Salicylic Acid
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Widely available in over-the-counter skin care products in 0.5 - 2% strength, salicylic acid helps shed skin cells as well as reduce inflammation in the skin.

It's generally recommended to apply a salicylic acid-containing product 1-2 times per day, depending on your skin's tolerance and the product type.

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February 29, 2012
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)

Pros:

smellsgood feels good

Cons:

ichy rash develop a bump simlar to a misquto bite if u keep iching it which i do lol

im going for the orange bottle next time i shop
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February 26, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Gentle Formula)

Pros:

does not leave skin sore and red like the regular Proactiv
Works!

Cons:

Expensive
(have to call to order)

I'm wondering if most of the people before me thought that they're reviewing the regular Proactiv ?? This Gentle Formula (use Salicylic Acid instead of Benzoyl Peroxide) does not burn or dry out your skin like the regular Proactiv does. I use to use the regular Proactiv on and off for years and could only use it a couple of times a week because it's so strong and my acne not that bad. I have a lot of scarring and Proactiv does clear that up nicely and gave me very clear skin. Now after 2 children and in my 30s, the regular Proactiv was not working for me anymore. I discovered their Gentle Formula at the Proactiv kiosk as the mall and decided to give it a try. Really like it!! Definitely give it a try if you've had the same issues as me with the burning and redness. I could use this Gentle Formula twice a day no problem but I still only use it once a day and that's enough for me.
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January 18, 2012
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)

Pros:

Smells nice

Cons:

Dries out skin
Irritating
Too soapy
DOESN'T GET RID OF ACNE!

I bought it to clear up my acne, but it SUCKS! It made my skin dry and flaky, but most of all it causes irritation. Don't waste your money on this.
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December 28, 2011
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

Pros:

Smells nice

Cons:

Very drying
Not effective

Dried my skin and didn't eliminate any pimples.
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December 20, 2011
Product used: Burt's Bees (Natural Acne Solutions Purifying Gel Cleanser)

Pros:

- From natural ingredients, no SLS

Cons:

- Doesn't treat/prevent acne
- Actually gave me a few pimples in places I usually do not get them
- I purchased it with the whole regime, and that was very expensive (for my wallet, at least).
- Could come in a bigger bottle w/ more product.
- Is liquid-like. Be careful when you squeeze it out because it basically runs out
- The smell - it's not bad, but is just weird.
- The amount of SA is very low - under 2%, which is the most common amount.

I was attracted to the whole 'natural ingredients' revolution that's been going on lately in skincare products and I suffered from a chemical burn recently so I bought this thinking it might clear up my acne and not irritate my skin. I was so wrong. It caused me some pimples and didn't really cleanse deep in my face. I purchased it in the regime, and I read the amount of SA in each (the lotion, cleanser and spot treatment) and it was very low. The cleanser (I believe) is only 1% and the spot treatment was %0.75. The dosage is way too small. Also, you don't get much of the product considering how much you pay for it. I would steer clear of this, because it's a big waste of money. I ended up taking it back.
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December 5, 2011
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser)

Pros:

Um...nice green color?

Cons:

EVERYTHING.

This has to be the absolute worse product I have ever tried. I used it only once and a few hours later, my skin was the worst it had ever been. I had always had light to moderate acne but after trying this, my skin has never been the same, I now have severe acne. My face turned extremely red, itchy, and irritated and led to lots of inflamed whiteheads that covered my entire face. It has been six months since I used it and my face is still recovering and I continue to have moderately severe acne. It is mainly because of this product that I now try to stay as far away as possible from Neutrogena products. I have never really liked any of their products, but this was "the straw that broke the camel's back," as they say, and led me to despise Neutrogena. God, that next day after I used this wash was probably the day my self-esteem was the lowest, ever. I highly recommend THAT YOU DO NOT USE THIS ACNE WASH. IT IS FAR FROM REDNESS SOOTHING. I hate you Neutrogena!!! I don't care how good Miranda Cosgrove says you are!!!
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November 17, 2011
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)

Pros:

Leaves skin soft
Smells nice
Is gentle
Contains Salicylic Acid so fights pimples

Cons:

No real advantage for acne, other than being gentle

I love this, I will continue to use it just because it doesn't make my skin any worse and it is gentle and easy ( zero scrubbing). I am trying to be gentle with my face so this is basically it. I combine it with 2.5% benzyl peroxide for tough spots and neutrogena oil free moisturiser for combination skin as a moisturizer. I also treat with vitamin e oil and manuka honey on occasion when I feel like getting sticky.
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November 6, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)

Pros:

lightweight, can carry anywhere, nice scent, tingly feeling, prevents pimples, and treats pimples

Cons:

cant think of nothing

so far so good this moisturizer is pretty good at moisturizing one or 2 at the most tiny squirts and this thing has my whole face moistrurized wow prevents pimples and treats pimples salycic acid wow bottom line this is a early review but it seems to prevent breakouts so far i use to always break out cause i didnt use moisturizer i would just wash and use witch hazel and stillbreak out cause my skin was to dry and produced more oil now this comes with me everywhere use it 2 times a day it should do the job remember just a little squirt thats all you need oh yea its oil free wow go buy this NOW
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November 1, 2011
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)

Pros:

Non Stripping
Does not make me break out.
Helps control my breakouts
I have no problems or complaints

Cons:

Nothing.

I found a review on you tube. I heard alot of great reviews more than other products. Decided to try it. After time it helped clear up my breakouts. Soft skin. You might not see it right away but it does help with breakouts. It never made my breakouts worse but it maintained it and helped. I love it. I use Noxema to but this is my main cleanser.
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October 30, 2011
Product used: Biore (Blemish Fighting Ice Cleanser)

Pros:

Lathers well
Removes makeup well

Cons:

Slightly drying

I have been using this product together with Biore triple action astringent for a few months....still have acne...getting worse I would recommend this to someone with normal skin who gets only a few pimples per year
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