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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November 23, 2017
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
best acne treatment
I've tried every formulation of benzoyl peroxide acne medication available, but I must say dermalmd serum does work quickly. Rather than as a spot treatment, I use it all over my face, concentrating on problem areas. A couple of cystic bumps that would have been there for weeks are almost gone after 4 days of use! No excess dryness using once per day. Wondering if it's due to the inclusion of citric acid? Whatever the reason, I'm impressed so far.
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November 20, 2017
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Amazing Product

I had moderate cystic acne since late middle school despite adopting an extremely healthy diet and drinking a lot of water. I started using this about 3 years ago because I was sick of prescribed treatments which would only work for a short period of time. Right away it decreased the inflammation and redness on my face. However, it does take a while to see the full effect- about month and a week to be specific (for me). The slow process didn't bother me because I did see a steady improvement over the 5 weeks. My skin has remained completely clear except the occasional blemish around my time of menstruation. I do not use the full amount that it says to because my skin remains clear and less dry with half the amount. My skin is no longer oily and it can get dry sometimes, but overall my skin has gotten use to the drying nature of the product and is not flaky anymore. I would like to note that I do not use the rest of the regimen; instead I use Dr. Bronner's almond & hemp soap to wash my face and Alaffia powerful neem facial moisturizer (day) and Earth Mama baby non-scents lotion (night) to moisturize after the acne.org treatment. This is nothing against the cleanser and moisturizer of the acne.org regimen- I've never tried them, but my way is more natural. I do use the AHA and jojoba and I love them.

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November 17, 2017
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Swelling and rash
I have been using regimen for 3 days now and the area below my left eye is swollen and red. My whole face is covered with rash and very irritated. I am not sure if this is a normal response to BP or should I stop using it. Please help. Thank you
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November 10, 2017
Product used: Walgreens (Maximum Strength Benzoyl Peroxide Gel)
Dried out my face and left a rash.
I suggest using this ONLY on the blemishes/ acne spots. It will hecka dry out your skin. I used it and I guess I spread too much and it's dashing out my chin area. I like the product. It works well with acne but I now have dryness :( use a good moisturizer after I beg of you.
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November 1, 2017
Product used: Acnecide (Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel)
great...for 3 months
this was a life saver for me in summer when in my twenties i had mild (clogged pores and redness) come back in to my life after years of being skin free. This did the job for me and i noticed changes with in about 2 weeks giving me very glowy looking skin. however i did notice that if i put it high up on my cheekbones and went to sleep i woke up with quite puffy eyes- however this didn't bother me as my skin was clear! it could be quite drying in places tho so i teamed this with a cetaphil cleanser and seemed to be on to a winner. after a few months i started to become complacent and used it once every 3 nights instead of every night. about a month later my skin was worse than ever- with tiny wee spots appearing on my forehead for the first time in my life. I've now gone back to the doctor and have been given DUAC once daily gel which i believe might do the same thing (great for a few months and then start to repel). if this doesn't work i will have to try oral antibiotics.
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November 1, 2017
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Not happy
I have found this review online - [link edited out] and really thought its an honest review.. I tried Acnefree and it was a wast of money -
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October 18, 2017
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Hyperpigmentation
I used the system about 3 months last year and got very smooth skin but extereme discoloration. I got dark eye bags, darkened acne marks, every little indentation or elevation on my faces looked very different from the skin around it. I felt like a monster...but with smooth skin. I quit using the system. Weekly glycolic acid perls, noxema, and fade cream are working for me now. I wish I could upload a pic. I know the maker says it doesn't cause hyperpigmentation but for me it did
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January 20, 2018
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October 16, 2017
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Acne Vanishing Treatment Cream)
meh.
used this once with high hopes but it didn't really affect my spots-wouldnt recommend :/
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September 21, 2017
Product used: ZAPZYT (Maximum Strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Gel)
Amazing product
The best acne treatment I've spend a lot of money in gels, soaps, etc. But when I found zapzic I started to recommend it. Great product. El mejor tratamiento para El acne, yo habla gastado mucho dinero en gels, jabones, etc. Pero cuando encontre zapzic yo empezo a recpmendarlo. Grande producto.
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September 14, 2017
Product used: Quinoderm ((5% or 10%) Benzoyl Peroxide and (0.5%) Potassium Hydroxyquinoline Sulfate Cream)
Hopeless for me
Didn't like this product at all. Being 10% strength I thought I'd get some kind of result but all it seemed to do was burn and tingle (which I usually take as a good sign - must be doing something) but no - I had sore skin and STILL had spots. Didn't stop the flaking that I get either. I thought I'd try it on individual spots instead as people had said it worked really well if you did that. Nothing, just didn't do anything at all lol Anyway I'm glad it works for some people. Worth a go obviously but my spots weren't having any of it! ☹️
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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 realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

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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.
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