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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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July 1, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Did burn parts of face; mainly chin area. So decided to avoid usage there. When acne appeared it appeared in huge clusters at one side of face mainly around forehead/ear area. Far too expensive. Automated pay system is a real pain to cancel.
Automated system is a huge pain; no one picked up the phone when calling to cancel; email is the best way to go! Is quite expensive!! Using kit for two weeks now and i feel there are better products out there for moderate-severe acne sufferers. If this doesn't work for you (i.e. skin becoming greasy; try the Olay Dermo kit). The proactive smell is annoying but not dreadful. Best to share a kit (share the costs) with a friend and decide whether it works for you. Again; its is disgustingly expensive!! I wouldn't recommend to those with sensitive skin/eczema. This product works best on those with red acne scars and not those that suffer from black heads and what-not
July 1, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
After a while Proactive does work some, and gets rid of some acne spots.
Cons:
It bleaches out your skin, around PMS isent very strong, and when you have a brake out it isent very effective.
I used Provactive for 6 months, and it helped some but it i want my skin to go from ok to good, and when i have brake outs and such its not a big help. So i only recomonded for mild acne.
July 1, 2009
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
It works!
Cons:
I also purchased the Moisture Surge to combat any anticipated drying.
My skin looks better than it ever has. I've had acne for almost 20 years and I've tried a lot of different products. This one, by far, is the best for me.
July 1, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
feels right on my skin. my skin is sensitive and dry so it left it feeling just right and not dry which I found Interesting.
Cons:
They only give you a small amount in the kit so it makes it a bad deal.
I only used it a few times and I bought murad instead. It was okay though.
July 1, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
It works! I have occasional adult facial acne and body acne - I'm too old to be faffed with it, I really am and can't be bothered with the namby pamby stuff on sale over the counter. I want something that works and I want it to work fast. This does.
Cons:
None really. It takes the colour out of your clothes if you're not careful but it's a small price to pay. I don't care.
I'm sick and tired of having spots at my age - absolutely at the depths of fed up with it. This keeps my face, back, chest and arms spot free if I keep at it. When I stop using it, it comes back up again. I've recommended it to quite a few people and it's worked for all of them.
July 1, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Clears up skin after a few months
Cons:
Peeling, dryness, a bit itchy every now an again
Stick with it. Unfortunitly i stopd using it and my acne came back worse than ever.
July 1, 2009
Pros:
Affordable, not as harsh as Glytone, helps with buffing complexion, come with sunscreen and a benzoyl peroxide.
Cons:
Fragrance and extracts used in product. Dries skin out.
If you workout a lot don't use this. It dries out your skin and then when you sweat it burns. The only good thing is the sunscreen for when I go running outside. I'm back to just using Neutrogenas orange oil free salycilic wash and my face is clear again in combination with benzaclyn. I don't like fragranced products because that usually means there's some type of extract in it and extracts are usually oily and clog pores.
June 29, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Lightweight/ doesn't feel too heavy on skin.
Started working from the first day of use.
Great price (much lower than store bought products, even with shipping cost considered).
Cons:
Has to be ordered.
Shipping cost (although appropriately priced for weight of product).
I can definitely live with the cons, as they are so minor!
Dan's regimen & products are AMAZING! I am 35, & have struggled with acne since my teens. NOTHING has worked for me. I eat healthy, exercise, & drink 12-16 8-oz. glasses of water/ day. I NEVER drink soda, & rarely (maybe 3-4 times/ year) have caffeine. When I was 19 & 20, my skin did clear up. However, during my 1st pregnancy, I began breaking out again. For the past 15 yrs, I have struggled with acne, & have tried EVERYTHING; from expensive to inexpensive, antibiotics (not Accutane) to holistic approaches. Each time I would go to my primary Dr. for illness, etc., she would mention my acne. That is WITH my makeup on. Believe me, I learned a great deal about makeup & concealing (as I was having to live with the acne). This is the 1st time that my acne has cleared in, again, 15 yrs. I currently do not take anything other than vitamins (Zinc-40mg 2x/day, Niacin-750 mg 2x/ day, Folate-350 mcg 2x/day, Copper-2 mg 2x/day, & Omega-3 fish oil 1x/ day. I highly recommend Dan's products!
June 29, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
it works. i have tried it all: from Proactive to prescription stuff, oral and topical. this works.
Cons:
would be nice if i could buy it at my local Walgreens.
it works. if other products have not done it for you, try one more thing....
i also love the moisturizing stuff they make.
June 29, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It does work when you first start using it.
Cons:
Your skin becomes used to it over time and the oil becomes a greater problem as days go on.
If you have a wedding coming up and you need a quick fix, this is for you. Otherwise, find another solution.
Pros:
Acne when appeared remained in a group on one side of face. Slight smell; but not unbearable. For a week i had no new acne. Skin becoming slightly clearer. Noticed slightly smoother skin. The mask is the best product in the kit!