Benzoyl Peroxide
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Benzoyl peroxide is a topical treatment that kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin, helping to keep pores unclogged.

It is usually applied once or twice a day to the acne-affected area. You should see results quickly, but sometimes it takes 4 to 6 weeks of treatment to become apparent.

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January 28, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Made my skin feel nice and lighter than before. It smells pretty good, and it works well with make-up.

Cons:

Dried out my face horribly. Especially on my nose there was very, very bad peeling and I had to stop using it all together on my nose. Didn't help much.

I got it and after reading reviews on their website, thought maybe it would help quicker than my other products i've tried. It DID help with limiting my breakouts during my period, which are usually pretty bad, and it did make my skin feel clean. But as already stated, it dried me out terribly. Also, you have to be pretty dedicated to your face to go through with all these steps. (I personally didn't mind it, though.) I believe this product works for some and not for other, and sadly, I am part of the latter group.
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January 24, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

goes on easily, doesn't clump or flake, works great under make-up, works quickly!

Cons:

not available in stores, so you have to make sure you order it before you run out. I started to break out as soon as I ran out!

This is the only acne product I've used that has worked consistantly. I've tried Proactive, and other similar products, but none of them worked as well as this product. I think it's a case of "less is more". The less crap you're putting on your face, the happier your skin will be.
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January 23, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Easy to use

Cons:

-Dries out your skin
-Very expensive

After using this for one month my skin is worse than ever. I have more acne and my face looks burnt. I followed all instructions and did the routine daily. I also have lots of white heads and acne in places I never had it before. My skin is more sensitive then ever.
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January 19, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Smells Nice

Cons:

Made me have itchy red bumps!!...i think the cleanser is way too harsh because of those beads that are in it.. DO A TEST RUN FIRST on a patch of skin like your forehead or back of your neck... after a week then see if it irritates you...

make sure you do a test run
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January 17, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

You get alot for your money
Easy to apply
IT ACTUALLY WORKS!

Cons:

It's will dry your skin, but hey what do you expect its BP. It's still not nearly as drying as most the other products on the market.

I will admit I was a skeptic, but once I tried it I was in absolute shock. I have always had acne and it has gradually gotten worse. Before the BP I had alot of bumps on my forehead and at least 12-15 pimples on my face at any given time. I can't say I'm completely clear yet but it has only been 6 weeks and I have seen a huge improvement. I don't have any of the bumps on my forehead anymore and only around 3 active pimples on my face. I am confident I will be completely clear in the next few weeks. One tip: When applying the BP rub it slowly for a few minutes until it starts to feel tacky, I did not do this at first, I just smeared it on which gave me a weird flakey effect. Other than that it's simple, cheap and effective.
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January 17, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

The product works. I noticed a difference within a week.

Cons:

Very harsh. It left my face unnaturally dry.

The product works but I am wary about using something so harsh on my face on a regular basis. After using proactive my face was always unaturally dry even with moisturizer. I discontinued use after a month. Instead of proactive, I now use: (a) Helene Facial Scrub (b)Aveeno Cleanser (c) Toner and (d) Aveeno Moisturizer. This seems to be working so far. Best wishes.
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January 14, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Stopped my big painful pimples, whiteheads and deep acne.

Cons:

Didn't clear up my blackheads or overall redness. It's more expensive than discount facial cleaner

I am 32 years old and have had moderate acne since I was 13. It was never so bad that I didn't want to leave the house, but I hated it. I tried a dermatologist twice and was given meds but they never worked. I tried Proactiv 6 months ago. I never get whiteheads any more. I never get the painful deep acne around my jawline anymore. I still get blackheads, but frankly who cares. The only thing I wish was that it would have lessed the redness of my face more. I still need to wear makeup most days. Sure, proactiv doesn't work for everyone but I am so glad that I tried it. As for the credit card charges...Proactiv is a membership. You will be charged every month. You agree to that before you pay the first time. If you want to end your membership you have to contact the company and your account will be cancelled. That's just the way memeberships work.
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January 14, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)

Pros:

You can try all three in the smaller size 3 pack before spending more for th eindividual bottles

Cons:

This really, really dried my skin out which in turn really aggrevated my skin & made me breakout more.

This treatment really did a number as far as drying out my skin to the point where I had big patchy sections on my skin. I reduced the final step to every other day and applied a moisturizer twice daily but I continued breaking out. I had to stop the treatment halfway through because my skin looked horrible. I moved on to Alpha Hydrox oilfree and three days later my skin is noticably clearer w/ no dying at all. I'm hoping this one works and will review it in a few weeks.
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January 14, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

- It works!
- Pleasant fragrance
- Makes skin feel 10x healthier after using it for a few weeks

Cons:

- Made me break out a bit more during the first week
- Dries skin out at first

I've been using the Acne Free Severe system for 3 weeks now and have seen a noticeable difference in my skin. True, it did make me break out a little more at first (I've heard most regimens do) and my skin was a little flaky, but my skin feels so much softer and healthier now (I think the retinol renewal complex is to thank for that). Almost all of my pimples are gone, and only 1 or 2 have formed since beginning the 2nd week of treatment. Even those that have formed are quick to recede after a day or so; I've also used Neutrogena's Rapic Clear Spot Treatment on these lone pimples, so maybe that has something to do with the quick healing time as well. I figure a few more weeks of use will tell me if this really is a "miracle" treatment...so far, I've been very pleased with the results!
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January 12, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

All 3 steps really worked!

Cons:

The toner give a burning sensation and causes a little redness; the redness does go away.

I started using Proactiv in college a few years ago. I suffered from cystic pimples, and if anyone has ever had these type of pimples, they know it is very painful and un-attractive. For those of you who may not know what a cystic pimple is; it is simply a very large, red, painful pimple that starts out under the skin & may or may not surface and can last FOREVER, or so it seems. I was going through a very stressful time in my life and I was desperate for something that worked. I tried Proactiv, and it is the only topical medicaiton that works for me aside from taking an antibiotic like tetracycline or minocycline which can cause bowel problems. I have REALLY oily skin, so my skin does not become extremely dry. The mask is great too, it helps get rid of a new pimple, overnight which is my favorite part. The fragrance is very pleasant, not overpowering like some OTC products I have used. Would definetely recommend it!
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The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
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Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

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Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
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