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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June 13, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

the free mask...the cleanser is good....great 4 mild acne...

Cons:

DRY's YOUR SKIN OUT!!!...made acne worst...burned my skin....price is ridiculous...

PROACTIV has/have some convincing commercials with celebs which makes it really appealing...1st the price is ridiculous...next PROACTIV made my face so dry that i began to breakout even worst...everytime i washed i felt like my face was burning...PROACTIV is excellent for moderate acne...my cousin bought this product and suffered the same results i did...i think it's way to strong...the CLEANSER is the best as well as the MASK...they automatically put you in this "club" and start sending you this stuff every month!!!...terrible...BOTTOM LINE made my acne worst....
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June 10, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

Affordable. Easy to follow routine. Works great.

Cons:

Product can be difficult to squeeze out of bottle. Minor/ temporary discomfort.

If you have a pimple or two, this product is NOT for you. However if you suffer from severe acne, this is a god sent. Your face will feel dry, there is a sensation of slight burning and you HAVE to follow the routine but it pays off, I woke up this morning looked in the mirror and cried out of happiness! It was the FIRST morning in 12 years (TWELVE YEARS) that I awoke to NO acne! After the first few days the dryness and discomfort died down and now I have beautiful skin! I have some acne scarring however I plan to buy the scar tretment that is made by this company. I am getting married in 9 months and this has given me a sense of relief! Thank you Acnefree!
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May 31, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Eveything

Dont buy this wa*k product. I used it for many days and nothing happened for me, its a total waste of money, i think the best bet is just to let your spots go away on there own.
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May 28, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

- Best and most affordable solution ever for me..and I'm a 50+ year old guy
- No fragrance is a plus
- It WORKS!

Cons:

- Can't buy all 3 steps in larger quantities
- Something in this product rubs off on shirt collars and causes discoloration

I say to try it, but give it a chance. Stick with it for a month or so, even though I felt I had noticeable results after only the first 3 - 4 days.
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May 23, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

smoothes skin out

Cons:

makes your face shiny, can be drying if used in excess

it works okay i think i might change to arbonne though because i hear that proactiv doesnt clean deep into the tissue layers, only the top layer, whereas arbonne gets deep down and has good success stories.
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May 22, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

None that can think of

Cons:

Didn't work at all. Actually gave me dry patches (rash) around my face.

Didn't work at all. Seemed to make acne worse along w/ the rash and dry face.
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May 22, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Repairing Lotion 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide)
This product did not work for me. I used it for two months straight making sure that I used it exactly how I was instructed and it made things worse. I have just finished the second month and I have not seen any improvements at all
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May 17, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

works well, inexpensive, and fragrance free. Way better than the lotion from Proactiv.

Cons:

None so far!!!

This stuff is a miracle. Doesn't dry out your skin like other bp lotion's.
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May 14, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Basically, I got proactive to just clear up the few pimples I always got, but ultimately, proactive gave me the worst acne I had ever had. I thought that maybe it was the whole "it gets worse before it gets better" thing, so I continued to use it. But before I had even finished the trial bottles or had a chance to use the money back warranty thing, they sent me more. Eventually I just canceled and stopped using proactive and used some stuff I got from walgreens, and my face cleared up nicely. But I still had the scars from all the acne proactive gave me. So now I use a product called Exposed, and I saw results first morning after I used it. I have never talked to anyone that used proactive that said it worked for them. And it sure as heck ruined my skin, and that was the last thing I was asking for when paying 60$. So just because proactive has all those infomercials, I would recommend looking into other acne products.
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May 13, 2007
Product used: ZAPZYT (Maximum Strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Gel)

Pros:

Clears up pimples quickly. It makes them less noticible too.

Cons:

Smell, and if you dont wash your hands it will turn your cloths/towels orange!

Good Product. Would Def. recomend it for anyone who has acne and is looking for a solution out side of pricey systems.
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Finding a Doctor

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.
Find a Doctor Using The American Acacemy of Dermatology Website

Finding a Doctor

Only a select few plastic surgeons specialize in acne scar revision surgery. Be certain to find a provider who specializes in acne scar repair and who is passionate and experienced in this area.

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.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

  • Are you board certified? Be certain that they are board certified.
  • How long have you been performing these procedures? Normally, the more experience the better, however, some younger surgeons may be more on top of the latest procedures.
  • Can I speak to some of your other patients? Ask for references for several patients who had similar scarring and speak to them about the process and their satisfaction with results.

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.
  • Your gut tells you "no": Trust your gut. If you just don't feel that the doctor is the right fit, trust that and move on. On the other hand, if you feel they are the perfect specialist for you, trust that feeling.
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