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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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April 25, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
i have more pimples and expensive
my acne from the past has healed but i keep getting new ones every week. BIG ONES. but lukily the refining mask helps to shrink it down a little. still though, its too pricey and it doesn't quickly heal acne. you need a lot of patience for it.
April 21, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
worked for a few months, then...
Cons:
skin dried out, and it seems breakouts are happening again... i hope not
expensive, effectiveness of system fails over time, i am experiencing breakouts again
April 20, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Made my skin smooth.
Cons:
Didn't clear up ANY acne, just caused more. Dryed the hell out of my skin
Basically, This product works.. in a way. It makes your acne worse at first and if you have sensitive skin it dries it out. Very expensive too, I paid 66 dollars and I'm going to change up my regimen to only once a day hopefull that will stop the burning and flaking. Otherwise i suppose it's a good product I haven't particularly gotten the best from it.
April 19, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Gets Rid of PIMPLES. And It works. Love it. 10% BP All the way!
Cons:
none
Look, its main job is to get rid of pimples and it does just that. I use it once a day along with a SA cleanser, which I use 2x a day. It clears me up and gets rid of the small pimples very fast. This 10% BP job is to kill pimples and it does just that, what more can you ask for? You will red afterwords, so use a MOISTURIZER.
April 17, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
My face felt clean even though it didnt look it.
Cons:
I purchased the kit for oily skin there is too many steps and the end result was nothing my face stayed exactly the same.
I dont know what type of skin proactiv works for but its definately not oily skin. I believe the people proactiv works for are also using some type of oral medication.
April 12, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
feels like it's working, contains benzoyl peroxide, inexpensive
Cons:
the menthol is there to make you feel like it's really cleaning, but it's just a gimmick. bleaches everything. Ive ruined several shirts when it's dripped down my wrists. using in the shower when my pores are opened by the heat causes a rash for me
my husband is a pharmacist and he says that benzoyl peroxide is only useful if it stays on your skin. having it in your cleanser doesnt do anything in particlar. better to use the non medicated cleanser and the bp gel after (as per the REGIMEN). only use it if you're naked, otherwise it will make bleach spots on all your clothes. USE A WHITE TOWEL to dry your face afterwards. it will bleach and mottle your nice coloured towels.
April 12, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Very good consistency, not overdrying
good price, only has necessary ingredients
Cons:
None
Everything is A+!
April 9, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
It cleared a few pimples.
Cons:
My face was swollen to the point where I can't even smile because it would feel very uncomfortable due to the dryiness. It's overdrying and it stings like crazy!!
Didn't work for me. I'm currently using Clean and Clear 10% and it's turning out okay. I'm still waiting for Dan's gel and giving that a try.
April 8, 2007
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
Controls oil, dries blemishes fairly quickly (even the deep nodules/cysts), smooth consistency for easy application
Cons:
Very drying to the areas around my mouth and chin, doesn't completely clear or prevent my acne (which is severe), bleaches fabrics
At 23, my acne went from mild to severe within a few months of moving from OH to FL. I have tried all Rx and OTC products...my last trial of Differin/sulfur wipes/Tetracycline left me with multiple cysts on my cheeks and jawline. I stopped using everything and just used mild soap and ClearZit for the past 2 weeks. The smaller acne is now pretty much gone, and the cysts have decreased in size and frequency. No other product has worked so quickly and effectively, and it's only $1.00/tube at Dollar General! I hope that with continued use of ClearZit I won't have to spend and extra hour covering my zits before work each morning!!
April 7, 2007
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
not overdrying...i recommend leaving your face a little moist (maybe 1 minute after washing face) before putting on BP so that way it doesn't overdry and irritate the skin too much...works great ONLY if you are consist with it (morning & night)
Cons:
None
Read the Pros above^
Pros:
its easy and quick