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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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April 4, 2012
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Acne Foaming Wash)
Cons:
-Might cause initial breakout, not a crazy one though
-Might dry the skin out alittle
-Might cause a little redness but then again, what benzoyl peroxide product doesn't?
You should consider in purchasing this product if you need a good benzoyl peroxide wash. It doesn't cause you to flake like other benzoyl peroxide washes and it seems to work well on those with common whiteheads. This product might cause redness and dryness... every benzoyl peroxide product tends to have this effect.
April 3, 2012
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
gel formula
goes on clear
smooth
creamy
Cons:
drying
causes skin to flake
Most amazing acne treatment ever, must at least try!
March 29, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
DON'T DO IT PEOPLE GET RETIN-A That Will Do The Job Learn From Me
Horrible Product
March 25, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa Gel 5)
Cons:
Smells bad
I had an allergic reaction to it
Expensive
Small tube
I don't really have too much acne, but I bought it because I do breakout and it gets bad. I'm kind of disappointed because everyone was giving it such good reviews and I thought I would try it. I honestly had the worst allergic reaction to it and got a small rash all over my face. It may work for some people but did not for me.
March 20, 2012
Product used: Neutrogena (SkiniD Anti Acne Treatment)
Pros:
Cleared Skin for a while
Cons:
Stopped working
Harsh
I have very oily skin and this managed to flake my skin out and then it stopped treating my acne!
I have very oily skin and this managed to flake my skin out and then it stopped treating my acne!
March 20, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Easy Routine To Follow
Non-Chemical Smell
Offers Some Exfoliation
Great/Gentle Toner
Cons:
Not effective for severe acne
Does not help fade post-acne marks
"Cult-like" Marketing
Expensive
Basically-this product is no better than what you can now find in Wal-greens/Wal-Mart (pretty much any department store these days) for mild acne. It's gentle, and would probably work for a person with sensitive skin who has very mild acne/blemishes.
March 3, 2012
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
cleared up acne a little bit
Cons:
dried up my skin a lot
im 14 and i have been using this for like 2 weeks and it has only cleared up my acne a little bit and has made my skin really dry
March 2, 2012
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
The repair lotion is OK as a spot treatment
Cons:
Terribly drying
Made me breakout
Extreme burned skin
I did a lot of research prior to purchasing this system. I have been struggling with adult onset acne (nodules, cysts, pustules) for about 5 years (I'm almost 30). Around Christmas, my skin was just getting worse and worse. It was so bad I refused to leave the house - not even heavy make-up helped. I have done prescription medications, antibiotics, etc... I can now add this system to the list of "Didn't Work". I have very sensitive skin and purchased the sensitive skin kit. I used it morning and evening and stayed true to the exact instructions. My skin became so swollen, red and inflamed right away. Thinking my skin would adjust, I stayed on this system for 4 weeks until I just had to stop - the breakouts were getting progressively worse as each day passed. I rinsed the cleanser off in the shower one day and inadvertently let some drip on my neck - it literally burned the skin on my neck. When i started this system, I was really hoping I would be writing a review about how this product changed my life. But, if anything, it made my skin much, much worse. I have since started using the Skinceuticals line on the recommendation of a friend who is a Dermatology P.A. - It's amazing. I think sensitive, adult skin just has much different needs.
February 24, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None that I found.
Cons:
Broke my skin
Made it much worse
Left me with scars
I bought this on ebay, to avoid getting charged on my bank account as others have reported. I thought since I had light/mild acne this would do just fine. Boy was I wrong. First of all it really hurt my skin. I broke out way worse than I ever have! I'm still dealing with the scars caused by this. Thinking it was just the IB (Inital Breakout|) I carried on until I had used up all the bottles. My skin was in a much worse state than it was to begin with so I haven't bothered to purchase again. It was red, covered with zits and just looked..raw. I switched to a more gentle cleanser and my skin is getting better everyday. Please, please, don't get taken in by the adverts! It's just not worth the risk!
February 24, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
. It clears up red spots
Cons:
. It works slowly and it gave me ALOT more acne
Ive tried it out for a week. It might not have been that long but proactiv claims it works fast, however, I saw no positives changes. All I saw was more bad acne than before I used it. Step 3 is really oilly and probably made it worse. thanks alot proactiv.....:/
Pros:
-Does a great job getting rid of oil and dirt off of face
-Smell is okay
-Dries out pimples
-Prevents new pimples from forming
-Does not irritate skin