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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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November 11, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

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I used it for the first time about a year ago with acne clearing results.

Cons:

I started it back up again about a month ago and it isn't clearing me up at all! Plus, my skin is flaky and itchy, particularly around my chin and mouth area.

I'm ready to try something new! I think this product is awesome for some people and bad for others.
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November 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

i liked proactive. when i saw it on tv i was so excited to use it. people noticed a good improvment and it felt really good.

Cons:

people saw an improvmnet in my skin, but my acne never fully healed. it also made my skin dry in the forehead area. when i would get a bad pimple, i would use the mask, but the next day the pimple would still be there.

i recommend it if you know how to treat the dryness that may occur. my doctor gave me differin, which caused a severe reaction to my skin and now everything seems to make my face irratated. i asked my friends and family about which skin treatment made my skin look the best, and they all said proactive so im probably going to get back on it soon.
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November 7, 2007
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)

Pros:

Awesome stuff, i have used it for about a month and my acne is completely gone! I saw major improvement in only a week.

Cons:

The stuff really dries out your face, but if you apply it like Dan said (slowly and gently) its less irritating.

Works fast, yest drying skin is an issue other than that i highly reccomend this product.
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November 7, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It works pretty good. It takes about a month to clear things up a little and the second month clears things up a little more. It definitely keeps your acne under control(no morning breakouts or huge whiteheads).

Cons:

There was nothing bad about it. Except it made my face a little red but thats all.

I've used it for about 2 months and have seen pretty good results( and this was during football season). I definitely think now that football is over, I'll start seeing even better results.
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November 5, 2007
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)

Pros:

Super convenient, easy to use. Fast, portable way to use BP. Right amount of BP (2.5%) so not too drying.

Cons:

Mildly pricey. Not enough for me to stop using them though.

Just saw these for the first time a month ago. Super convenient, effective. I usually tear them in half and fold the other half in the wrapper to conserve them. Then use one in the morning and one at night.
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November 4, 2007
Product used: Nature's Cure (Two-Part Acne Treatment System for Males)

Pros:

The pills really started to clear my face up after the 2nd week. I was not using the BP, because it made my deep acne spots worse.

Cons:

Drowsiness & Anxiety. I had a reaction to some ingredient in the pills, which caused me to stop taking them after the first month. It's too bad, because my face was completely clear.

This is a great acne system, but you should take into account the herbal ingredients in the pills. The box says no side effects, but different individuals react differently to certain vitamins, herbs, and medications. I noticed a few reviews that included drowsiness as a side effect as well. You need to be careful about products that can alter hormone/dietary levels. It is important to be aware of any changes that may be going on in your mind/body. Good luck to the rest of you.
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October 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Works well the first couple of days...and then it really dries the face.

Cons:

Extremely dries the face to the point where you have to stop using it...wouldn't recommend it to anyone with sensitive skin.

It does not work for everyone. Don't switch to this product if the one you are using now is effective because even though it clears up mild acne, it really DRIES the skin, and moisturizer can't completely help with this problem.
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October 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

it seems to work at first..

Cons:

it made my skin EXTREMELY dry, breakouts did not stop- if anything they became worse. my skin is in HORRIBLE condition now

dont waste ur time or your money.
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October 27, 2007
Product used: Stridex (Power Pads)

Pros:

controls acne, packaging keeps product fresh and contaminant free, inexpensive

Cons:

packaging is wasteful, hard to find (in my area anyway), BP bleaches pillow/fabrics

I love these. I don't use the pad itself. I squeeze the medication unto my skin and rub it in. I've found it keeps acne flareups at bay without drying my face out.
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October 26, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

clears acne as fast as one day. i recomend the most powerful stuff in an orange package. simple and easy to use

Cons:

the lotion is diferent textures evry time

this product is amazing and well worth thee price
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