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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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June 5, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Has not once left my skin completly clear
I've been on it for 2 months now and are ready to give up and move onto the next skin care range that i can find i feel the need to moisturise so much and can't wait to try a new product. Would work for some people but not for me
June 5, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Leaves skin REALLY smooth after a few uses.
It eliminated my redness but slowly clearing the rest of my acne (was light-moderate).
Cons:
Although my skin was left smooth right after using it, it became oily as the day progressed. You may have to buy larger individual more expensive bottles because the package might not last very long due to smaller amounts.
Its great, I'd recommend this to anyone. I've been dealing with acne for six months already. Nothing has worked as well as Clinique. I used to have alot of blemishes (small red marks) on my forehead and cheek but now are clear thanks to this product. It also cleared my cystic acne really quickly (very light, but they just wouldn't disappear).
June 5, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
This Proactiv Solution works wonderfully. It clears up old acne, and prevents new acne from occurring...So long as you follow the regimen and Treat your face gently and patiently. It makes your skin really soft and also clears scars.
Cons:
I am allergic to BP my face is itchy and a little bit red. Almost like a small sunburn. But not bad.
Even though I am allergic to BP, this product still worked well! But as I said before you have to be gentle with your face. My irritation to BP causes my face to get really itchy and a slight bit of redness occurs. But from reading on the forums, I've learned that when first using BP this is normal. As long as you don't scratch your face this stuff really does work! The acne is one less problem you have to stress about.I recomend that people try at least the trial version, they sell it on T.V. now for $19.99! Be aware that this wont work for alll skin types because everyone has different types of skin. But it is worth a try! :P
June 4, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
The price was great and it seemed to help a little.
Cons:
I couldn't use it in the morning because it made my skin really oily and shiny.
I think that the product may work for people with drier skin, but my skin is normally somewhat oily and then when I used this my face looked disgusting. Just really oily and shiny, but I did notice a little acne was clearing up but I'd rather have a few more zits than my face be extremely oily.
June 1, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Works well, my mild acne problem has been under control since I started the application. My skin is much smoother and I am becoming better looking over time and the red marks are fading away extremely slowly, a million thanks to Dan.
Cons:
My skin was very red, dry and itchy in the first week or so. I Still have some stubborn occassional pimples that go away quicker than before. Last months I have had about 5 pimples here and there.
The price is great. I only paid about $12 shipping included for the small 2oz. bottom (even cheaper than the local store) which has already lasted for over 2 months and it is still going stong. In the meantime, I have also purchased the 8oz. bottle that might last for 1 year I guess. However, I am not following the regimen strictly that I only apply the BP at night and nothing else. I find that more convenient and cost-efficient. I hope my acne can and will eventually be grown out of as I age into mid 20s like my mum. I will return here to update my progress after another couple of months. I wish I had got this option many many years ago so I wouldn't have the minor scar problem that I have now.
May 31, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I thought the price was alright and that it had a good reputation.
Cons:
I have mild acne and thought I would give proactiv a try. I've been using it for 3 months and it got worse than I've ever had it (the trial period that "it will get worse before it gets better" and it never did. It stayed worse.
This product has worked wonders on my brothers, but I guess it just wasn't for me.
May 30, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It worked really well. I often got compliments on my skin.
Cons:
It has a LOT of unnecessary chemicals in it. And you HAVE to use it twice a day, every single day, forever.
I had some really bad face acne for years (since I was a teenager), and this was the only thing that worked for me. Problem is that if you get lazy and skip a day, your acne will come back. When I was very conscientious, I had beautiful clear skin that often received compliments. I also really enjoyed the smell of the product, and my boyfriend thought so too. But now that I'm trying to use all natural products (meaning NO propylene glycol or sodium laurel anything), Proactiv misses the mark. It's chock full of unnecessary filler chemicals that I don't want seeping into my skin and bloodstream. Plus, Proactiv doesn't fix the problem, it just covers it up until you stop using it. So yes, this product works extremely well (at least it did for my skin). I just have a lot of objections for it.
May 30, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The product arrived really fast!
Cons:
It smells funny,the lotion sucks,they say you will notice a difference within the first week..hmm im not noticing anything so far but its only been a few days..then again my skin normally reacts right away and its not reacting which is weird.
Kinda cheap for a trial size and a 30 money back guarantee..that unfortunately because of no changes ive seen since i started usig it, ill have to use the guarantee.im pretty sure that I should have stuck with my St. Ives Olive cleanser and my Palmers Organic Olive lotion..and a good dab of Queen Helene Masque Mint Julep for random pop ups on the skin...its the best regiment for me!
May 28, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Clears your skin in 5 days like it says
Stops new pimples from popping up
Cons:
Leaves some sort of white stuff on your face, but it does clear after awhile
This stuff is great, it worked really well. I've tried alot of things for acne, medicine, seeing a doctor and this stuff worked really well. I've been using it for a week and my face doesn't have any new pimples, usually it gets about 3-4 a day. Great Stuff
May 27, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
Pricey :(
Cons:
Very effective for me!
I have slightly oily face and I've been suffering from occasional acne for a year but it wasn't as bad as what happened to my face about 3 months ago or so. I had a very irritating breakout! I had huge cystic acne all over my cheeks, jaw area and especially the forehead. My forehead had it worst. It was sooo itchy and stingy as if there was a huge needle pinching my forehead. The pimples were also piling up, literally, on top of each other. It made me feel so miserable and couldn't help crying over it. I don't want to make the situation worst then it already is so I researched over the internet and I found out about the regimen then I researched the products that I'd like to try first and I just feel so lucky because it worked for me and I don't have to try anything else! Here are what I use: Cleanser = Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash
BP = Neutrogena On the Spot Acne Treatment
Moisturizer = Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion Now, after 21 days, I'm only left with marks +
Pros:
Makes your skin glow, and cleans most of your pores