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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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January 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
My skin became painfully chapped, red, and callous, which I have never before or since experienced. And I had to pay a ridiculous amount in order for them to screw up my skin.
This product is a waste'it's not worth the packaging it's in. First, when ordering from them, they require you to auto-ship. The product is expensive to begin with, and now you're automatically billed if you forget to cancel on time. After two days of using it, my skin turned bright red and was sensitive to the touch. I used it two times daily. Over the next couple of days, my skin became so raw and painfully dry'on top of it all, I still had acne! I tried to use it only once a day, but that was still one time too many. I ended up not finishing the bottle and had to smother my face in un-petroleum jelly in order to soothe the painful dryness! My skin looked wretched; I'd rather have acne than have my skin cracked and dry to the point where it's too painful to smile. My skin is not all that sensitive, yet this is what happened. The only thing that's worked for me is Blu by herb youth. I won't touch synthetic products anymore. All natural is the only way to go.
January 27, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
proactiv seems to be great, but from what i've read here, it seems like it's not going to last very long..
Cons:
I've been using this product for about a week and a half, and my skin is getting very dry and sensitive.
I thought that getting the green tea moisturizer would help with all the dryness.
if you heard or experienced that the green tea moisturizer was good / bad, i would appreciate it if you could please post a review...
January 22, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked at first. When I ordered the starter set, I was pleased with the results.
Cons:
When I got my second batch, it dried my skin out so bad that I got a rash. They then sent me the sensitive skin set, and pimples started coming back.
Near the end of my usage of Proactive, my acne started getting worse, like it wasn't even working. Now that I am off of it, I have the most horrible skin I have ever had. I am 28 years old, and you'd think I was 14. The pimples are large, under the skin, and on the jaw line, like I have read with many others. I would not recommend this, especially if you have sensitive skin.
January 21, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Uses a high percentage of natural ingredients, so doesn't hurt my sensitive skin. Cleanser that works as a gentle exfoiliant so to get rid of dead skin off skin's surface and unclog pours. Easy to use.
Cons:
None I can think of.
I spent $35 CAD ($19 USD, $9 USD shipping, + conversion rate) and this stuff lasts a year (if not longer, but the bottle comes with an expiry date). While this product doesn't smell as pretty as the other products out there, IT ACTUALLY WORKS. Sellers are not only a pleasure to deal with, they save the cost of fancy packaging and give the savings back to the customer.
I take a hot towel, press it to my face (to open the pours) the scrub (gently) with Clear & Smooth for under 30 seconds and wash off with warm water. And instantly- clear skin for a year +
January 21, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Huh?
Cons:
Huh?
It really worked in the beginnig, and then after words, it works, but not as much as before. But it's REALLY does work.
January 20, 2009
Pros:
Works great! Just sayin. You gotta try this stuff it's awesome! Cleared up some small whiteheads on my nose and so far my blackheads seem reduced. Little smell.
Cons:
Some grittiness and very drying.
I use this under my creamy makeup and it keeps it from becoming oily over the course of a day and also keeps new zits from forming.
January 19, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It doenst work at all.
If you really have bad skin you can better use Clearasil ultra.. That really works within 3 days, cause thats what i'm using now..
I started using Proactiv 2 years ago, and i had some minor breakouts. After using it for 2 months it only got worse and my skin turned red and the breakouts multiplied...
I stopped using it and now im using Clearasil and it works perfect, almost no more breakouts only when its that time of the month.and even then its not that much as it just to be!!!
January 19, 2009
Pros:
none
Cons:
didn't work...might have made acne worse
I am going to try proactive....should have skipped nutragena
January 19, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
CHEAP AND EASY TO FIND.
Cons:
HASN'T REALLY DONE ANYTHING FOR MY BLEMISHES.
I LIKE THIS PRODUCT BECAUSE OF THE PRICE AND I CAN BUY OUT OF ANY OF THE LOCAL STORES, UNLIKE PRO-ACTIV. TRIED PRO ACTIV IT JUST MADE MY SKIN WORSE, THIS PRODUCT HAS KEPT ME ACNE FREE NO BREAK OUTS PERIOD. I JUST HOPE IT WILL DO SOMETHING FOR MY BLEMISHES SOON!!!!
January 18, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
This stuff will ruin your skin. I had minor blemishes. After sticking with the regimen for 2 months it only got worse. I thought if I kept using it that things would eventually get better. Now I have some pretty bad scars from it.
Don't waste your money. I know of a couple of guys that purchased this. It worked good for them. I think it does not work very well for females. Gee maybe it has something to do with our hormones. Maybe they should think about that.
Pros:
Not one thing.