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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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October 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Doesn't Work
I tried ProActive for a few months on and off for probably about 3 years. It did nothing. Maybe for a week my acne would slow, but it would come right back the next week. It sucks that I wasted so much money on such a usesless product.
October 5, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
smells good
Cons:
it made my face worst,leaving me with more blackheads and whiteheads than ever before. i have tried using other products like Murad (boo!) but it only made my face worst i went to proactive.it seems like my face is used to it and wont accept others.
its frustrating...my face is so dependant on it but yet makes me breakout even more.
October 5, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smells nice and it isn't too harsh on the skin. The exfoliating cleanser felt nice. The green tea moisturizer smells REALLY good and feels nice.
Cons:
Didn't work for me.
My cystic acne stayed the same. Didn't get worse, didn't get better. I'm on doxycycline and benzaclin now and it has worked wonders. I would really recommend that for people having trouble. GO TO A DOCTOR. They can assess your skin and make the best choice for your situation. 'One size fits all' does not apply to skin care!
October 4, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
reduces oily and greasy skin starts working pretty quickly
Cons:
after about a week new acne flarred up and is now bugging the he** out of me.
This is a great inexpensive product that is a bang for your buck.im hoping it will have better results as time goes on .
October 3, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
Pros:
The tingling sensation you get as you feel it working
Cons:
It made it worse!
if you have sensitive skin STAY AWAY! I used it for the few pimples I did have and I turned into a raging hormonal Teenager!
**TEST SAME AREA FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE YOU USE**
September 30, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Brand name, nicely packaged, three different types of face wash.
Cons:
Irritable to skin-- causes itchy, red, and burning.
As soon as I started to use this product my face gradually turned bright red throughout the day. I don't know if I'm personally allergic to a chemical in their cleanser, but my entire face was beat red, itchy, and burning. I had to go to a doctor who recommended aloe vera. I use Clinique makeup and it's great, so I really don't know why this product didn't work for me-- Clinique is supposed to be a pretty high-end cosmetic brand and I was extremely disappointed with the 3-step acne care system. I got my 60$ back immediately after. So, be sure to check the ingrediants before purchase and warning for those with sensitive skin: be careful!
September 29, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Cleared one side of my face up for two weeks but then...
Cons:
this product DESTROYED my face. It gave me blackheads on my cheeks, horrible dry and flaky skin and worst of all lots of deep painful pimples.
My face will never be the same as it was after using this product. I have been off of it for 2 years, and onto something that has cleared my pimples. However, I am left with forever-lasting scars on both sides of my cheeks. I rarely feel confident anymore about myself, and my blackheads on my cheeks are still there. They are only slowly going away now with the regular use of glycolic acid. I hate hate HATE this product with a passion.
Do NOT buy.
September 28, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
toner smells good...
sulfer mask seems to work a little
Cons:
everything else!!
it dried out my skin really bad... especially around the "T-zone" and under my eyes.. felt like i had alligator skin or something
i used it for about a year...
my skin got better at first, but towards the end it just made it worse for some reason!
and the kit was leaving my face REALLY oily and felt like the stuff didnt even sink into my face... dont waste your money,those damn infomercials trick you, did u notice that jessica simpsons already HAD nice skin?? so why the hell would she need proactive?!
September 28, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
clearer skin in just a few days
Cons:
skin feels a little dry after, but it gets better.
love it
September 25, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It makes my skin feel clean and clears up my acne
Cons:
It takes a few weeks and some parts of my face get dry and flakey. A little pricey.
I use the cleanser, toner, and repairng lotion as directed. Works like a charm but it takes a good 3 weeks to get rid of my existing problem areas and clear any on-comers. I use a dermalogic moisturizer when some area get dry and flakey. I thought about trying the Proactiv brand but haven't yet. I hate paying almost $50 per month but my skin breaks out again if I do not use it. Bottom line = I've been happy and not ashamed of my face.
Pros:
None