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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April 4, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)

Pros:

None, unless you like the burnt look

Cons:

Everything - Sandpaper skin in 3 days...

I've not used Clearasil for about around a year, but when I did it ruined my skin. Clearer skin in 3 days? The acne did slightly decrease in size, but instead I was left with a whole red, inflamed face which literally peeled off in sheets. Not recommended, switch to more natural products.
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March 20, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)

Pros:

With regular, continuous use my face really did clear up. I have very acne prone skin, and I've always assumed that heavy benzoyl peroxide was the trick. But I was wrong. The mild salicyclic acid with a moisturizer cleared up my face in no time.

Cons:

The moisturizer doesn't make me oily, but, after several hours I sometimes get mildly shiny.

I used to go to the store all the time; buying different creams that consisted of both salicyclic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Those creams would all help fight the pimples I already had, but I never could find the "miracle" drug that would help prevent (and clear up) my war-torn face. I even tried oral antibiotics which didn't do much. But then I found this product. This produce won't really help you fight that big pimple on prom night, but with daily use, soon you will see less and less breakouts. I still get the occasional pimple, but most of the time, my face stays relative clean and clear. You can even feel the product working when you put it on---it tingles.
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February 12, 2007
Product used: St. Ives (Medicated Apricot Scrub for Oily or Acne Prone Skin)

Pros:

smells good and has good consistency. clears blackheads and makes skin smooth. oh and i also love how it is not tested on animals. major plus for me. ^-^

Cons:

can dry out if used too often. i reccomend once a week. definatley a side scrub.

do not only use this, make sure you are using a cleanser and moisturizer as well. i use this in the shower about once to twice a week. you can also use it on your back or chest, works very well. also, like the last person said, do not scrub! just barley touch your face and the little grains will do the work.
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January 30, 2007
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)

Pros:

Excellent product!! Helps with acne and makes skin healthier!

Cons:

Order before you run out because it takes a least a week to arrvie.

I have fought acne for years and I'm not exaggerating when I say I have tried everything. I have been using the system for 3 months and The clear advantage system is working. Finally I found a system that is easy to use, gentle on my skin and affordable. I am NOT an Arbonne consultant, just a women in her thirties with acne and desperate to try anything. I am actually cancelling an appointment with my dermatologist next week. I have been visiting him for over a year with no cure. I reccomend trying this product!!!!
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January 22, 2007
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

Pros:

dries up spots

Cons:

dries up skin. After a couple of days of usage made my skin very red and tight.

This is a product i keep coming back to but i know i shouldnt use it. Has the same bad effect every time. Seems to clarify skin on first use then dries up your skin and ten times more oil is produced leading to breakout.If your skin is sensitive give it a miss. May be ok on hard as nails skin.
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January 10, 2007
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer)

Pros:

Goes on smoothly, does not shine, does NOT break you out. Does not dry you out. Totally moisturizing without making it oily.

Cons:

Smell is kind of funky, but it goes away after awhile.

I don't know what these people are talking about. This is the only moisturizer I have used that hasn't broken me out.
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January 3, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

It Gets Rid Of Acne

It Gets Rid Of Your Acne
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December 26, 2006
Product used: St. Ives (Medicated Apricot Scrub for Oily or Acne Prone Skin)

Pros:

nothing

Cons:

it doesnt clear your acne

i dont ever get acne i dont know WHY i broke out, out of nowhere but i wanted to use something i had at home to wash my face because i usually use proactiv but i ran out and i had this stuff but it does not clear your acne it made mine worse and i havent used it for two days and my face is already cleared up so OBVIOUSLY that stuff made my skin worse soo yeah no this is a negative
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December 24, 2006
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)

Pros:

Leaves my skin feeling fresh, and clean. Does not dry it out, completely hydrates my skin. Smells fresh/clean.

Cons:

Makes my acne better, but does not clear it up.

Good for mild acne, but not severe like myself.
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December 3, 2006
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)

Pros:

it clears most the little pimples up pretty fast

Cons:

it takes a while for the big ones to go away, but its not really clear in 3 days either, it takes longer than that

its not the best, but it does do pretty good work. after you use it i recommend using some time of moisterizeer. i use it morning and night and i still get breakouts but it heels them pretty good.
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