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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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November 22, 2010
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
None
I have only been using this product for 2 weeks, but so far so good! My face has completely cleared except for my acne scarring. I am worried that I will eventually break out according to all the negative reviews on this site. The Tamanu oil also helps heal pimples and reduce scarring. I also like the fact that there aren't chemicals that sit on your face constantly. I will definately be giving a negative review if my face breaks out. Lets hope that doesn't happen. It's worth a shot.
February 19, 2010
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Cleared ALL of my acne
Gentle
Free of any other crappy ingredients
Cons:
I can't buy it at Walmart?
I'm willing to bet my left pinky that this is the BEST topical treatment you can have for acne at the moment. I came a long way to find Dan's BP and looks like I'm finally home! Some people give bad reviews saying how it irritates/dries them. Suck it up! BP is supposed to do that but after the initial bump, the results are phenomenal! If regimen didn't work for you, you did it wrong!
March 9, 2015
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
X-Out just wants your money
When I first got acne it was like I was being completely deprived of my self confidence. I was desperate for something to cure it quickly, like Magic. I saw a commercial for X-Out and $20.00 later I was using it for the first time. At first, I definitely believed that it would work just as the company said it would. I thought that it would undoubtably clear up my skin in a couple of weeks. It didn't do that. It dried up my skin like crazy and it was a huge waste of money. I finally did my research into more natural ways of treating acne. I'm drinking 91 ounces of water every day and THAT is working. I've also cut out dairy and am currently seeing how that's affecting me. I really think that's working as well. The results with drinking water are as fast as X-Out said their results would be... if not quicker. Water flushes out the toxins in your body. Toxins are a huge cause of acne and breaking out in general. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE listen to me! This is coming straight from another acne sufferer and not a multi-million dollar company. LOOK INTO NATURAL SOLUTIONS!!! I seriously believe that X-out does not work and neither do any other topical acne treatments. All they want is your money, not to clear your skin and make you happy.
October 19, 2014
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
Aweful
I'm 15 and have very oily skin and I have used the treatment for 4 months now. My face has broken out much more they warn you but it is supposed to get better unfortunately it did not. My mom has been paying for the overly priced product and it is terrible i would NEVER recommend it.
July 17, 2014
Product used: Proactiv Solution (X Out)
Buyer Beware
The product works no better than any other over the counter product containing benzoyl peroxide. The worst part is they charge you $30 for the first container then they automatically send you a 3-month supply bottle and charge you (3) payments of $30 AFTER they sent it to you. Even if you want to cancel at that point you're already on the hook for $60 more! Just another way to scam/trick the consumer into sending them more money. (Understood they tell you in the fine print and it is the buyers fault for not reading completely however you would think they could find a more open and honest way to bill people.) It just proves their product doesn't work or they wouldn't have to do things like that!
May 6, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
-dired out my skin
- skin delt like sand paper
-Acne became worse, instead of little bumps and had large deep pimps that hurt
-EXPENSIVE
-Automated shipments, and you don't have much control over them
-sent me 'free' samples that they charged me for
-When I returned the product for me refund in January I never recieved my refund. I am stil fighting them to get my $100 back
-horrible Co., Customer Service, and Product. It is a scam
Don't but this product from Proactive. If you want to try it. Get it with out signing up as a member.
March 8, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Inexpensive, especially when you break the cost down over a year.
Really works!! My skin has never been clearer.
My skin does not "get used to" the product, causing it to stop working over time.
Smells great, unlike other cleansers I have used.
Moisturizer is refreshing, light, and not greasy - keeps my skin from drying, peeling, even in the winter time.
Cons:
I honestly can't think of any to put here, other than I can't just go to the store and pick it up - but ordering online has always been a breeze and the shipments come right away!
I started with the regular strength in college and switched to the "Industrial strength" when that wasn't quite doing the job for me. I am now a pregnant 27 year old, and my skin has honestly never been clearer. I know a lot of my acne was due to hormonal causes, so I was expecting my skin to get worse with pregnancy (as my sister's had). The cleanser + all natural soap duo has been the only thing to ever work with me.
I am a pharmacist and I recommend this product to people who come into my store looking for something when nothing else seems to work. The 5% wash is the same strength as the 5% prescription wash you can get in the pharmacy - plus it's cheaper and you don't need to visit a doctor to get it!! As with any benzoyl peroxide product, it has PEROXIDE in it, so it can and WILL bleach towels. I just usually use white wash clothes and light colored towels and I haven't had a problem with it -well worth it to have clear skin!
I buy 3 items at a time so I can get the 4th product free. I keep 1 bottle in the shower with me, which usually lasts about 3-4 months. I place the other bottles that I'm not using in the fridge to help preserve their potency. This system has allowed me to order ~ once a year, and I've never noticed any difference in the bottles I pull from the fridge vs. the one I use right away when it's shipped.
Bottom line: I've been using Carley's for over 7 years, and I hope they never stop making it. I'd hate to have to find another product that works, smells great, and is relatively inexpensive over the course of a year.
January 29, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
When used as directed, this product is great. I say this because, I would have a tendency to skip using it a few days, to make it last longer, because I use it all over my body. This stuff is amazing for people who suffer with KP. I have a bad case of it on my upper arms and the front of my thighs. After like 2 weeks, you cant even tell that I have issues with KP.
Cons:
Really I can't think of anything, except the price. And really that's because I need to use it all over my body, so the bottle goes quick. :( But if you're just using it for your face, its a great value for your money.
This product works, and good luck finding something that treats KP, because I've tried it all! Give this around weeks to see REAL results. Remember your pores are going to naturally purge any remaining bacteria that's deep down when you first use this, so a few breakouts are natural. After that, you'll be impressed. Patience is the key. :))
January 19, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I love that you guys give a FREE all-natural soap with the purchase of so many of your products; I got 3 of them the last time I ordered from you guys because I ordered 3 different products from you! The soap & exfoliator scrub cleared up my acne and gave me smooth skin. FINALLY a product that has worked for me! :) The only problem I am battling now is the scarring from having bad acne over the past 12 years. Now I will be ordering some stuff for blemishes and scarring. Thank you SO much Carleys
Cons:
I can't think of one thing that I haven't liked about this stuff!
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR PRODUCTS!!!!! I recommend it to my friends. And the ones that have bought it love it too! :)
January 7, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Works great, reasonably priced, natural ingredients. I have very sensative skin I use the soap on my entire body, and it leaves my skin feeling great!
Plus: If you don't like it, you can get all your moeny back.
Cons:
None
I am 39 years old and have hormonal acne. I have used every type of cleanser from the drug stores as well as avon products and even proactiv. This by far, is the best stuff I've ever used.
The soap leaves my skin feeling clean, not greasy.
The acne treatment leaves my skin feeling refreshed and totally clean. If I feel a breakout starting, I scrub with the treatment and by morning it is gone.
The daytime moisturizer is awesome. I put this on every morning and it immediately soaks in and leaves my skin feeling soft, never greasy.
I have been using this product for years and I reorder every 4 months.
Bonus: they always send me samples of the products I don't buy as a way for me to try them out first. Awesome!
Fast order processing & shipping.
Pros:
Inexpensive
Effective