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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.
Used Clindamycin / Benzoyl peroxide? Rate It:
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August 6, 2007
Cons:
Somewhat expensive but hopefully my insurance will cover it! Either way, still cheaper than many other products on the market.
The reason I wrote this review (my first ever) is not necessarily to rate the efficacy of the product as I haven't given it enough time to work yet. I wanted to write the review as I have experienced little to no dryness or redness from the product as of yet (and I was fully expecting to so I planned to stay in for a few days). I believe the reason for this is because I always wait ~15 min after I wash my face before applying the product. Your skin will absorb less of the product this way but at least side effects are minimized. Please try this before giving up on the product as this method may work for some.
July 14, 2007
Pros:
Used clindoxyl in combination with proactive had mild acne cleared it up.
Cons:
It took several weeks to see results (4 weeks). Only had a few zits (3-4) after a week of using the product I could count 15 new ones! Skin became dry, flaky and red.
Affordable used this product with procative 3 in one solution. Clindoxyl at night and the 3 in one procative solution during the day. White heads are gone and scars are clearing.
July 10, 2007
Pros:
It worked really, really well for the first year or so.
Cons:
After the first year, I've began struggling again with acne. I find Clindoxyl doesn't let the acne come to the surface, so I always had permanent white bumps under my skin - they weren't especially visible, but I could see them.
When you first use it, it will turn your entire face red. I found this out the hard way - ended up going to school looking like I had the weirdest sunburn ever (and people noticed)! But once your skin gets used to it, it goes away. I found that due to using this, my skin was never smooth, there were always bumps and it always felt 'rough'. I have been using this for almost two years and felt that it just wasn't helping that much anymore. It did work REALLY well for the first while and I do recommend it. Just be careful to hide out for the first few days if you don't want people to ask why you look like someone poured tomato soup on your face (true story!)
July 5, 2007
Pros:
it works great! Takes a little while, but it clears up zits and gets rid of excess oil! I've seen a complete difference, people always look at me now and say, "wow ... you're skin is really cleared up ... no offence." None taken!!!:)
Cons:
dried out my skin and made it itchy. But i strated applying a moisturizer a little while after i put it on and that fixes that problem.
a bit pricy, and you'll need a good moisturizer, but so far the best thing ive tried.
March 24, 2007
Pros:
-Doesn't smell after application
-Works WONDERS
-Doesn't overdry skin
Cons:
-A tad expensive if you don't have health insureance of live in Canada like me :D
BEST cream ever. Hands down. I started getting acne in grade 9, and this is the first thing that I ever used. The doctor prescribed it, and I love it. I love it most because it PREVENTS acne from coming! I apply twice a day, (morning and night) and as long as I don't miss any spots, I never get ANY pimples! Sometimes my skin's dry, but if you have some lotion you'll be fine!
February 26, 2007
Pros:
awesome works well!!
Cons:
none so far
use it if u wanna remove acne
January 29, 2007
Pros:
This product works very well. My acne cleared up within a week. This is the only topical acne treatment that actually helped.
Cons:
It can make your skin a little red and dry at first, so do not apply too much, a thin layer will do. Also, it is a little expensive.
I've been using this cream for over a year and I will continue to use it because it is amazing.
December 3, 2006
Pros:
Worked. Plain and simple. Got rid of my junk.
Cons:
No, cons so far. But, I've been reading the comments and people say it comes back if you stop...that sucks. I haven't stopped so can't tell.
Good stuff that got rid of my acne. Although, my face wasn't really that bad. Just small stuff that i couldn't get rid of but the gel worked. Sucks if you don't have insurance though. Cost me $40.oo.
May 31, 2016
Life saver
Miracle product.I have suffered from acne since I was 13. I have tried all of the over the counter creams and potions. I would categorize my acne as moderate; I have had several bad episodes of cystic breakouts. my deem got me this stuff so I start the Acanya right away . HUGE MIRACLE!!! Within 3 days all of the cystic acne that I had was going away/gone and my face was starting to clear overall.
May 14, 2016
Has gotten me 100% clear twice now
I've been put on Acanya twice, once in my late 20s, and again recently, in my early 30s. Both times, it's completely cleared my moderate cystic acne -- I would say 90% as effective as oral antibiotics for me (which also worked great, but are no longer a long-term feasibility, gut-wise). It got me to 100% clear the first time I used it, in combination with Differin 0.3% brand name gel (not generic), so much so that my doctor chalked the dramatic improvement up to hormonal change, and took me off of it after two years. My skin was fine until 4 months later, when breakouts slowly started creeping back in, and eventually came back full-force after about 7 months of discontinuing use. My dermatologist then put me on another topical for 4 months (Soolantra), which did nothing for me, and I asked to try Acanya again. Within two weeks, I saw a positive change. Within 2 months, I'm 100% clear again. I have also recently (in the last 3 weeks) begun using Dr. Dennis Gross Extra Strength peel pads in place of Differin at night for 2 days in a row, and Murad Rapid Spot Lightening Gel on the 3rd night to lighten hyperpigmentation, which has helped with fading old marks from my bad breakouts before I went back on the Acanya. I still get 1-2 hormonal pimple right before my period, but small, and usually not cystic like they used to be. This stuff works for me.
July 18, 2016
Has the Dr. Dennis Gross Extra Strength peel pads /Murad Rapid Spot Lightening Gel been helping fade your scars?
Pros:
Seems to be working but can't say for sure as I just started using it 4 days ago. However, my sister said my face looks much better and she asked if I was wearing makeup (which I wasn't!) and that was after only 3 days of use.