Benzoyl Peroxide
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Benzoyl peroxide is a topical treatment that kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin, helping to keep pores unclogged.

It is usually applied once or twice a day to the acne-affected area. You should see results quickly, but sometimes it takes 4 to 6 weeks of treatment to become apparent.

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March 5, 2018
Product used: Oxy 5 (Camouflage Cream)
Love!!
I've had this stuff sitting in my draw for a year!! My acne started getting real bad and I tried so many different things. I was starting to get insecure about my skin so I looked through my makeup draw and found the cream. Put it on and over the next few days my acne actually started getting so much better whilst it was being covered up!! Only concern is that it can oxidise really quickly and it's kind of hard to blend but it's not that big of an issue to downgrade it 1 star.. highly recommend!!
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March 5, 2018
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
game changer
game changer. I had chronic acne from age 14-25 and tried just about everything. Really changed my life when I started using the acne.org regimen. Simple, and it completely cleared me up! Thank you!
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March 3, 2018
Product used: AcneFree (Terminator)
horrifying results
i used this once a long time ago, and it made my skin a little irritated so i didn't again. then, about 2 days ago, i tried it again and it was horrible. my skin broke out in hives, it started burning, it turned red and patchy, it made my acne WORSE, and it made my face swollen. i do NOT reccomend. on the product it says to not use if your skin is sensitive, but my skin has never been sensitive to any product before but this one. this pretty much ruined my skin and and made it super patchy and red. please don't attempt to use this.
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February 28, 2018
Product used: The Regimen
stay vigilant & stay clear
Finally seeing clear skin after years and years! Make sure to follow the rules and you should see results in about a month.
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February 23, 2018
Product used: Rodan + Fields (Unblemish)
don't listen to anyone who says it's bad
Ive has acne FOREVER. It was so bad that I didn't even feel comfortable walking around my house without $50-$100 foundation on my face. I tried everything, I was even on accutane and it didn't work. This stuff SAVED my face. It took a little over 60 days but my face went from horrible and red (believe me it was completely covered in every area) to the clearest Ive ever seen it. This is a real review, this stuff is amazing. You just have to let it purge on your face and then you'll see results. Be patient!! (purge means it will get the dirt out and break out your face a little more, and then clear all of it up!! this is the part most people aren't told abt, promise it goes away.) It's very expensive but worth it!! :-) I hope everyone who needs it uses this, it won't let you down.
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February 8, 2018
Product used: La Roche-Posay (Effaclar Duo)
BURNT my face raw
wow this is the worst product I have ever purchased i was recommended it by my doctor as it's reccomendrd by dermatologists and I was reading reviews and found that many others experienced the same pains I have, I used it for the first time and felt a burning on my face, I began to get used to it but then the burning was so bad and I had to remove it, now my face feels raw and burns so badly I'm in so much pain. Never. Buy. This. Product.
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February 5, 2018
Product used: Rodan + Fields (Unblemish)
16 Year Old Son.
We tried this product, It Does Not Work. Our Sons acne became two to three times worse over a two month period. This is my third post, the other two were deleted? I guess I mention something that R&F did not like?
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MommaB
April 2, 2018
I work for a cosmetic surgeon. He does not sell R&F, but I did learn something very important from him: when something causes you to break out after awhile, it’s working. Products have to break through the layers and push the funk out. When you see break outs happen after awhile, it’s because it is working. I started using a product my doctor sells. After about 6 weeks, I started breaking out like crazy. I was very vocal about my unhappiness. Two months later, my skin looked amazing. I now look back and wonder how many products I quit using because I thought “break outs” meant they were bad.
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February 4, 2018
Product used: Acnecide (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
Working
I'm using this a little over a week now and it's really resduced my acne. I am waiting to be put on accutane, so I needed something in the meantime. I bought this in Boots for 15€ and I have to say it's really working but you need to be consistent in applying it. I use it religiously every night and sometimes during the day too. It does dry out your skin but nothing major. I would recommend this and if tried lots of different treatments.
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January 30, 2018
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Wonderful at clearing up acne but I just can't make it work
it won't stop peeling me which is IMO even worse than the acne (sometimes) because people have acne all the time but I never see someone with alot of flakes on their skin
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January 27, 2018
Product used: The Regimen
Made my acne worse and resistant to products.
Prior to using the regimen, I had an all-natural skincare routine. My skin was crystal clear, except for a bunch of little whiteheads on my cheeks and occasional pimples along my hairline. I decided to buy this to clear up the whiteheads. During the first week, it broke my forehead out like CRAZY. It was gone by the next week, but my skin was insanely dry. I even tried to add jojoba oil to the moisturizer like the instructions said to, but my skin still had dry patches and felt dull and miserable. I continued to use this for about six-seven weeks, to which my skin worsened. I regret using this product so much. I stopped using it and my acne flared up, and I returned to my holistic routine. It's been about a month and my acne is more aggravated and red as ever. My skin is badly scarred and full of dark spots again. I'm so sad, it took me years to clear up my skin and now I'm back to where I started. I have oily-combo skin. PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS SYSTEM. It ruined my skin, ruined my confidence, and ruined my wallet as well.
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Finding a Doctor

The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
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Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

  • Are you board certified? Be certain that they are board certified.
  • How long have you been performing these procedures? Normally, the more experience the better, however, some younger surgeons may be more on top of the latest procedures.
  • Can I speak to some of your other patients? Ask for references for several patients who had similar scarring and speak to them about the process and their satisfaction with results.

Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
  • Your gut tells you "no": Trust your gut. If you just don't feel that the doctor is the right fit, trust that and move on. On the other hand, if you feel they are the perfect specialist for you, trust that feeling.
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