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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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November 27, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
after few months it stops working and your acne seems to become worse than it was before.
it dried my skin, made it flacky. every time i used night lotion my face became red and was burning.hate the smell, which is absolutely awful! cleared up my skin a little bit, but then after couple of weeks it stopped working.
November 27, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
intially did help, improved complextion colour
Cons:
made my skin so dry and flaky around my chin and neck - do not use if you have sensative skin
not worth the $
November 25, 2008
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
The 3 step and the makeup line are amazing. I have never found anything that compares!..
Cons:
This product is well worth the price but I can't afford it all the time so when I run out, I get frustrated because my skin goes right back and I break out..
It works!! I am turning 30 next week and unfortunately it seems as though my acne has only gotten worse over the years. I have tried meds from dr's, birth control, proactive, murad and everything you can imagine from the grocery store and drug store. Nothing else works to get rid of the large bumps and redness like this does and it doesnt feel greasy. That is a big thing for me. Everything else feels gross on my skin.This totally evens everything out and my skin is smoother When I use these products I gain some confidence back. I dont have to be so worried when I go out to the store or if I am walking around the house on the weekend with no makeup! The make up (corrector stick is awesome!) covers any sort of redness and dries up break outs in one or two days. Now if I could only get a truck load of this stuff sent to my house I would use it forever. It is the only thing I am asking for for Christmas and my birthday. :)
November 25, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Smells nice.
Cons:
Expensive
Doesn't work
Continued to take money from my bank account
would NOT recommend!
November 24, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
It feels soooooo good when you put it on your face. Nice and tingly. :D I just started today, lets see how it does.
Cons:
Ok----this is to people who are complaining about drying out and burning and such...one reason why it may be doing that is because you're using toooooo much. Steer clear of your eyes or it will burn and you may want to not get too close to your hair.
I really LOVE the feeling i get when i put it on my face in the shower. Just put it on rub in circles for a couple of seconds then wash off...the bp might sink into your pores if you let it sit on there for too long. Also, make sure you use a moisturizer that says "won't clog pores" or "non-comedemic" or something along those lines. I can't wait to see how well this works. Wish me luck :D
November 21, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I could see serious improvements within only 3 weeks. The 3 step kit works well. Couldn't really smell anything that people said it had.
Cons:
Drys your skin to no end, but if you follow right up with the toner it doesn't matter.
Great product. The first week after using it, the cleanser would dry my face and look really light but after applying the toner all the little red spots that were brought up from my old scars and just red bumps. But after about 3 weeks I started to see less and less of those bumps which is really cool and satisfying. I read reviews that said it doesn't work and was afraid it would have the same effect but I'm very happy with it. I'm using this and Tetracycline and my face is defiantly clearing up. :)
November 20, 2008
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
This acne treatment really works in the begging and my skin was visibly smooth and cleared up my skin within the first week or so of using it
Cons:
There are some cons however it dries up the skin and does not always work it may work for a while but then just stop for a while so i didnt really like that at all
I like it but not enough to countinue using it
November 20, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It did clear up my face a little during the first two months.
Cons:
it stopped clearing my face up after two months and from then on went downhill.
it dried my skin out for a while.
its expensive.
It didn't work for me and basically platued.
November 18, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
PROACTIVE IS TERRIBLE !! IT MADE MY SKIN WORSE ... ONCE I GOT OFF IT -- MY SKIN GOT BETTER!!! WAY TOOO EXPENSIVE AND POINTLESS
Cons:
REGIMIN
DIDNT WORK
EXPENSIVE
DON'T BUY PROACTIVE
November 17, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Honestly not that badly priced for an acne treatment that works well. Worked very well for a time.
Cons:
Eventually stops working.
I've used Benzoyl Peroxide for years to treat my acne. I'm not sure what made me go to Proactive solution. I think the price was overall lower than what I was paying. It worked well and was easier on my skin than the 10% solution I was using. Everything was under control, then BLAM! My face literally exploded. I have NEVER, NEVER had acne that badly before in my life. Years later I still have the scars. Later I found out that the Repairing Lotion actually has a mildly comedogenic ingredient in it. The ingredient is designed to lessen the effects of the Benzoyl Peroxide on your face, making it more "agreeable" to your skin. For most people who use it, it's not a big deal. But if you have terribly acne prone skin (like me), you can really pay big time for that little ingredient. I recommend that people who are considering a BP lotion for their face find out exactly how it works. Also research comedogenic ingredients so you know what to avoid.
Pros:
helps to clear up acne a little bit, when you start using this