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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 29, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
Dries skin
I would definitely recommend this product. I am 40 yrs old w/ combination skin & still having break outs. I tried a lot of products but this one is the best. It cleared up my pimples in under a week, plus I never had a break out since I started using this, it really made wonder on my skin. Plus the price is great. Keep it up Clear & Clean :-)
October 28, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Severe Acne 24 Hour Clearing System)
Pros:
it cleared up some of my acne for about 3 days
Cons:
after about a week my breakout got worse. i had hard pimples that formed deep in the skin and when they would pop they would bleed and were painful. this product was also very drying to the face. my skin is not very sensitive
This product was not for my combo type skin.
October 25, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
it works!
Cons:
smell takes some getting used to
skin becomes uncomfortably tight
First, let me just get this out of the way-- those of you who just get a couple pimples here and there, or simply wish your pores were cuter, this product was not made for you, and you shouldn't be using it! This is a fairly heavy duty product. I am 31 and my skin was great in high school. In college it started to get worse, and for the past year it's been worse than ever. We're talking big, painful, itchy, humiliating zits that spawn and scar like crazy. I've been resisting trying something like this because I generally prefer to go the natural route-- but tea tree oil/etc. just was not working. Nothing was working. After 10 days, my skin has completely cleared. The scars are still there of course, but I can touch my face and it doesn't hurt. Yes, it's drying-- that's how this stuff gets the job done. I skip the lotion every few days and use regular moisturizer instead to alleviate the flakiness, plus drink lots of water and eat plenty of citrus, nuts, etc. Will definitely be getting this product again.
October 12, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Control Kit)
Pros:
it doesn't smell bad it is smooth when is being applied.
Cons:
it irritates the skin really bad
i wouldn't use it again
October 12, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Renewing Cleanser)
Pros:
It works it does a good job and really smooths out your skin..
Cons:
It irritates your skin for the first time you use it like the first week.
It works if you follow with the remaining steps of the 3 step systems and benzoyl peroxide specifically goes after acne and it kills is so i recommend to use it because if your patient and keep pushing it will pay off and use it every day because it s a routing that builds up to attack your bad skin
October 9, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Money back no matter how much you used
Cons:
dries skin
does not work
expensive
small bottles
I used this product for a month and a half. it sucked ! I was so happy that my acne would go away...but it turned out to be a big disappointment. It dried out my skin really bad. And when I stopped using it, it made my face break out really bad. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY !!!!!!
September 28, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
- Smells amazing (I love the smell of mint)
- Leaves a tingling sensation afterward
- Does not use salicylic acid (hard to find in normal individual acne washes, and I'm allergic to it)
- Dries out my oily skin
Cons:
- Probably would be overly drying for people without oily skin
I love, love, love this cleanser for the price. Most people thing the smell is too strong and it dries their skin out, but for someone who absolutely adores mint and has extremely oily skin that simply does not dry no matter what, this is a PERFECT cleanser. The price is great and works better for me than most expensive products. I will continue to use this cleanser along with their persa-gel. (My skin is so oily I can use one after the other up to three times a day and not notice a drying effect. I always moisturize afterward though with Cetaphil.)
September 26, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
-Reduces oiliness of skin.
-Reduces break-outs
- Decreases inflammation
Cons:
- May cause dryness and itching of skin
I've been persrcibed BP for a few years now, and it has worked well on me. Of course, you have to use other products such as cleansers or whatever your dermatologist recommends. Since I live in a climate where seasons change and are signigicantly different (harsh winters, hot and humid summers) I have to switch up the dosages. (winter I use BP 2.5%, summers I use 10%) So basically....this product works well when used properly.
September 18, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Good for removing oil from my hands after working on my car.
Cons:
Extremely harsh, broke me out ridiculously, it's been two months and I still havent recovered from the 2 weeks of using this product.
DON'T USE IT UNLESS YOU'RE A MECHANIC AND NEED SOMETHING TO TAKE OIL OFF YOUR HANDS. IT LITERALLY STRIPS ALL MOISTURE FROM THEM.
September 17, 2011
Pros:
clears acne
fast results
makes skin soft
Cons:
drys skin a little at first
This worked very well for me. When I first started to use it did dry out my skin so I only use it at night and just use the spf lotion in the morning. It clears acne right away only hav a few spots but barely noticeable. It makes my skin really soft. I love this product.
Pros:
Clears acne
cleans face thoroughly