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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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May 12, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Cons:
The only con I can come up with is the three step system can be tedious and so if you can't get yourself into the habit of making sure you do all three you're not going to see as good results.
Make sure you take full advantage of the line. I use both AcneFree (on my face) and AcneFree Severe (on my back and for spot treatment). You also need to make sure you use a gentle exfoliator a few times a week--which you should be doing anyways as part of a healthy skin routine--and a moisturizer as well. The repair lotion is NOT a moisturizer and if you want to combat any dryness (which you'll get with any Benzyol Peroxide product or acne product) and flaking, you need to make sure you follow a full routine! It will also help the medicine to work more consistently.
For anyone with cysts, see about getting on something like minocycline, because those need to heal from the inside before the scars can go away.
I had very severe body acne and I needed something to clear me up for my wedding next month--AcneFree has done it for me in just a few weeks of twice a day use.
May 12, 2008
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
Works better than any other treatment I've tried and believe me that's a lot lol!!!
Cons:
Made my face extremely dry at first and smells quite bad for a little while.
Well worth trying I only use the 5% cream once a day as it dried my face too much otherwise it still works though. Nearly stopped using it after about 2 weeks as my face got bad again but I persevered and now my face is completely clear for the 1st time in 5 years. Make sure you wait a while after washing your face before applying this cream though as otherwise it stings and makes your face go red.
May 11, 2008
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
Reduced my acne considerably, easy to use
Cons:
needs to be used with RX cleansing cloths in order to be totally effective (I use Plexion cleansing cloths), cannot be worn during the day (skin cannot be exposed to sunlight wearing this product)
Excellent product - a staple in my daily regimen; best used in combination with an RX facial cleanser
May 10, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Goes on clear - it's like it was never there! Really easy to use. Much more effective than PanOxy.
Cons:
Made my face red for the first few days...but emu oil has got rid of that, so it's okay now. Oh, and shipping charges to England are a bit steep, but that isn't exactly anyone's fault.
BUY IT! Seriously, even if you have been using other BP treatments and it didn't do much, this one will. You notice the difference from the moment you start applying it.
May 9, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Clears up pimples within a few days. If i have a large zit pop up, I usually see drastic changes almost over night.
Cons:
Doesn't rub in well--I only use it at night.
Great Product! I personally love it. When I have a stubborn zit pop up, I usually put a little Tea Tree Oil on then Oxy over--my pimple usually has cleared up over night!
May 7, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
product works well. i dont really have acne, just dry skin. for those of you who have redness or iritation ask for the gental formula kit. I LOVE IT.
Cons:
i worked for proactiv a long time ago. i dont necessarily agree with some of the policies. some of the csr's are nasty, but some of the customers treat them like crap, just for doing their job. i know people dont want to listen to a million options
you have other than to cancel the accoutn, but listen up ITS THEIR JOB. they dont call you up and scream at you for doing ur job so you shouldn't do it either!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 6, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I can't think of a good thing about this product.
Cons:
This dried my face up so severely bad I had to stop using any face soap for a few days and apply moisturizer three times a day. This also didn't lather enough to do anything with. It isn't worth the cost.
Make sure that you read all the fine print. I was unaware that they would send me a new shipment every month and immediately charge my credit card. It took three weeks for them to credit me back and the representative said they would fully credit me, including reimbursing me for shipping. However when I called proactiv back, she said they weren't allowed to pay me back for shipping. This company is a rip off and they take advantage of customers. I will not buy from them again or recommend them to anybody!
May 4, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
it actually worked.
Cons:
Turned my face red for the first month.
I've used proactiv, neutrogena, vichy, oxy, & a bunch more and none have ever shown this much progress in two months than this product did in a week. I had a friend commenting within a week of using it that they could see a tiny change. Now it's been two months and I just have a small section on the sides of my face and chin compared to when it was all over my face. I use the cleanser and the treatment (different mostrizer though). I suggest anyone who is having a tough time with acne to try it and have yet to find ANYTHING that works! Just read up on how to use it. I used only a fingertip at night for the first few weeks, moved to a little more for the next few weeks, & now I use it twice a day. It also helps to flip your pillow once a day and clean it (along with sheets) often and watch out for the phone/cell phone acne. And if you have side bangs/bangs, pull them out of your face as much as you can for awhile. I'm so amazed at how much it worked and that it doesn't cost $200 to buy.
May 4, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Your face will glow. It will be incredibly smooth and beautifully toned. I love this stuff.
Cons:
Maybe just a bit expensive and you may have dry skin. (they suggest using it less frequently if so). For some people, they may feel like they have sensitive skin to the touch.
Some people, unfortunately have had some bad luck with this product.A lot of it has to do with your skin type. Some people may not get good reactions to is while others will. Sometimes you need to give it time to see it work. A few weeks isn't enough. I understand the frustrations though. Just do the 60 day trial first. I think if it hasn't satisfied you by the end of that, then you have your answer. This way, you can get your money back . I don't suggest buying the expensive stuff until you know it will work for you first. I have very sensitive skin and Proactiv actually has worked well for me. I would like to recommend it but not everyone can get the results they really want. Few do. It's all in your skin type. :)
May 3, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
this is amazing! i had a huge zit on my forehead and it gone:just 4 days later!
Cons:
smells bad but no one else will smell it but you so who cares
USE THIS!
Pros:
I've used prescription, ProActiv, dozens of expensive three step or other acne products--I saw results with AcneFree within the first week of use. I have severe body acne and AcneFree is the only product that's worked.