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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 11, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
can cause irritation
i would recomend the product
July 11, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
At first, the red bumps on my face became smaller and less inflamed.
Cons:
After a week or so, I broke out worse than I ever have before, but with a trype of acne that I had never had before. My skin also became VERY dry.
Don't believe all the hype. Maybe it works for people with light acne, but if your acne is moderate/severe like mine, it will probably just make it worse.
July 9, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
it gets rid of your stubborn pimple within 2-3 days completely!
Cons:
skin can get flaky where you applied it
leaves skin dry
burns a little but not too mcuh that it annoys you
This is a GREAT product. my acne always appears right before a big event. and i am going to Europe to travel and the last thing i want a cute eruopean guy to see is a huge ZIT on my face. i have complete trust in this product
July 9, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Gentle, doesn't dry my skin unless I use too much of the spot treatment.
Cons:
Can get expensive - and isn't treating my summer skin as well.
I have the whole line - recently added the body bar and body spray , in the hopes of clearing of my chest and back. Plus, my face is even breaking out more now, so much so that I'm working from home today, since one of my eyes is swollen half shut from a zit on my eyebrow!! Seems that it's not strong enough to combat summer sweat. Plus working out has caused my body to break out more and Clinique isn't fixing it. I've tried Proactiv and some Target-purchased stuff - not sure if I'll stick with Clinique or not.
July 2, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
clears up cysts, and severe acne...smells okay..works way better than proactive
Cons:
may dry your face, but with common sense you'll buy an oil free (non pore clogging) face moistur.
I even had laser surgery..have taken accutane and other antibiotics```````````````...used proactive for a long time (rip-off i must say) and i have NEVER seen results like acnefree has givin me...man i saw results the next morning...after 2 weeks i was completely clear (except some mild scars...but im going to buy the pockmark filler from acnefree)...i had cystic acne...pretty sever stuff i must say,,,and really embarrasing...I would totally lick the feet of whoever made this product...your a hero man...seriosuly...you saved my life from humiliation THE KEY IS TO BE CONSISTENT..even if u get some drying..DONT STOP JUST KEEP TRYING..if you see NO RESULTS in 8 weeks..than try somethin else like pro-active i guess...but you need the VITAMINS IN THE RETINOL!
July 1, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Works really fast, cheap.
Cons:
Bleaches everything!! haha my carpet actually has hand marks.
I used all other medications from the dermo and this is this best one. Over the counter and inexpensive. The only problem is...i just went to cvs and eckerds and rite aid and they no longer carry the cream. What happened? Whenever I went there was usually one or two boxes left on the shelf or I had to ask for a box. What's going on?????? I've been using this stuff for over a year.
June 30, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
It really worked and is not that expensive compared to other benzoyl peroxide brands.
Cons:
I didn't feel much irritation, itchiness or stinging the only bad thing is that it dried up my skin, my facial skin showed those white flakes.
Aside from the drying part, PanOxyl is very effective. Within about a week, my pimple sizes were greatly reduced. Please take note that the price I placed below is in Philippine Pesos (PHP) and is for the 5 gram 10% gel.
June 30, 2008
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Great product for such a low price, I am 14 and have not had bad acne but just a view pimples here and there mainly on my chin and forehead but after using this for a year its cleared a lot and very fast takes only a day!
Cons:
Have not had any, Thankfully this stuff does not dry my skin.
Great product glad i bought it, never regretted buying this. I have tried my brothers proactive and that stuff did not work for me. Amazingly clearzit did!
June 30, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It reduces my acne fast and it doesn't dry out my face as bad as other BP products. It clears up my skin within a week.
Cons:
a little expensive for such a small tube. It ran out quickly
Out of all BP products I've ever used, this seems to be the best one that helps reducing my acne dilemmas tremendously. Though, it's a bit expensive compared to its quantity, but it's worth the money. I'd rather spend this money for a clean and clear face than spending money on products that don't even help anything.
June 28, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
i have tried everything topical, nothing has worked. i have had severe adult acne for 7 years. within 1 week i was pimple free, at 2 weeks my skin looked incredible.
Cons:
drying occured first few apps. small price to pay
better than murad, proactive, retin a, tetrocycline, it is the best kept secret!!
Pros:
clears a bit of my skin