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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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August 28, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Cons:
It does dry out your skin .. and if you have nice towels it bleaches them so make sure you dry your face on a towel you don't care for. I have ruined a lot of expensive towels.
My Step son and I both use it and love it. The product contains Benzoyl peroxide so knowing that you should know that it is going to dry your skin out. I would recommend only using it once a day and then stop using it for a day or so if you become too dry. I mean that is what the package says... come on people READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. All in all I love it, my black heads, large pores, and acne are gone. I am 29yrs old and have been fighting acne my whole teenage life and up into almost my 30's. The lotion is all I use and it is only $5. at Walmart I put it on before I got to bed and sometimes I wear it under my make up.
August 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
none
Cons:
im 33 years old.it did nothing for me!
dont bother
August 27, 2009
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
keeps acne from developing
Cons:
wont get rid of acne, maks skin extra dry, makes face red.
this works for teens that are just going through puberty, but other than that it's pointless.I used to use the cleanser and the pads when i was younger and it worked wonders, but now it just messed up my skin.BUT now i turned to aveda 4 step soulution, expensive, but worth it it made my skin clear it didnt dry out the skin and made you gllow and poreless.!!
August 26, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
Unlike some of the others, I have been using this product for many years.ordered probably 50 bottles or so over probably nine years. This product COMPLETELY changed my complexion, everyone notices. It added the element of MOISTURE instead of DRYING..
Cons:
None, absolutely none
Best complexion product out there, I know because I have tried them all over forty years..
August 26, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I didn't get in pros from this product
Cons:
Didnt work at all in fact my face is worse than its ever been
I've been using this product for a month now and have not seen any clearing in my acne. My face is worse than ever. I have zits in places i've never had them before. Overall i would not recommend this product to anyone
August 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The only item that has ever worked for my skin. I am and just discovered I am allergic to salicylic acid and sulfur topical products. Proative 3 step program is all benzoyl peroxide, which saved my skin from 8 months of pure hell.
Cons:
Can be a little pricey, but worth it. I'd rather not have a lot of $ in my pocket then have a ton of acne on my face.
It worked and works for me, I'm a believer. After putting my face literally through 8 months of hell, of redness, peeling, tenderness, burning, etc. I love this product it has saved my face and my sanity! P.S. A little goes a long way people.
August 25, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I notice a difference the first day, it really does dry out my black heads.
Cons:
Wish the reparing lotion has spf in it already instead of wearing another mosterizer w/ spf.
I'm a makeup artist so having beautiful skin is a must, this really helps my face and i would recommend it to others. Plus i bought it @ Target for $17, great price!
August 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
This prodruct was affordable, it also started working within the first few days of application. Works really well to reduce redness.
Cons:
You have to be really be consistent or else it won't work. Can dry your skin out. Can be along process in the morning.
I tried Proactiv when I was younger but I wasn't consistent so it never worked for me. A few months ago my acne got really bad (Nodular Acne) so I decided to give it another shot. Ever since I have been using it morning and night very consistently it's been working amazing for me! If you find it makes your skin peel or you get irritated try using the repairing lotion only every second day.. But still use the cleanser and toner daily. Keep in mind that at first it will make you break out more, but keep using it... this is what the product does. Just keep being consistent and you will see results. If not their is a 60 day money back guarentee!
August 25, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It works!
Cons:
No major cons. The soap doesn't smell that great, but you get used to it.
I've been using the scrub and the soap for over a year. I do better with benzoyl peroxide-based products than anything else (salicylic acid does nothing for me), and I don't find BP too drying. I started with the regular strength scrub, but the results started to diminish, I switched to the Kick A** formula and have continued to have good results with it. My acne is mostly hormonal, and it's never completely gone, but the Clear & Smooth products keep it under control better than anything I've ever used. I especially love the soap, which leaves no residue at all and makes my skin feel wonderful. Highly recommended if you can tolerate benzoyl peroxide.
August 24, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
It actually works, skin feel very soft
Cons:
Step One does not remove all dirt and makeup
I had pretty light acne, but this worked better than any prescription medicine I've been on. And I have very very very sensitive skin. This was perfect, my skin is not as oily anymore and already after almost two weeks I have not had one blemish. I love it, I feel clean and fresh after using it and I'm always excited to do so.
Pros:
It really works ... My blackheads are gone and so is my acne.