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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 7, 2019
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Good potential, impossible transition. Maybe later?
I tried Carley's based on the great overall acne.org review rating, and what I learned after looking at their ingredients and approach. But, it didn't work out for me. I think that my skin is going to need a while hidden from view to make the switch from a conventional benzoyl peroxide regimen to Carley's products, or just a loooooong transition period of sloooowly phasing down my BP regimen and phasing up Carley's, over a couple months--something that I'm not going to be able to do anytime soon. I'm a very very veery natural and holistic-health person, but I swallowed the proverbial pill and got on BP in order to get consistently clear enough to a) do atrophic scar treatments (in the past, I would break out badly after microneedling); and b) move and interview for new jobs and make new friends. Once clear on BP, I thought, 'Ok, now I can go back to my healthy natural cosmeceuticals, and Carley's seems good.' But, no, that was a mistake. I really like the ingredients and what they're doing, but right now I have to return everything because I started to break out worse than ever while I was on Carley's, so I had to stop.
Once I started to break out, I read many, many of the 1-star acne.org reviews for the Industrial Strength KickA** scrub, to see what other people were experiencing -- a lot of people complained of getting tons of small hard red little bumps all over, about 7-14 days in. That is exactly what happened to me; so it seems there's a consistent type of skin response out there. The first 14 days were perfectly fine for me, but then literally overnight, the bumps and stinging started. The bumps were so dense and sudden, it felt like a rash. But, I don't think I'm allergic to BP, because I've been on a Face Reality BP regimen for a while. I don't think I'm allergic to any of the herbs or oils in the scrub, because I've either used them before or am familiar enough with them to not suspect them as problems. I didn't think I'd get a purge period, because my skin was already really clear from BP. So, I really don't know what caused the breakout. Perhaps it was the sudden use of oils and ph 7 products after using no oils and ph 5-ish products for so long?
So I got a million little superficial bumps on my forehead, temples, ear area, neck, and jaws, and eventually they spread more toward the center of my face on on my back and chest too. I stopped the Kickass and just used the natural soap for a couple days, to see if the bumps would go down; they just stayed put, no real change. Then I added in the sample of the MSM cleanser they sent for a few days, and that seemed to be having some effect, but not enough to take hold; my skin was responding really inconsistently day to day. I know that skin needs more time to get used to a new product, but I quit all Carley's after 20 days, because the bumps were starting to grow, and I couldn't risk them all turning into cysts, because that would have been a horrorshow. So, I went back to my BP regimen, and now I'm almost completely cleared up again after 4 days back on that. Phew!!!!
I am keeping the Sea Buckthorn / Rose Otto / Broccoli moisturizer (I think it's the "anti-aging / acne prone moisturizer"?) , because I like the ingredients a lot. I little does go a long way. I'm hoping (fingers crossed) that I can incorporate it into my BP regimen to help nourish my skin, since it gets pretty dull looking with BP over time. It's non-comedogenic too, according to the long list of comedogenic ingredients that Face Reality programs tell you to avoid.
September 23, 2019
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
8 years and going strong
I have everyone in my life using these products. I have a skin condition that makes me develop cystic acne yet I have dry skin. My routine is now: AM: cleanser or warm water, sometimes micellar water, BP. PM: cleanser, occassionally AHA (but I haven't used that in awhile, returning to it with my next order). I never need moisturizer (unheard of for a person with dry, flaky skin) but I do use some eye cream. I still get blackheads and will get a pimple if I get lazy with treatment.. but those take less effort to clear than cysts. I also discovered pimple patches which also help when I feel certain spots starting to get clogged. I especially love the gentle cleanser.
August 28, 2019
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
2.5% doesn't work for me, need 10%
I switched from using 10% for years believing this would be gentler on my skin. Boy was I wrong. I am a 50 year old male with cystic acne on my nose and chin. It was well under control using 10%. Took about a week of using this for it to recur. After a month it was horrible. Took about a week or 2 using the 10% again to get it back under control. 2.5% isn't enough for everyone.
August 5, 2019
Product used: The Regimen
It works
It's pretty simple: This is the only treatment that has ever worked for me. If I am religious about it (2x a day every day) and keep good habits (fresh pillowcases daily, don't touch face, drink lots of water), my skin is consistently basically clear (or gets there in a couple weeks). It's not cheap, but it's well worth it.
July 29, 2019
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Ruined my skin
I've never not been able to leave the house because of how bad my acne was, today that changed. I woke up after the first week of using this product with inflamed acne on my forehead, cheeks, nose, and cheek. Normally I don't get acne on my nose but ever since using this product I've noticed a steady increase in acne. I'm so embarrassed and school starts in less than a week. My acne has never been this abundant, painful, and large and I have no idea how to treat it. Do not but Proactive if you have sensitive skin, your skin will peel off in clumps, your acne will increase, and your skin will turn bright red from inflammation. I've never been so embarrassed in my life, I can't even wear makeup because my skin just peels off whenever I try to blend concealer over it. I was so excited to go out this weekend and now I am stuck inside.
July 21, 2019
Product used: The Regimen
Good products but non suitable packaging
My box arrived crushed, the products had opened and poured into the box. So I had less product and it was disappointing. The containers should be more suitable, especially for international transport. Otherwise I used this kit for 1 month and I was surprised at its effectiveness I would recommend it!
June 29, 2019
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Prescribed by Dermo
I was prescribed this by my dermatologist every morning to try and clear my mild but very stubborn acne. He suggested using this every morning because I use Tretinoin cream every night and the benzoyl peroxide make the cream less effective when used together. I have seen absolutely no difference in my skin other than the fact that I am as red as a lobster after using this and my skin is extremely dry. I would not suggest
June 22, 2019
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Absolutely amazing
I've been using this product once daily for about a month now. Before I started this, I had moderate to severe acne. Today, I'm so happy to say I only got one new pimple, and it's not even nearly as deep in the skin as my acne used to be.
My skin is slowly recovering from the months of horrible acne I had, and I have a lot of hyperpigmentation. Now that my acne is lessening thanks to the acne.org benzoyl peroxide treatment, I've just purchased their AHA glycolic acid product as well. I hope that'll help with the hyperpigmentation for the time being before I begin adding other treatment(s) for it.
I'm going to also add my current skincare routine as a reference for what is personally helping my skin. As a note, I have mildly sensitive, dry skin.
AM
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
Acne.org Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream
Sunscreen (changing around, currently using Elta MD UV Pure Spf 47, don't really recommend it though)
PM
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
(Going to begin using benzoyl peroxide twice daily)
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream
June 20, 2019
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
AMAZING
I was so afraid of trying the three step treatment. I bought the the cleanser peroxide and moisturizer and when i got it I was so afraid. I still have yet to use the cleanser but What my personal routine is use a gentle skin cleanser like cetaphil then apply the benzoyl. YOU HAVE TO WORK UP TO A LARGE AMOUNT. I started out using tiny amounts of benzoyl once a day at night and now i use it morning and night and im up to a marble size amount. I use it like a lotion and then moisturize. Works wonders. Will be using the cleanser soon to clear up small red marks but all my dark spots and pimples are gone!!!
June 13, 2019
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Proactive is nothing compared to this!
I've been using this treatment for 5 years now and the only thing i regret is spending my money on other products that never worked. My skin feels great!
Try dr sebage vitamin c powder for your acne scars, it really works.