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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August 24, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)

Pros:

It cleared me up! It reduced the size of my acne, too.

Cons:

Very STRONG! Every single time I used it, it burned or left me with an itchy rash.

Try it. It totally helped me, but it may burn or sting if you have very sensitive skin. The product is very strong but it works.
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August 16, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

None.

Cons:

This product made my skin dry and made my acne worse, my skin got really red and my pimples became more noticeable.

dont use, clean & clear continuous control acne cleanser works 10x better. Probably because of the different active ingredients.
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August 6, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)

Pros:

Easy to use, quickly reduces pimples.

Cons:

It does sting a little bit. It also takes my skin about 4 days to completely be cleared of zits while using this product.

I've used Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Spot Treatment for a year or so now, and I really like it. I don't get a lot of acne, but I do the the occasional break out and this product is amazing for that.
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July 31, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Stress Control, Power-Clear Scrub)

Pros:

This product really opens up your pores, and seemed to reduce a lot of the pimples I had. It also makes your skin softer.

Cons:

It takes awhile to really work, and is for not as severe acne.

They use a different acne treatment than proactive or some other products, proactive uses 5% Benzyol peroxide. This Neutrogena product only uses 2% Salicylic acid, and for me, benzyol peroxide is too harsh for my skin type, so Neutrogena works better for me. This is better for people who don't have severe acne. It may seem to take awhile to work but it does really control your breakouts and keep your skin soft and healthy.
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July 24, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Gel)

Pros:

it helps the first few times...

Cons:

soooo not worth the price!

dont waste your money!
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July 15, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Acne Mark Fading Peel With CelluZyme)

Pros:

It works

Cons:

It smells bad and takes time

i have used this for about 3 months and it makes my skin feels so smooth. i have a lot of hyperpigmentation on my forehead so i used it mostly on there. i am using this with retin-a so my spot have cleared up more, but i don't have sensitive skin so i am fine. this product takes time so you must be patient. but overall i am really comofortable with my skin now.
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July 14, 2008
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

Pros:

Smeels great, tingly sensation which tells me that is working.

Cons:

It made my acne way worst.

Although it smells beautifully and tingles, the product is horrible since it made my skin breakout even further and now i'm desperate to get rid of it. It's been almost 2 weeks but no results in getting better. I do hear that some acne products makes you purge because its working and is taking all impurities out of your face ... now i'm just waiting for about a month to see if that is what is doing
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July 11, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)

Pros:

very light feeling, non greasy

Cons:

doesn't get rid of any acne

It's not the best one i've ever used but still good
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June 21, 2008
Product used: Oxy (Balance Maximum Deep Pore Cleansing Pads)

Pros:

Helps you feel clean and fresh , gets rid of pimples, blackheads, gives you clear skin

Cons:

smells like alcohaul

overall a good,solid product that does work , when i stopped using it for a couple days i started getting pimples , whenever i use it , i have clear skin
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June 19, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Maximum Strength Pore Cleansing Pads)

Pros:

Cleans up skin well. Always saw lots of dirt on the pad when done. Kept down most acne.

Cons:

Bleached my eyebrows after 2 weeks of use. Could still feel its residue hours later.

Quick fix for those who don't want to take the time to wash your face. Just be aware that the sal. acid in the pads will bleach whatever it comes in contact with repeatedly.
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