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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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August 21, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
So long to put on.
After proactiv I just did nothing. I just washed my face with cold water before I went to bed. I didn't put anything on my face and it has cleared up great. I eat all the foods I want to eat. Didn't look in the mirror either. Didn't drink that much water. Proactiv just makes your skin irritated. Just accept your face and it will clear up. Just try it for two week and it will work.
August 20, 2007
Product used: Equate (Medicated Acne Gel)
Pros:
Works well. Driew up acne
Cons:
Ruins pillow cases. There's something in the jell that when it gets on a colored pillow case it acts like bleach. Ruined several pillow cases before I realized it was from this product. How do I contact the manufacturer?
Don't use before going to bed!
August 19, 2007
Pros:
the bp in the night cream works, and i like the moisturizer.
Cons:
when combined with the salycic acid wash this product gave me even more acne then before. plus it was pretty expensive for such a little amount.
I really dont think it worked as a system but the individual products help a little.
August 17, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smelled okay.
Cons:
Stained a bunch of my bathroom towels, pillowcases, and pajamas. Was not convenient to put on during the day because it would cause my skin to look oily or greasy. Too many steps to keep up with on a daily basis, the routine just got old fast.
For some people I guess this product works miracles, but for me, it peaked the first few days then completely flatlined and stopped providing any cure after that. I don't even have severe acne, just a mild case of teenage blemishes! I expected much more because of all its hype but it wasn't worth the time or the money.
August 15, 2007
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
I really belive this stuff works.
Cons:
My skin looks leathery, and is dry! I never thought I would see the day that my skin is dry because I have oily skin. My face is peeling here and there but it doesn't look so bad when I put on some moisturizer.
The drying effect is not so bad, actually, because like I said I have oily skin. I use Clean&Clear Oil-Free moisturizer and that helps a lot. I only have mild acne to start with, mostly blackheads and whiteheads. I have breakouts every once in a while but nothing serious. I have noticed that the pores on my cheeks are getting smaller!! My skin is definitely improving. It looks smoother to me and I think that in a few more weeks it will be very clear :)
August 14, 2007
Product used: Equate (Medicated Acne Gel)
Pros:
Works good, better than salycic acid.
Cons:
none
Did anyones have a white gritty texture in there cream? I got the bottle Equate medicated acne gel.
August 14, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
This stuff works the same as the Duac my Dermatologist prescribed me. It smells the same, feels the same, and looks the same. Only, now I'm paying more than 1,000% less. This is great news for me since I'm not insured. Thanks Dan!
Cons:
Has that "smell." Not strong, but not pleasant.
Use it, use it some more, and then use it some more. This stuff will make you completely clear with consistent use! However, you must continue treatment. Since there is no cure for acne, you must continue using this until you overcome acne later in life.
August 14, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Easy to use, my skin is so soft and SMOOTH, I love to have my skin touched for the first time ever!
Cons:
Can not think of any.
I have tried many differnt products over the years. I suffer from severe acne on my neck,chest and back. This is especialy embarassing during the summer monthes. I have tried Proactive and this product was not strong enough for me. I tried the acne free system and it has changed the way I feel about myself. I use the acne free advance and I cant tell you enough how much I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!!I only wish this had been around when I was a teenager! I love to tell people about this product.
August 14, 2007
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
it clears my acne without overdrying my skin
Cons:
it took about a week before i started seeing results (the label promises three days)
it is very worth it. it works just as well as proactiv but is so much cheaper!
August 14, 2007
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
The foam facial wash works very well. I love that it leaves my face feeling soft and very clean. I have noticed that my face has cleared up since I started using the products.
Cons:
My face is very dry now.
It does work but I would not reccommend using it more than once a day, depending on how dry your skin can be you might want to use it every other day. It has worked for me, but so far my skin has improved just a little. I tend to break on my cheeks and no where else. Before I started using this produst, it wasn't really bad, but it was noticeable, especially to me....and now it has improved, but I am hoping it will be totally cleared up.
Pros:
None