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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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May 25, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

Clears up 95% of your acne

Cons:

Rare find

I cannot begin to explain how many acne products I've been using since i was 11 yrs old. (Im now 20) Though it hasn't and won't take away ALL my pimples for good,it works wonders for me. The product is awesome. I use Morning burst scrub followed by the clean and clear blue astringent twice a week. That also helps. But using these 3 products as once WILL dry out ur skin. Get an oil free moisturizer. . But i do use the Continuous control everyday at least one. Twice according to my discretion. I would definitely recommend it. 2 pimples are better than 13. Im yet to find a product that'll give me 100% smooth clear skin.
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May 24, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

CLEARS SKIN! I'm a aesthetician so I have used and works with TONS of skin care topicals and this benzoyl peroxide is AMAZING! I have used it for prob 6 years now. The couple times I did go off of it to try other products I went back to using it. Love this stuff!

Cons:

You will prob be red and dry initially but keep using it and this will go away.

If you have acne you want gone, buy it!
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May 21, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Renewing Cleanser)

Pros:

worked for 2 weeks

Cons:

smells bad bleaches everything around you burnt my face very expensive in australia 106.00 a month!!

better of walking into a store and buying a gentle wash i would never recommend this to anyone waste of my money and time
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May 19, 2012
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)

Pros:

Mostly clear skin.
Clear complexion.
No more millions of tiny bumps all over skin.

Cons:

Dried my skin out horrendously in first few weeks.
Made my skin very red in first 2 weeks.
Burns like hell sometimes (depending on how irritable my skin that day)

I think this is a product that needs a little time and patience. I've been using it for a month and its only just started to clear up a few days ago. I noticed it was clearing up the small spots almost straight away. However, it seemed as though I had traded acne for very tight, red dry skin. But with frequent use my skin got used to it and now its only a tiny bit dry but nothing a bit of moisture could fix. I've tried loads of different products before including Proactive, dermalogica and various doctor prescribed antibiotic topical treatments. This seems to be the only thing that's working. Cheaper is better for me. A quick tip though.. I've found that oily or super moisturizing moisturisers are tempting but give you spots in the dries bits. I use oil free blemish moisturiser by clean &clear and its really working.
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May 18, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

Worked at first

Cons:

Smelled bad, Dried out my face, stopped working after a few months

I have moderate acne and I used proactiv for about 6 months a couple of years ago when it first became popular. It worked for a few months but then it stopped working. I think my acne got much worse after I used proactiv then before I started, but I guess that could be because I was still a teenager. Almost everyone I talk to who used proactiv before says the same thing happened to them.
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May 10, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

I can't think of any.

Cons:

-Did not prevent Breakouts or help heal them.
-Proactive only works on 1 or 2 skin types, not good for everyone...only a minority.
-Causes excessive drying

I wish people would read reviews before trying out Proactiv because all those flashy TV Commercials and radio ad's are a lie. Proactive severely dried out my skin and after using for about 2 years I never had clear skin. I used the whole 3 step system along with a few add-on parts. I have started a new treatment that aims to heal the scarring that the acne caused. My friend who works at a skin care spot in the mall says they spend more time with people who's acne was made worse from Proactive then any other product.
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April 27, 2012
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)

Pros:

-clears acne quickly
-helps control oil and shine
-reduces redness and blemishes
-evens out skin tone

Cons:

-dries out skin so extra moisturizing lotion is necessary

I used pro-active for years and wanted to try a new product to help control my acne. My acne is not terrible; however, since high school I've struggled with a reasonable amount of acne. I was a little apprehensive to try something new, since my skin had adjusted to pro-active. After trying several different brands and having no success, I opted for Clinique Acne Solutions. Within 3 days, my face had already cleared and I was receiving many compliments. I'm very happy with the way my face looks now and I will continue using Acne Solutions. The benzol peroxide in the moisturizer is a little drying, although I use Clinique Age Defernce after to keep my skin hydrated. Great product and I highly recommend to those of you who struggle with adult acne!
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April 24, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))

Pros:

Excellent product. Easy to use. Once your skin gets used to the product, it looks beautiful and flawless.

It works better than any other product including prescription treatments.
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April 19, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)

Pros:

It kept the small acne away

Cons:

Causes cystic acne for me
Made my skin extremely oily
Makes my skin sensitive to the sun

One day I was jogging early in the morning, and when I came back my face was ANGRY RED! The BP caused my skin to be very sensitive with UV rays and it just basically cooked my skin. It was a very terrible experience. Those who have sensitive skin beware
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April 13, 2012
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)

Pros:

Clears Acne

Cons:

Run Out at Different Times

Love the product, but it doesn't love my towels. (Benzole Peroxide bleaches towels)
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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.
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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