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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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September 10, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
WRINKLES!!! Very dry skin. Costs too much, and they come for more money.!
I used Proactiv last time about 5 years ago and still am paying the price--my skin got so dry that I developed wrinkles when I was 19! And the worst think about it, I could fill my wrinkles. Yeah, fill' em. That was killing me, so to deal with that I used heavier moisturizers, and that made me brake out even more. Pretty much any cream makes me brake out. Just imaging, having very oily skin, so you dry it so much, that you have to put some fat creams, which make it only more oily... How I deal with my face now? Not touching it my hands, because they always oily no matter how good you wash them. Also good sleep + lots of water. And washing face with black tea. Of course, I do regular fruit masks as well. And that helps very much. I just have to use some light lotion at night. I hope it will help.
July 16, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None!
Cons:
It dried out my skin and made me break out more than I already was.
This product is awful. You stop using it for a day and your skin begins to break out worse than before you used the product. They tell you it's only $29.95 and in reality they send you one kit that turns out to be over $100. It is so not worth buying at all! It is not affordable at all!
July 10, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
the face mask
Cons:
made my acne so much worse
seriously this product shouldnt even be sold it is absolutely the worst thing i have ever used for my face i used it for like 2 months and ive never seen my skin worse , knw im on medication , acne really does lower my self esteem especially coz im a teenager it has a masive efect on daily life.
June 30, 2011
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Pros:
I don't normally take the time to leave feedback but I feel compelled to thank you for your products and for your business practices. Â These days it's hard to find a company that not only sells a quality product for a reasonable price but also one that includes samples, gives shipping information practically immediately and ships as quickly as you do. Â I am so pleased doing business with you, thank you. Â As for me, I am 30 years old and I still have acne. Â The only thing that kept it in li
Cons:
None
Awesome products and great service!!!
June 24, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Clear Skin System)
Pros:
Cleared skin at first
The soap bar lasts for months
the moisturizer+bp works as spot treatment
Cons:
irritates skin
doesn't work for cystic acne
pricey
First I bought the starter kit and used the foam, which seemed to help, but in combination with the moisturizer+BP it was too harsh. It did clear my skin at first, but didn't help much with inflammation and some cysts i had under my jawline. I switched to the soap bar and it's much better.
i just started treatment with a dermatologist and she approved i continue using the soap with the prescriptions she sent me, so i guess it's ok!
June 24, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
toner works good and removes dirt
doesnt dry out my skin at alll
Cons:
doesnt show results quickly
it cleans your face good and makes zits go away quick but i dont feel like it prevents them
June 15, 2011
Product used: Oxy (Maximum Action Advanced Face Wash)
Pros:
Everything. It really helps control acne.
Cons:
Nothing.
I struggled with trying to find something to clear up my pimples and keep them away, and I tried EVERY brand you could think of but when I came across Oxy, I loved it. I've never used anything else for years! I highly recommend it.
June 7, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Easy to use
Works well
Clears up acne without drying skin
Cons:
Unethical business practices
Sneaky company
Poor customer service
I ordered a trial kit, paid for it, received it, and have been using it for a couple months. My skin looks great and I want to keep using it. However, Proactiv has charged my account $19.95 three times and shipped two kits (a third might be on its way). I assumed auto ship was on, called customer service to remove it, and had a terrible experience with their customer service. The woman (Bonnie?) gave me attitude and I ended up totally cancelling my account/membership. The company snuck in some sort of extra charges or extra shipments of the product that I did not authorize or order. Although the product worked very well and I wanted to continue using it, this experience has totally made me want to disassociate myself from the company. I will not be recreating the account and I will spread the word about their poor business practices. I guess they needed my extra money to pay their irrelevant celebrities to lie about using Proactiv.
June 7, 2011
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
WORKS!
Not too expensive
No smell
Cons:
Bleaches towels/clothes
I had TERRIBLE acne before i started this treatment. my face was red and a lot of huge painful pimples. Nothing worked before this product. It takes time. I've been on this product for 3 months and my face has dramitically cleared up. I think you should give any acne product time, especially if your skin was as bad as mine. I gave up and first and when I started over again i couldn't believe the results.OMG...TRY THIS PRODUCT. GIVE IT TIME, IT WILL WORK!!!
June 1, 2011
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It seems to work
Cons:
Deceptive about prices
makes my skin burn
This company is not upfront about their prices. I was charged the initial $30.00 for a one month supply. I was fine with that. When I ran out, I purchased more at $ 40. I was not aware that more was being shipped out so I got charged again. Today, I got a bill for $127. The representative told me what I paid for was an installment! I didn't know that it cost so much and thought I was paid up. Skin care should be so expensive that you have to pay in installments. On top up that, It hurts. the cleanser is so abrasive that It feels like your face is on fire once you apply the acidic toner. While it did clear up my breakups, there has got to be something else that will do the same. I cancelled my membership today and will NEVER have any more dealingds with this company. They Ought to ashamed.
Pros:
None, unless you take wrinkles as pros