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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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October 27, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Cons:
Been using this for about a month and I can't really tell if its making a huge difference. It seems to calm the skin in general, which is nice, but the bumps themselves keep popping up.
Overall, it has worked better than everything else I have tried but it is no miracle. It is definitely worth a try though because some people seem to have amazing results. I'm hoping mine is just taking time...
October 26, 2007
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Pros:
i can see some peeling effects on my acne after one week of use i hope it will clear my black heads.
Cons:
dryness and mild burns
i recomend the drug because of the testimonies am still using it and al let you know as my acne improves.
October 26, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Easy to apply, Doesn't dry out my skin considerably, Great price, Doesn't have a strong unpleasant smell, Leaves face feeling refreshed, Not as harsh as ProActiv
Cons:
Bottles bought at drug and department stores are smaller and more expensive and usually the formula is a different consistency than bottles bought at wholesale stores (sams club/costco), After using it for awhile it doesn't seem to work as well
It's worth trying. I've tried everything under the sun for my severe cystic acne, and this was the most inexpensive and efficent formula I tried. I tried ProActiv before but it left my skin red and flaky. The only downside is that over time I've noticed that it doesn't work as well, it doesn't prevent acne as well as it used to, but it makes it clear up faster. I was on an low dose oral contraceptive for awhile for my skin, and it seemed that the combination of the AcneFree and birth control worked best for me.
October 25, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None. Well they have a money back guarantee which is nice.
Cons:
Made my skin worse! It made me red. People asked if I had poison oak!
It was one of the worse products I've ever used. Everybody is different, some products work great for others. Trial and error people.
October 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None
Cons:
It doesn't work! It works for the people out there that get 1 pimple a month or 1 bad break out a year... but for the rest of us who are constantly breaking out due to hormones and everything else this ish doesn't work!
Save your money and go to a dermatologist.
October 24, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It does work! It may take more than 3 days, and you have to use as soon as you see the first signs of zits, and it does try up my zits.
Cons:
It can dry up your skin. Must use a moisturizer after applying the cream. It doesn't spread well.
I have been having some major breakouts the past few months. I tried using products from Neutrogena, tea tree oil, and the regular Clearsil acne cream...NOTHING worked! I just kept getting more zits, and it would take a week or two to go away. Finally, I decided to give Clearsil Ultra a try, mainly because it has glycolic acid (which is good for your skin). I wouldn't say it clears my skin in 3 days, but everything seems to be under control. When I see the first sign of skin erruption, I apply a thin later of the Ultra cream on it, and I know that it will go away at least in 2-3 days!
It is not the best product in the world...since it does try up my skin, but I do feel like with Clearsil Ultra, I have things under control...which is a great feeling after months of frustration!
October 24, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Cleared up my skin immidiately. Softer brighter acne-free skin now after olny 4 weeks of continous use.
Cons:
None.
It's been about 2 years that I struggled with acnes which I never had during my teenage years. In the past, I used to use an Yves Rocher oil-free lotion and it was really good with my skin but it was discontinued and I could never find a replacement for it. I tried so many different brand names, you name it: Elizabeth Arden, Lancome, Clarins, Shiseido all oil-free of course. They all cloged my pores and made my breakout worse. I even tried many different over the counter products such as Neutrogena, Olay, Aveeno (moisturizer was the worst, however I love the foaming cleanser! and to me is the best!)No help until last month that I discovered (!) this new line of clinique, Oh my God, I couldn't believe my eyes, finally something's working! So the bottom line is that whatever works well on my skin would not necessarily work for you and vice versa as I had read so many compliments about other products which never worked for me. Stick to whatever that works for your skin!
October 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Im not too sure. It didnt really get a chance to get rid of any pimples because I stopped using it because it hurt my face so much! Though the pimples did seem more enflamed after using it a few times
Cons:
I guess I put my cons in the pros. But hurt and dried out my face so stopped using after two days.
Didn't like it. It may work for some people but didnt work for me.
October 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
I really enjoyed to see my face chance by week after week. The product really works, but users needs to be loyal to the product and push themselves to use the product correctly. The renewing cleanser and repairing lotion works well.
Cons:
I think for the cost of the Toner, we should get more for the money. I would think about going to fine a toner with the same levels as the proactiv toner. Be careful with color towels while handling the cleanser on your hand, it will change color.
The product work well. After at least two months of using this product, your skin will go to a new level making you feel attractive and better to look at. Almost a feeling of being flawless! Signed CJ Goudeau of Oklahoma
October 23, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Works well when used consistently...Cleared up my moderate acne. Is very inexpensive compared to prescription topical treatments.
Cons:
Regimen is very drying. I only use cleanser and lotion once a day and toner twice. You must use oil-free moisturizer if you don't want your face to flake off using Proactiv.
I have used the product on and off for over five years now. I keep returning to the Proactiv system because it's the most cost-effective treatment I have found that limits my breakouts to once every couple of months. And the length and intensity of the breakouts is greatly reduced-I've gone from constant acne to 1 or 2 pimples for a couple of days once every 2 or 3 months.
Pros:
Big tube that lasts for a really long time, no fragrance, goes on smoothly and leaves face feeling nice afterwards