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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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June 17, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
the smell, toner smells most disgusting, toner stings sometimes, BP lotion can really dry out your skin, expensive, not enough supply, dried out my chin, and the skin around my eyes, does not get rid of dead skin
this has got to be the best acne product i've used ever. My acne started to flare up about 3 weeks ago, and clean&clear scarred my face, and made it extremely red.
So i decided to try out proactiv, and i don't regret buying this product.
Now i only have light acne, and my skin isn't red anymore!
i can actually look people in the eye when i'm talking to them now. It does dry out our skin quite a bit, i even got sunburn on my chin. now theres two big dark patches on my chin. just use it once a day, since it is a pretty strong product
June 13, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Worked
I couldnt find any thing that worked until i start proactiv, i still get the once in a blue break out but not as bad as before, it also goes away alot faster and easyer now
.. im gona see if it works on my arms now
June 13, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The price.
Cons:
I hated the smell, and it made my skin break out.
I was disappointed with it. It is affordable, but it made my skin break out, and I could not stand the smell. The toner stung my face, and the refining mask did nothing. If you only have mild acne, buy a tube of toothpaste. It does the same job.For more severe acne, see a Dermatologist. This is not a quick fix by any means!
June 13, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It clears up zits (mild to moderate acne), and the lotion and cleanser smell good.
Cons:
The toner smells like rotten eggs, and I've got the sunburnt look. Also, you're on their stupid club list and that doesn't help.
I've got sensitive skin, and Proactiv gives me that sunburnt look. It clears up zits, but does nothing for blackheads. I hate looking like a tomato, especially when you compare my face to the rest of my fair-skinned body. Also, I thought you received the refining mask every month. You only get it one time (which sucks, because ordering separately from the Proactiv site is a hassle).
June 13, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
This stuff WORKS! I have tried everything under the sun, with no luck. This works fast, and it's cheap. Never thought over the counter medication would work, but so glad I tried it. Please try, and see for yourself.
Cons:
None
IT WORKS!!!!!!
June 12, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Proactiv is great. It definitly cleans the skin great, leaves skin feeling smooth, and most importantly, clears your acne.
Cons:
It is a liitle expensive. But, I'd rather spend the money on a product that works than on tons of other products that don't.
It's not instant magic. It does take a couple weeks or so to start seeing dramatic results. It is great at clearing and preventing acne when it is used consistently. For the people who say that Proactiv dries out the skin a lot, it even says on the bottle, if your skin starts to dry up a lot, you need to reduce the usage to once a day. And if you use a good, oil-free, non-comedeogenic moisturizer, dry skin is absolutely not a probalem. I would recommend this product to anyone because I think it really does work. You just need to follow the instructions and be consistent with it. Also, when first starting Proactiv, you need to start with only one use a day for 3-5 days so that your skin can get accustomed to it. That is why many people on here have red blemished that appear because they do not let their skin become accutomed to it. Like I said, you just have to follow the directions and you need to read the information packet that comes with it because it really helps.
June 11, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I've used this product for at least 10 or 11 years and I love it.
I use the program as directed and really see great results. It makes my skin look healthy, radiant and clear. I occassionally have a few breakouts, but it is due to hormonal changes, sweating too much at the gym or diet changes. Early on, I had to use the repairing lotion in the evening only, but that changed after awhile and I've experienced no problems with any of the products. I also use the refining mask about every 2 weeks and I do find it to really help in making my skin smoother than just using the 3 step program. I get my 3 step program on the auto ship and I change my program to be 2 toners and 1 cleanser or vice versa. I don't go through the repairing lotion as quickly as the other two. When I need the repairing lotion, I just go online and change the kit. So keep in mind, you can change the 3 step products to suit your needs. I also use the sheer transluscent pressed powder to carry in my purse and really like it too. I'm a firm believer in the proactiv system.
June 11, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Really clears skin! Tingly clean feeling. Does prevent acne!
Cons:
Kind of drying because it does have 10% benzoyl peroxide, so use a moisturizer or lotion after washing.
I really love this product! I tried everything. Proactiv, Nuetrogena products, Acne soaps... This is the only thing that has worked for me on a consistent basis.
And I know if you used proactiv like me and it dried the heck out of your skin because of the massive amount of benzoyl peroxide, don't be afraid of this product because it has 10% (proactiv has 2.5%) But, you have to remember, with proactiv you are actually leaving the benzoyl peroxide on your face, and it soaks in. With this clean and clear you wash it off, so even though it sounds like a high percentage it doesn't dry my face out hardly at all compared to proactiv.
June 10, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
will never stop using this!
i am only a fan of the acne solutions foaming face wash and the dramatically difference mosturizing gel. Im not sure if the gel is part of the acne solution but together they work fabulous. I havent found anything that leaves my skin feeling as clean and smooth. And.. ive tried everything =P i deffinitly reccomend making the investment
How it works as good for u!
June 8, 2008
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Aquagel)
Pros:
it really works fast!
Cons:
it can dry your skin
panoxyl is very effective! before I was going to a dermatologist for my acne but it did not work, then my friend told me to use panoxyl. without hesitation I bought one and with just one use my pimples easily dried up..=)
Pros:
got rid of most of my major pimples after just 2 uses, gave my skin a healthy glow