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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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September 2, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Cons:
MUST CONSTIENTLY BUY NEW BOTLES
WILL CLEAR SERVRE ACNE AND IS THE BEST OVER THE COUNTER PRODUCT BY FAR......
September 2, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I've noticed a slow change. I didn't exactly see results after 3 days though, more like 5 days. The toner does sting, but it does its job. My skin doesn't get dry because I use moisturizer afterwards. It dries up my pimples quickly after I get one.
Cons:
I wish there was more of the repair lotion. It just seems odd that there's such a small bottle compared to the other 2.
It works. It might not be at a very quick pace, but it works slowly and gradually.
August 30, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
seems to help prevent small comodones and blackheada
Cons:
doesn't prevent large pustules and cystic acne
I never had a lot of small pimples but more of 4-5 giant ones at a time. I started proactiv and it seemed to help for about a month then i would get 3-4 giant zits instead of 3-4. Not worth the price.
August 30, 2008
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It made my skin feel clean. I received 2 free bars of all natural soap when I purchased the cleanser & lotion.
Cons:
It didn't work at all for me.
It seems like a decent product, but it didn't help my skin at all.
August 30, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It took half of my acne away and most of my bigger pimples.
Cons:
My face got used to it and the other half of my acne wouldn't go away. I still had the black heads and white heads. It over dried my skin. The 3 step process is so annoying.
Its best for people with light to moderate acne.
August 30, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
clears up whiteheads and pimples within 3 days..with consistant use u will have clear skin!
Cons:
it can be drying for awhile but my skin got used to it
i LOVE this product so so so much.. it was unfortunate that i started using this product around winter time because it made my skin extreeeeeeeeeeemmelyyyy dryyyyyyyyyyyyyyy really really dry that it made my make up go all weird and cracked on my face...but anyways besides the fact that it is very drying it cleared up every zit or whiteheads on my face within 3 days.. i've been using this for almost a year now and it is not drying at all anymore..i guess my skin got used to it..
now my skin is clear with very mild hyperpigmentation... i still continue to use this everynight.. i used to use this morning and night but after my acne got better i didnt have to do that anymore..my hyperpigmentation got better after glycolic acid!
August 30, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
None.
Cons:
Burned my pimples.
Made them dark.
Didn't prevent.
I am very disappointed in this product. :(
Good thing I stopped using it 3 weeks ago,it made me VERY depressed. :( Buy this at your own risk.Not for people with sensitive skin.
August 29, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It's fairly cheap and convinces you to use it.
Cons:
It doesn't work, Step 2: the toner bleaches anything it comes into contact with, and your skin gets really dry.
Barely works and dries out your skin.
August 29, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works great and fast. Makes skin super soft. Great packaging.
Cons:
Very expensive, Small bottles,
I cant beleive how so many people hate proactiv. For my skin, it has worked wonders. A week ago, my forehead had at least 20 red pimples, it has been only a week and i have only 5, smaller and lighter ones. My skin is now much softer and has more glow. Proactiv has truly taken my acne on a fight, and it's really winning it.
August 27, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Good size, works for me, gel consistency
Cons:
cannot be bought in stores, the pump does not make it travel-friendly
I had small acne, but there wasn't a day I didn't have at least one. And I noticed my skin getting worse as I get older. This helped me within a week! I got a few break outs but they healed in a matter of two days! I like this over the cream for one major reason, it doesn't sting my face. I think I am allergic to bp and the cream (I used Neutrogena) made my face so red and painful, I could only use it every other day. In the day I was peeling a LOT too. With the gel, it not only is easier to apply, it doesn't leave a white film over your face and I can use it everyday (although only once a day because it makes my skin sting a little). I have to use NIVEA Soft cream as moisturizer cause everything else is not moisturizing enough. The only small con: the pump can't be closed and recently while travelling I had to take the pump out, and close the bottle with plastic because I put a brand new unopened bottle in my luggage and it opened.
Pros:
WORKS WELL AFTRR THE FIRST TIME U USE IT...HOWEVER U MUST USE IT CONSTIENTLY BUY NEW BOTLES WHEN IT DONE OTHERSWISE U WILL SEE BREAKOUTS...