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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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March 8, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Leaves face red/stingy right after use. It hasn't made a different in the # of pimples I get. Forgot to use it last night, woke up to a forehead COVERED in bumps, which is the one place I've never really had them before. And it is not cheap.
Don't waste your money. My acne wasn't a huge problem, until I started using proactive. It not only does not reduce the number of pimples I get, but EVERY single time I've forgotten to use it before bed, I've woken up with painful bumps, without fail. This last night was the end for me. To now have a forehead literally covered in bumps when I've rarely gotten a pimple there before is ridiculous. I understand that it says, "results may vary" on the comercial, but the results are NOTHING like them, if you have results at all. The refining mask is pretty good, I'll give them that. But still not worth the price.
March 5, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
great consistency, easy to use, can apply makeup easily over, actually works!
Cons:
just a little pricey (but it lasts a long time)
Overall, it's working very well. I used to get at least a new pimple every day, and this is no longer the case. Though unfortunately, even AcneFree can't protect me against those times of the month. Right now, I have about 3 pimples on my face, which is really good for my skin. Don't listen to the individuals that complain about it drying and scaling out their face! If it's too drying for your type of skin, APPLY A MOISTURIZER BEFORE OR AFTER STEP 3! It's not that difficult, and I'm sure the product will work better for you since your face won't be a red disaster. Also, don't expect to see results in a day! It's best to try the product on a consistent basis for at least 8 weeks to see full results. If by that time you show little to no improvement, this product is probably not for you.
March 4, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
-It will help acne if used CONSISTENTLY.
-It is a complete system.
Cons:
-It can dry out your skin i the beginning.
-It is not a miracle in a bottle.
It works if you use is every day. If your skin gets dried out, only use it at night. Moisturize. Just pay attention to the signs that you skin is giving you. (Is it dry? Don't use Benzoyl Peroxide. Is it oily? Use the system and the mask.) Proactiv cannot guarantee that you will never have another pimple again, because you probably will. I recommend it because it has really helped me. I have much less acne, and my breakouts are less frequent. I am broken out right now, but I know that it will only last a few days because the product works.
March 3, 2009
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Skin looks and feels great almost instantly.
Cons:
Blemishes haven't faded yet.
Drying w/out moisturizer but it works!
February 28, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Very effective even at just 2.5% benzoyl peroxide. I think the gel formula is absorbed much more into the skin than a thick cream you find at a store.
Cons:
Very slight dryness and flakes but easily controlled by moisturizer.
I've lived with moderate acne since my teens and tried many prescription and non-prescription drugs. This is the best I've found - highly effective with the least side effects of any drug I've tried.
February 26, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
I've developed really bad skin the past 4 months or so.But since I started using this product for just 2 days the result a very visible.It ha reduced my pimples dramatically.Will it eliminate the spots thought? Time will tell.....
Cons:
Can leave skin a bit dry,But thats nothing cause it works.
I feel more confident....
February 25, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
I help my skin clear up in 48hours....Amazing!!!!!
I have tried everything......This is a life saver....
Cons:
My skin is a dried out a little more.....
Nothing else....
This works very well!!!!!
February 25, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Glides well, dries up minor comedones but inflames cystic ones. For cystic ones, you need patience with this product, PanOxyl still cures it though. If you feel irritated to go in public with the redness, try a blemish concealer stick that's oil free
Cons:
Redness that looks like sunburn on cystic acne. Slight stinging during the 15 minutes waiting for it to dry.
Great! Better than 4%, 5% and 10%. I use it with Olay Complete for Sensitive SPF15 and it's wonderful.
February 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Leaves a refreshed feeling. The mask works good for cleaning.
Cons:
Doesn't work after about 3 weeks - a month.
It's Like a drug, once you stop using it, acne gets worse.
I used this product consistantly for about a year or more and nothing happened after about a month. MY acne came back and never went away. After I stopped using it, my acne got worse than it did before. I'm still trying to find something to calm it down again.
February 24, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Skin feels and looks smooth.
Cons:
Initial stinging, burning, & dryness (but goes away)
I'm Filipino w/ fair skin, combo oily t-zone & dryness. I would get the occasional pimples (not so much the cystic acne) around my chin & forehead. I still have dark blemishes from previous breakouts so I'm waiting for these to lighten (if ever). My skin felt smooth & clean after the first use. The next few days, I noticed irritation (red bumps), dryness, & stinging - as expected. I was starting to regret using it but I told myself I had to be patient. Now (two weeks later), my skin is less oily, the irritation & bumps have settled, & I'm glad I stuck through it. What really helped was not using the entire system everyday. I would use step 1 renewing cleanser whenever I needed to exfoliate (every 2-3 days) & followed up w/ my own moisturizer (w/ spf, yah!). The following day I would use my own facial cleanser & follow up w/ step 2 toner & my own moisturizer or step 3 repairing lotion (as needed). Your skin needs to adapt to the medication. We all have different skin thres
Pros:
Helps to clear existing pimples fast.
Refining mask really makes a difference overnight.
Leaves skin feeling clean.