2 days.
Cons:
Hard to squeeze out.
SCORE! This product rocks!
March 16, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Keeps skin clear 90 percent of the time. Keeps skin from getting shiny, even clears up the rosacea on my cheeks.
Cons:
It does not cure acne it just PREVENTS it really well! When you use it do not get discouraged. It will take a week to see results and 2-3 weeks to have clear skin. Pricey $$.
It's a bit pricey but definitely worth it. Once you start you HAVE to keep using it so make sure you are prepared to keep buying it. I have really sensitive skin and this is the only OTC acne treatment I have found that does not dry-out/completely ruin my skin. I was VERY surprised to find it also cured the rosacea on my cheeks. Nice bonus. =)
March 13, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Dried and cleared up my face fast! Cheep! Can get it from the store.
Cons:
I wish there was a mask.
Salicylic Acids have never worked for me. I get a bunch of little grease pimples all over my face. I was using clean and clears 10% benzol peroxide for about a year, It worked OK, no weird little pimples all over my face, but still the BIG pimples here and there. Went to the store to buy more and I saw this. I decided to try it and within days my big icky pimples started to dry up. It worked so well that when my face was clear (about 2 weeks) I stopped using it at night and got lazy about step 2 and 3 in the mornings. BIG MISTAKE! Started to break out again, really badly, so i started to use it like your supposed to, day and night, and within a week I'm clear again! I have very greasy skin and this stuff dried me out perfectly!
March 10, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Wash)
Pros:
looks good
Cons:
doesn't work, smooths skin, but thats it.
I thought this was a complete waste. dont use it, buy something else. I warn you.
March 8, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It works overnight!! And it actually works on my skin!!!
Cons:
It drys the skin, but oh well! And the bottle is awfully small.
My acne disappears with 2 days!! Amazing!!
Pros:
Helps treat acne. Smooth skin. Helps tone of skin.