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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.
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June 23, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
A LOT!
FIRST OF ALL, it's better to buy it online!
I bought it @ one of those booths in the mall, it was wayyyy overpriced! It was about $100+ Online, you can purchase it for about $40.
** and you might be able to get a free gift. It dried out my skin.
Used it twice a day, for a couple of weeks, didn't notice any change.
June 2, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
this product is for PERFECTION. It works well even for cystic acne.
Cons:
this item is too strong to use it for small acne, and it might irritate the skin severely if used on the area around the lips. Use it only on severe skin problems.
I have a cystic acne located on my nose and I had two surgical removals done by plastic surgeon. The acne did not go away. Used all types of prescribed products by dermatologists(medications containing 4% salicylic acid and other chemicals) and it didn't work. After trying all these treatments, I was hopeless and purchased this product without any expectations. I used it 4 nights in a row and my acne went away. I decided to share my experience so that people who might have same problem with me, can gain from my experience. I purchased this product from harristeeter but you can also find this through other grocery stores. It is well worth the price.
May 22, 2011
Product used: Benzefoam (Benzoyl Peroxide Emollient Foam)
Pros:
Clears Skin
No irritation
Fast and one step
Cons:
Had to apply on back (but that about it)
I have moderately severe body acne on my chest, back, and arms. I've tried every topical and oral treatmeant and it would either make it worse or not solve the problem at all. My doctor gave me a sample of BenzEFoam and didn't think it would do a think. I tried it out for a week and to my surprise my acne was going away, and within less than 3 weeks it was perfectly clear! It did not irratate my skin, dry it out, or bleach my clothes. It actually rehydrated it and kept it mosturized. Now i've only been on it for a month and now use it everyother day. This stuff is literally like a miracle in a can! I wish I found it sooner as I've been suffering with acne for about 10 years. I'd give this a try I never thought I could get clear skin on my body, and I doubted this product and is surprisingly change my thought process. The good thing to is that I get it for free due to my insurance covering it!
April 23, 2011
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
CHEAP
REDUCES SIZE; REDNESS
PREVENTS FUTURE BREAKOUTS
Cons:
LEAVES YOUR FACE DRY AT FIRST, BUT ITS WORTH IT... JUST USE SOME MOISTURIZER
I HAVE SUFFERED WITH ACNE FOR OVER 2 YEARS AND THE BOTTOM LINE IS THIS IS THE FASTEST, MOST EFFECTIVE AND CHEAPEST SPOT TREATMENT GOING YOU'D BE MAD NOT TO CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT. ALSO DRINK LOTS OF WATER TO CLEAR UP YOUR SKIN AND YOUR DRY SKIN. TRUST ME IT WORKS!!! I PAID £3.50 FOR THIS BTW
March 15, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
-Actually made my face more oily, like dripping in oil oily
-Left me with these massive cystic zits that WOULD NOT heal
-Seriously, why is this stuff so expensive? It's just Benzoyl Peroxide.
I'm a Proactiv veteran from when it was just a fledgling company on late night infomercials, before the never-ending string of obnoxious celebrities lying about the effectiveness. It worked for a good number of years for me, and then all of a sudden I started getting these massive puff-ball zits that would sit there for a good month. This was about five years ago already. I think it has something to do with the fact that they have had more formula changes than one can count. There's always something that is "new and improved" and then the stuff works worse. Meanwhile, they add all sorts of other expensive garbage like spot treatments and refining masks. Just make your original crap work again! The oddest thing is that when it stopped working, it made my face crazy oily. It was so bad, people thought I was sweating all the time, but it was oil. It was so bad, there was an odor. Because I was so used to it, I kept using it, thinking it was my hormones and they would regulate. Finally I got fed up and had to try other products. I switched to MaxClarity and the oiliness went down and the cystic zits were gone in a couple of weeks, if that. But MaxClarity dries out my skin bad in the winter, so I switched back to Proactiv, and got two large cystic bumps from a day and a half of use! And the oiliness was back! The bottom line is that this product is now more celebrity hype and marketing than actual acne relief.
February 13, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
did not prevent break out
did not clear my skin of acne
pricey
I had started using the proactive products in mid November of last year. It is February now and I haven't notice any change in my level of acne. If anything I think I have had more break outs using the product than I did before hand. Do not waste your money on this product, if you really want to stop acne go to a dermatologist and ask about acutane.
January 13, 2011
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
- Clears up actual red spots
- Cheap
- No prescription
- No tablets!!
- Fast results
Cons:
- Smells so can't be left to soak in if you're going out somewhere.
- Have to put it on at night
- Dry skin (but that's a given with any acne medication?)
- Does nothing for scars
I've been using Quinoderm on and off for about a year now after my doctor reccomended it when I told him I had a fear of swallowing pills. As some background, I have light-moderate acne, which springs up on and off throughout the year dependent on weather, stress etc. Noticeable enough to cover the whole face and other areas of the body, but not extremely severe. I DO NOT have sensitive skin. If you do, I think there is a sensitive version of Quinoderm but I can't speak for that. After cleaning and using a scrub on my face I apply a thin layer ONCE a day (every evening) before bed, then leave it to soak in overnight. You cannot go out wearing it! It smells quite bad, and if you sweat it will drip down your face! Very unpleasant (as a warning though: It will gradually bleach covers over time so use an old pillow if wearing it to bed).
I then use a scrub and moisturiser in the morning to wash it off. You HAVE to moisturise when using Quinoderm as you'll find your skin will dry out quickly. Apart from the smelliness and the fact you can only realistically put it on at night, I have found it works extremely well. Although people complain of redness I have not experienced this, in fact it reduces the redness on my face (may be due to the fact I do not have sensitive skin) and completely removes all blemishes after about 1 weeks consecutive use. However it does nothing with regards to acne scars; I have some on my cheeks from when I had worse acne when I was younger (for some reason I refused all treatments... silly child!!) so unfortunately although it gets rid of the spots and redness it can't make your skin completely smooth and soft! Overall I would reccomend it for an overall better visual appearance on your face. One more word of advice, apply it to the WHOLE area, do not just put it on individual spots as this WONT work. It needs to be spread about. It wont get acne out of your system but it will definitely i
November 18, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Customer service cancelled when my mom didnt want me on it anymore.
Cons:
dried out my skin
stung after a while
made my face red and blotchy
gave me wrinkles at 15!
The bottom line is i do not recommend this product. Even if you have very oily skin. just dont use it. Its way too harsh. Heres what im using and it works. Cetaphil gentle facial cleanser, burts bees blemish stick.
November 8, 2010
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
No more breakouts
Clears red marks from previous pimples
Cheap
Has worked for me the last 6 years
Cons:
Skin will burn easily in the sun
Bleaches your washcloth
I tried a few products in middle school on my moderate acne, but they never really worked. In 8th grade I found AcneFree and it has worked ever since. I am now a sophmore in college and have switched from the three step program to just using the first step, the cleanser, once a day. I just get a few random pimples every now and again. It did take about a month before my skin got used to it and the medication started to show strong results. A few months later all of the red marks from my previous acne were gone. Since I started using it, my friends have always complemented me on my clear complexion. I don't think it will work for all skin types but it did work for me. I have mildly oily skin. I do have to make sure I wear sunscreen when I'm outside because the benzoyl peroxide makes skin very sensitive to the sun and burns easily. It has also bleached a few washclothes, which I have designated as my face washing washclothes now. I would recomend this product to anyone, but make sure you try it for at least 3 months before you give up on it. If it iritates your skin, just use step 1 (especially cut out the toner) and use it once a day or every other day.
October 26, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Quality Ingredients. Reasonable prices as these products last a long time so it turns out to be very economical. Customer Service is the absolute best!!! Most of all - it works for me.
Cons:
NONE
I am in my early 60's and yes, still have breakouts thanks to hormones. However they are under control and very minimal due to Carly's. I believe I have been using this for about 8 years now and what a blessing. It has improved my skin tremendously. I had strayed from Carly's a couple of times in my first early years of using it - but absolutely nothing measured up - I always came back. Carly's makes my skin feel just wonderful and the texture of my complexion is the best it's been. It is totally addicting. I use the Clear & Smooth Skin Treatment, the natural bar soap, the Daytime Moisturizer, and the Exotic Butter at night - cannot be without any of these! I might add that my skin has always been extremely sensitive, but I have never had any reaction to any of the Carly products I have tried - so in my own best interest - I intend on sticking with Carly. I am a very happy customer.
Pros:
Pricing, eh