Acne.org Products
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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December 10, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Persa-Gel 10, Maximum Strength)
Cons:
Dries your face if you dont use a moisturizer
Essentially,
I used this product about a year ago and it worked no problem and kept me clear for about 8 months. All of a sudden it quit working and nothing would work, so I switched and kept switching items. I then went to the extreme and ordered proactiv (what a mistake that was!). My face broke out after a weeks use of that crap, apparently I wasn't the only one. After that I went back to this product and it does the trick everytime!!! I am so happy. I can now walk in confidence and not have to hide it! Especially being in the military does require you to be at your best.
December 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None.
Cons:
I used the product twice. My skin dried out quickly. Soon, I started noticing small bumps on my neck. The next day my face was red, dry, hot, and itchy. Then my face got extremely dry and started to peel.
Do not use w/o testing on small portion of skin
December 7, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Cheap, goes on quickly, WORKS!!!
Cons:
causes dry/flaky skin, gives me "raccoon eyes"
Alright so this stuff is amazing, I finally have clear skin! The only issues are that it makes my skin red dry and flaky.. I fix that with Dans moisturizer (Thanks dan!) but it gives me big bags under my eyes. I look like a raccoon, LOL. Not the product's fault though, it's mine. I always seem to accidentaly get some BP around my eyes. So avoid the eye area and this stuff works GREAT!
December 6, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
goes on smooth, good price, good amount, doesnt dry out skin
Cons:
looks horrible under make up, takes a long time to work, wasnt effective for me at all.
I was so excited when i saw everyones review and how much they all loved it. The first night I put it on it burned a little but hey so does everything else. I woke up the next morning and my pimples were BRIGHT red. and SOOO dried out i think I had an allergic reaction or something. didnt really work for me.. so i guess i have to kepp trying different things. try at your own risk i guess.
December 5, 2007
Product used: Brevoxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (4% or 8%) Creamy Wash)
Pros:
great w/ the cleanser! clears the face after 2 months....face is not oilly and it WORKS!
Cons:
price
Buy it and after about 2 months ur face will get used to it and ur face will clear up. It's great and it lasts long! The creamy texture is very strong and it's worth it.
December 3, 2007
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Cheap
Works nicely
Clean tingle
Cons:
May be too drying for sensitive skin
My boyfriend has been using this stuff for months, after years of searching for a good face wash to clear up his skin. His skin looks bright and beautiful now, in conjunction with a Salicylic acid moisturizer, he is completely clear.
December 3, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
nice scent
Cons:
remotely expensive, charges credit card monthly without notif.
There's so much hype about this system that people are like, "oh i don't worry about it any more, i just started using proactiv," the next day BAM, huge zit. Just because they get celebrities to advertise for them, doesnt mean it works, they're only in it for the money obv.
December 3, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
works great
Cons:
None
Its a great product
December 2, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
SOFTER SKIN, NO DEAD SKIN CELLS
Cons:
MORE BREAK OUTS, ALL OVER MY FOREHEAD THIS USE TO BE THE ONLY PLACE I DIDNT GET BREAKOUTS.
I TRIED THIS PRODUCT 2 YEARS AGO AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED. MY BOYFRIEND USES IT AND IT WORKS GREAT FOR HIM, SO I THOUGHT I WOULD TRY IT AGAIN BUT THE SAME THING HAPPENED SO I'M DONE WITH THIS PRODUCT. I KNOW THIS SOUNDS HARSH BUT THE ONLY THING THAT HAS EVER TRULY WORKED FOR ME IS STAYING AWAY FROM POP, EXERCISING AND, USING A MILD CLEANSER LIKE NOXEMA AND RUBBING ALCOHOL. I HAVE HEARD THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE SAY THAT JUST THE PROACTIV CLEANSER ITSELF WORKS BUT I'M NOT GOING TO RISK IT.
December 1, 2007
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Wonderful product and at a very inexpensive price! I give much praise to the maker's!
Cons:
None
I was skeptical at first, to purchase this product and for the first month or so, I did not see many results. I would send emails and ask the company what the deal was. They always responded right back and they told me to just give it time. At first, I broke out a little but it has been all good from there. I saw results shortly after the first month. I love this product and I have ordered it several times, including the soap, lotions, moisturizers! Previously I had used Extra Strength proactive for 3 years and it worked great but it completely stopped working and i was back at square one, I was so let down and frustrated. If you have tried it all, try this product, just give it a month or so and if you're not satisfied, they will completely refund your money....can't beat that! Try it, you won't be sorry!
Pros:
I love the product, I already see a difference and the pimples have gone down only after a few days.