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Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
68%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
A more dangerous way of using benzoyl peroxide that studies show works a bit better than benzoyl peroxide alone. However, when used properly, benzoyl peroxide on its own can completely clear the skin without the addition of antibiotics.
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
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April 12, 2009
Cons:
It is very drying and i wonder how it will affect my skin in the long run.
This treats acen well, but not sure what will happen if you stop using it. Noone wants to have to use a gel everyday to keep acne at bay
March 7, 2009
Pros:
- clears up skin better than 95% of other acne products
- doesnt burn skin, or acne spots
- can be applied to open or "popped" pimples
Cons:
- leaves skin a little bit tight when applied (very little)
- dries skin a little bit, but that is somewhat the point of this treatment (to kill bacteria and dry up red spots)
good product, recommended trial of this treatment...
majority of users have good results for people with skin problems like me that none of that commercial neutrogena, oxy, biore, or clean and clear work for, and make skin worse sometime this product is different and recommended, remember its a topical treatment, just a cream to be put on spots hopefully its success so far with my skin, stays long term !
November 23, 2008
Pros:
only started getting acne four years ago. doctor prescribed clindoxyl; after two weeks i am seeing a huge improvement. i also use biotherm which works really well especially for evening skin tone and removing marks, so together its all good.
Cons:
really dried out skin.
i originally had really oily skin so my doctor suggested twice a day to apply but i couldnt take the dryness so i do the regular biotherm routine in the day and at night i wash my face and use the toner and then apply the clindoxyl.
worth trying if you really need a quick fix as oppose to waiting to get an appointment with a derm.
October 17, 2008
Pros:
Started using this product 2 weeks now...looks like the aftermath of sun burn as it peels the skin revealing new skin....but not clear skin
Cons:
No sign of treatment ...scars still there...face is itchy and slightly red...burns skin....
still anxiously waiting to see
August 18, 2008
Pros:
skins seems to be clearing up, skin is not drying out.
Cons:
not entirely clear yet
well it's true that i do have days where i forget to use it but i feel like it should be doing more to clear up my skin. if anything it seems like it's bringing up the acne that's under the skin and i seem to have been breaking out more. since it's the summer my skin hasn't dried out yet, but in the winter i know it will flake. also it seems i've been getting a great deal on it considering all of the prices i've seen listed. I have a university health insurance plan and a supplemental so its very cheap.
July 5, 2008
Pros:
- cleared acne
- prevents new breakouts (when i do get them it's usually small)
Cons:
- when you first use it, your face becomes extremely dry and red, it was also very itchy and irritating
- burning sensation when you first use it
Overall, this product is pretty good after your skin gets used to the BP. I've been noticing really good results after using it, hopefully it will become better! Been using for 3 weeks.
June 21, 2008
Pros:
cleared up acne really fast, shrunk pores, improved overall texture and complexion
Cons:
none really, other than it dried up my face but that's clearly expected when you reduce the amount of sebum your skin is producing
I use this at night and Differin in the morning. The combination is very drying but it works very well. Just get a good moisturizer, I use clinique during the day as well as Vichy Normaderm.
June 3, 2008
Pros:
Makes cysts literally shrink overnight, reduces redness.Not sure if it will help scarring yet...
Cons:
A little drying-but hey that's why it works.
I am using this in conjunction with Proactiv and it helps with my cystic acne A LOT.
January 31, 2008
Pros:
Clears up my acne very quickly, easy to apply, dries fast
Cons:
10 days ago I would say no cons what-so-ever, however, recently it has been drying/itchy/making my face red.
I started this product September 2007 and it cleared up my acne right away, I had no problem with it. It expired (due to 120day shelf life) and I went 3 weeks using no acne medication and developed acne again. I went to the doctor 4 days ago and renewed my prescription and it is now causing my face to become red, itchy, and extremely dry, very irritating!! But other than that, it gets rid of my acne and thats all I ask for! Cost $44, but insurance covered it.
January 14, 2008
Pros:
This stuff works crazy fast. Within 3-4 days all my pimples were gone, and i believe till now its still preventing new ones from coming up
Drys really fast
Cons:
Short shelf life, but not so short that it will expire before your done using it
Expensive for people who dont have health plans
They stuff is really powerful, it really works well and fast, and luckily i dont have any reactions to it. I use it at night with no other products. Do not use during the day, and moisturize during the day. Exposure to sunlight will damage skin with on this product. I havnt experienced much bleaching.
Pros:
Dries up pimples really fast and the benzol peroxide acts as a bleach so it lightens hyperpigmentation from the acne. It also peels the dead skin to reveal newer fresher skin