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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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January 2, 2008
Cons:
The night lotion does leave skin feeling tight, but I usually find that it's gone once I wake up.
With any medication you try, you should always give it time. Consistency produces the best results. I use to have moderate-severe acne, and now my face is completely healed.
December 31, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Worked for me a few years ago and went back to it recently because nothing else works as well for my skin. Very affordable.
Cons:
Hurts if you get it in your eyes or even just near them so be careful!
I only use it around the areas where I break out then wipe it off with a cloth before rinsing with water. I find that this is the best way to avoid getting any in my eyes and also since I have dry skin, I am only treating the areas where I get acne and not the entire face. Also, I don't know if this is only in Canada, but the BP content is 5% (as opposed to 10%). 10% seems a bit much.. This product worked for me as a teen and now I'm in my 20s and I have returned to it and am quite happy with it.
December 31, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The product really works if used everyday as with any other product.
Cons:
Not OTC
PROACTIV is not for everyone with acne. That is why they give you a 30 day trial. The product contains benzoyl peroxide which certain people just cannot use. It is just the same as going back and forth to the dermatologist until they can get something that works for you as some dermatologist can give you something the first time. It is just a give or take. You win some and you loose some.
December 31, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
NONR
Cons:
This stuff really sucks. It is just a bunch of bull. Don't waste your money.
do not buy this product. i recommend it to no one. it sucks and makes you break out even more.
December 29, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
At first, my skin felt really soft and looked clearer the first two days I used the product.
Cons:
I have used the product for two mths now and this week my skin looks horrible. I have developed large painful cyst-like bumps on my jawline.
Save your money. Go to the dermotologist and leave proactiv to Vanessa Williams and Jessica Simpson.
December 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smells good, cleanser removes dead skin cells, repairing lotion is so smooth and soothing. Repairing mask gets rid of imflammed pimples overnight.
Cons:
Expensive. Made my skin break out SO much more and hasn't improved at all.
It only works on some skin. I have several friends that sware by it and it has worked so well for them. However for me, it has not. I have dark acne scars from where the pimples were that I got when Proactiv was 'purging' my skin. I still use the cleanser now but i'm going back on my retin-a micro. It's a trial and error product so I would only try it as a last resort.
December 28, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Pros:
I have noticed that it is helping my chin, which errupted with whiteheads about two weeks ago. I have very oily skin around my chin area and it doesn't seem to be having too much a drying effect on me.
Cons:
Its consistency is thicker than Clearsil Ultra Gel (10% BP).
BP has always had its place in treating my acne and this brand is effective.
December 28, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
stops acne from developing
Cons:
makes skin VERY DRY and itchy.
It works but after a week my skin got very dry and itchy. The lotion doesn't even mosturize it makes the skin dry! Not cool.
December 27, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It has always gotten pretty rave reviews and if you have a certain skin type it works.
Cons:
An esthetician (sorry if i spelled that wrong) once told me that it basically peels of your layer of skin, removing the acne. Which seems kind of grusome to me. She also told me that it really only works if you have a certain type of acne/skin.
If you're lucky, it'll work. But for me, and a lot of other people, it hasn't.
December 26, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Works really well for oily skin, made my T-Zone look better after just two uses. I like the packaging and the products felt nice going on my skin.
Cons:
I have combination skin and my cheeks are usually dry. After only one use, they felt oddly bumpy and warm. I foolishly put it on my cheeks a second time, and now they are burning hot and red, and irritated. I would use ONLY on seriously oily skin!
I am probably going to return this product. I was hoping to use it to clear up my occasional T-Zone blemishes (since the Clinique counter lady said I could) but obviously it is made for much oilier, acne prone skin. I probably could have used it when I was a teenager instead of Accutane, because it seems to be pretty effective so far.
Unfortunately, it seems to really irritate my sensitive/combination skin. My face does better with my $20 bottle of Biore than it does with this $90 package.
Pros:
It produces results! The cleanser gives a clean, refreshed feeling. The day/night lotions are easy to apply, and smell great. It prevents breakouts, and it leaves skin looking smooth and flawless. And, the most important part, it eliminates acne.