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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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February 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
can cause some drying
i wont go without this product. i love it and recommend it to many of my friends
February 24, 2009
Pros:
- Entirely Effective
- Easy to Use
- No Smell
Cons:
- Dries out the Skin
I have always had very mild acne. A few popules here and there, but nothing serious. Five months ago my acne became much more severe. My entire face began to break out. I started using this product about two moths ago. I saw small results within in a week, but two weeks ago is when I really began to see improvements. Now my skin has entirely cleared up. No pimples, and no red marks. Although I have seen numerous people claim that this product is ineffective, and it very well might be for them, but it does work very well. All in all, the minor dryness is a very small price to pay for clear skin. I have just run out and will be picking up more tomorrow.
February 24, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Within days of use my skin was totally clear! Also stops zits from comming to the surface.
Cons:
Dry and flakey skin. Also, becareful that it doesn't bleach your pillowcase! I sleep on my side at nite and even though the BP was dry, it ruined it :(
I am so glad I tried this! I have had moderate acne for years and tried retin-a, proactiv, minocycline, orthotricyclen, and EVERYTHING from the drugstore! This is the first thing that ever worked for me! I am so happy and I have only been on the BP for 3 weeks! This is a miracle and I will never give this stuff up! No more wearing tons of makeup yayyyyyy!
February 23, 2009
Pros:
-works fast
-easy to maintain
-not hard to fit in schedule
-awakens your skin
-cheap & effective
Cons:
-dries skin out
this product is great for ME.
for other people it might not work but for most it will.
dont listen to those ppl that are flipping out over how it doesnt work...jst because it doesnt work on their skin doesnt mean it wont work on yours. buy it and try it if you dont like it just find something new. no big deal.
February 20, 2009
Product used: Dr. Sheffield's (Clear Zit Acne Treatment Cream)
Pros:
It's steadily stopping growth of other pimples and drying existing ones - have used it for 7 days now!
Cons:
Drying the skin
I have seen more positives than negatives while using the products! The changes on the skin are visible! I am willing to keep on using the product!
February 19, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (On-the-Spot Acne Treatment (Old Formula))
Pros:
no work
Cons:
no work
duznt work
February 18, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
i have been using the product for about a week and it has pretty much cleared up my skin!!!! :)
Cons:
i dont really like the lotion
I would recommend this product!!! You may dislike it or love it but its worth a shot!!!
February 18, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel)
Pros:
Dries out spots very effectively, removes all oiliness from skin
Cons:
Made my skin VERY red and made (healing) spots look even more inflamed than when they were new. I have been moisturizing with Eucerin about 5 times a day and my skin is still flaking in sheets.
I think if you have skin that is so oily it's slick, and that is the cause of your acne, this will definitely help clear you up and dry you out. I am 28 and my acne is hormonal/stress induced (only on either side of my chin, not even in the middle, and no where else on my face) and I am somewhat fair and I now have very dry, painful blotches around my mouth. My spots are somewhat smaller, but they seem more obvious because of the redness.
February 17, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
The cleanser is light and exfoliates well. It made it easier to get blackheads out of my skin. It made the pores on my cheeks smaller.
Cons:
It made my acne worse on the sides of my chin than it was before I started using the product. Made my skin extra dry.
I thought my skin was just stubborn, b/c the regular Proactive wasn't working and I was breaking out more. I switched to the Extra Strength, and I am currently miserable from that. My skin is so dry, I feel like it's going to split open. No matter how much moisturizer I use, it is just sucking it right up. I am having to hide my face from my friends and co-workers; I am so depressed over this. I have made a decision to STOP using this product and switch to Murad. I am going to try the Murad skin supplement pills and see if that helps bring my skin back to normal. I think from now on, just gentle cleansing and exfoliation is key. I don't recommend this product b/c the results are too unpredictable.
February 16, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
nothing
Cons:
I got more acne on my face
Everything
I bought this from CVS four days ago I used it and now
its redden all over my face its burning and itching. Are you kidding me ?
I have to stop using every other lotions either
not my face is super dry and im goint to put aloe to calm down my face. I cant even go to work. I hate this solution. *If you have sensitive skin never try this out never
DONT USE IT
Pros:
works well, cleared up moderate acne, easy to use and stick to routine