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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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January 9, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
DOES NOT WORK PERIOD.
My boyfriend brought it and i had two pimples after a pretty hard New Year and thought i would give it a crack....WELL THANKS TO PROACTIVE I HAVE BLOODY ACNE NOW..i have never had so many pimples in my life - i have like thousands of bumps under my skin and big red juicy ones that i have NEVER had before....i am absolutely GUTTED. I am off to the doctor tonight to see what he can prescribe me to make this go away!!!! I wish i can turn back the clock - i defiantly wouldnthave put that sh*t on my skin if i knew i would look like a do now!! I HAVE ONLY BEEN USING IT 4 DAYS!!!!!!!!
January 9, 2008
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
GOES ON CLEAR
GOES ON EASILY
ABSORBS QUICK
Cons:
SHIPPING
WORKS GREAT, I PUT IT ON 5 MIN LATER I CANT TELL ITS THERE AND IM READY FOR SCHOOL
January 9, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
They let me return it!
Cons:
The benzoyl peroxide
I found out the hard way that I am allergic to benzoyl peroxide. The first time I used this product, I really like the way it made my skin feel... it felt really clean. It burned a little, but I thought that was normal. The next day, I woke up with a horrible, horrible rash all over my face. I had a billion bumps on my forehead, cheeks, chin, everywhere. So, if you are the least bit sensitive to the BP, I don't recommend this product. My friend uses it and it works wonders for her... but it's definitely not for everybody!!!
January 9, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
its works in a matter of days i highly recommend this product over any other acne treatment because it works faster than anything ive ever used
Cons:
it smells great
use it if you must
January 8, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
the cream goes on easy and absorbs into the skin without too much of that ridiculous clowny white film left behind.
Cons:
dries out the skin like crazy and smells horrible
i've been using the product for about a week and have noticed some slight improvements here and there.my skin is actually super oily and so the cream dries up the oily look to some extent.the only down side is that the drying effect seems to work a little too well,to the point that the skin has started cracking and peeling off,not to mention the look of cherry tomato!!the main thing to remember is to moisturize!!! drying skin could make acne worse since the sebaceous glands tend to produce more oils to compensate.skin types are different so give it a shot and hope for the best
January 8, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Works rather well! I can see results overnight.
Cons:
Drys out your skin, and burns your face with water hits it (is this only me?)
DO NOT USE if you have sensitive skin unless you are that damn desperate.
January 7, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleans your face
Cons:
Pricey, Time consuming, Iritating, Harsh on skin, Doesnt clear acne
I have been using proactiv for about 3 years now and it seemed like every time i missed washing i would break out. Soon my face was again covered with acne and scars. My frieind told me to stop using it because she said it just makes things worse, and sure enough, now that i am using just a regular body wash to wash my face, my skin has cleared immensley. Dont fall for their scam, waste of time and money.
January 7, 2008
Product used: Benzac AC (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Pros:
Great cleanser, that really made a difference to my skin! Cheap compared to Proactiv. The ONLY BP cleanser on the Australian market worth buying.
Cons:
Side effects of BP, which are easily controlled.
This is a great cleanser, and since I bought it last time they've changed the formulation, yay! The first time I bought Benzac AC it was a watery liquid with a few grains in it, now it's a creamy cleanser with no exfoliating grains in it, which makes it much more agreeable to the skin. Still, the 5% can be difficult to tolerate if you have sensitive skin so I've mixed it half and half with my Paula's Choice cleanser (a line I highly recommend too, BTW). The difference to my skin was almost immediate. Highly recommended.
January 7, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Umm... They send it to you? Works. Moisturiser is actually a really great product!
Cons:
Fragrance, initial irritation, directions for cleanser are just plain WRONG, joining the "club". If your skin can handle it, Benzoyl Peroxide really does work, but there's no need to buy Proactiv unless you're too lazy to do some research.
I've just canceled my subscription to Proactiv, not because it doesn't work, it's just you can get similar products without the ongoing credit card charges, that are less irritating, for less money. Cleanser - do not follow the directions!! This will irritate your skin. 30 seconds max! Using a BP cleanser has made a MASSIVE difference to my skin, but I knew that even before I bought Proactiv. Toner - contains an AHA, this is actually a good alcohol free toner, but the fragrance is really unnecessary. After this, I will actually add an AHA to my skincare routine. "Repairing" Lotion - a straight up 2.5% strength BP preparation, nothing special about this. In fact, if you have reasonably bad skin (like me), 2.5% isn't really strong enough and won't make much of a difference. Mask - OK product, if you break out when using masks, avoid them altogether. Better ingredients than Sulfur. Moisturiser - I actually highly recommend this! My skin looks great for the first time in two decades!!!!!
January 7, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
REALLY GO0OD. I US3D iT FOR 2 DAYz N MY FACE iS ALM0ST COMPLETELY CLEAT
Cons:
NUTTiN
MY ACNE ISNT BAD, BUT NOW THAT I USE IT, I HARDLY BREAK OUT
Pros:
NOT ONE DAMN THING!