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Topical Keratolytic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Easy to find and with low side effects, but don’t be surprised if you are left wishing for better results after using it for a while. Any acid on its own is unlikely to dramatically clear acne.
Topical Keratolytic
How to Get It
This is an over-the-counter treatment. Here are some places you can find it online.
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November 3, 2014
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)
Dries skin, doesnt work at all
I have purchased two bottles of this and have used at least a full one. I dont know why I keep using it, but I dont anymore. It doesnt work at all for acne, in fact I think this is why I broke out. It went from a few pimples to huge ones all over my forehead. It also dries out skin. I switched to Cetaphil.
May 27, 2013
Product used: St. Ives (Blemish Control Apricot Scrub)
Cons:
dries out skin, so moisturize after
The problem people seem to make about scrubs is that they use it way to much. This product is for exfoliation and should only be used once-twice a week or it will damage your skin. It has does wonders for my acne prone skin. I use this once or twice a week depending on how oily or unclean my skin is feeling. My face is almost completely clear and I don't have anymore blackheads.
January 4, 2013
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Face Wash, Sensitive)
Pros:
Clearasil applies smoothely on the skin.
Cons:
Other than that, this product not only did not clear up my breakouts, but it broke my skin out even more!!! I saw nothing but red blotchy pimples after just one use.
I would not recommend this product.
July 25, 2012
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Face Wash, Sensitive)
Pros:
Leaves skin soft
Cons:
Doesn't help at all
I have been using this for months and at first it started to clear then I had a HUGE breakout! After I kept using it for a while It never cleared it just got WORSE!
July 2, 2012
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
-Prevents future blackheads, and other spots (Please read further note I've written down on bottom line)
-Makes my skin feel and look clean, smooth, fresh and soft, the same feeling after using my mud mask.
-Gives a nice dewy look on the T-Zone area whilst mattifying away oil.
Cons:
-The packaging instructions doesn't state how much content to use on the skin. I've realised that using a small amount works better as I started using quite a big amount before and it just made me feel as if I was overdoing adding stuff on my face. Making me feel a bit more oily.
Perhaps the best morning and night face scrub I have ever used that has made my skin smooth, soft and works well with my morning moisturiser. The combination of the two works delightfully well with or without wearing make-up. Reviews here have mentioned it to be over drying but that's only if you don't apply moisturiser afterwards in the morning. When using it before bed, moisturiser doesn't need to be used because skin has already been moisturised during the day and this cleanser helps to maintain the skin to be soft and smooth. Other reviews have also mentioned that it hasn't got rid of any previous blackheads but you must remember that it clearly states on the package (which may perhaps be misleading), 'see fewer blackheads', which in other words, your existing blackheads might still remain, but at least it prevents new ones. Scrubs are generally used to rid blackheads eventually because they rub off dead skin cells over time, so the blackheads that remain stuck in the skin (however I've never experienced those really BIG blackheads) will make the spot stuck underneath to eventually appear on the top surface of the skin. Admittedly I have two small cysts on each side of my cheek and I believe that it was to do with using an oil cleanser which I've stopped using. My directions of using: Wet flannel with running water from the hot tap, use flannel to cleanse my face in circular motions. Splash more water over my face and apply less than a thumb size amount of Clean&Clear Scrub and move in small circular motions around the face. Then repeat the flannel action again with hot/warm water to wipe off the cleanser. Splash face one final time to remove extra residue of beads etc and then pat dry face with a clean towel. In the morning, I then apply Olay Complete Care SPF 15 for normal/combination skin. My advice is to skip all the other products that can give us a headache on deciding what else we n
November 16, 2011
Product used: SkinCeuticals (Blemish + Age Defense)
Pros:
It really does clear up acne and diminish wrinkles.
Cons:
Quite expensive, but I'll give up other things so I can afford this.
I'm 74 and have had acne since I was 12. It's always been worst on my chin, and every picture taken of me since junior high shows at least one big spot on my chin. I thought I might make the Guiness Book of World Records for "longest case of acne ever." Then I discovered this product, and it keeps the acne under control and smooths out my wrinkles. Even the )( between my eyes is much less noticeable. Last month I attended my 55-year high school reunion, and received many compliments about my beautiful skin. The group photo of the class shows me with clear skin and fewer wrinkles than most of my classmates. It took 62 years, but finally I really do have beautiful skin!
October 12, 2011
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)
Pros:
Cleared my skin
Moisturized my skin
Smooth and soft
Cons:
pricey
Too many steps
This is the only thing that actually cleared my skin. I have a lot of blackhead and whiteheads and sometimes pimples. I loved it.
July 7, 2011
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)
Pros:
It is a mild, non-stripping cleanser compared to other acne washes out there.
Doesn't leave my skin feeling tight or dry. Brightens skin, and lessens redness.
Makes skin feel cool and texture is left smoother and softer.
Helps keep balance between oily and dry skin.
Turns into creamy foam, and contains gentle circular exfoliation beads.
Helps soften the look of pores.
Smell is pleasant and almost fruity.
Cheap.
Cons:
Doesn't clear up blackheads(BUT it helps prevent them)
Other than that there was nothing I really disliked about the product haha.
This is good cleanser that is great at brightening the overall skintone and balancing. It doesn't zap your pimples and blackheads, but it gently clears your skin and shrinks pores. Would definitely buy if you have sensitive, oily, acne-prone skin. It actually has slight moisturizing properties to it ^-^. One of the best cleansers I have tried.
April 23, 2011
Product used: Biore (Blemish Fighting Ice Cleanser)
Pros:
-Leaves skin smooth
-Noticeable difference in acne severity (over time)
-Smells great
-Easy to use, pump bottle
-Relatively cheap
Cons:
-Can leave skin dry when you start, but as you continue your skin gets used to it.
I have tried Acnefree, Clean and Clear, Neutrogena, and every home remedy possible. I am a 15 year old and my skin has never been better. I SWEAR by this product. I use it every morning and night followed by moisturizer. My skin has never looked more amazing than it does now and i love this product more than anything. This does not dry out my skin and it does not irritate it. I have been using this product everyday for about a year and will continue to buy it!
April 10, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
Pros:
-acne looks less red after use
-feels refreshing
-nice soft scent
-skin doesn't dry out
-skin breaks out less
Cons:
-none
It's a great moisturizer for my face, which dries out really easily. It doesn't irritate my skin and I have very sensitive skin. I don't see a huge difference in my acne from this product alone, however it seems like the only moisturizer that doesn't worsen or irritate my skin. My face seems less red after usage which is always a plus.
Pros:
Makes skin feel very clean
keeps blackheads away
reduces breakouts