Salicylic Acid
Topical Keratolytic
Reviews
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6049 Reviews
Salicylic Acid
Topical Keratolytic
Efficacy
55%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Salicylic Acid
Topical Keratolytic
Side Effects
Low
Salicylic Acid
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.
Salicylic Acid
Topical Keratolytic
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June 7, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Gentle Formula)

Pros:

It worked well with my sensitive sink, made it glow, and instead of drying out my skin, it kept it hydrated.

Cons:

I would like it to be a little cheaper, but it's definetley worth it.

I've tried sooo many other ance products. Proactiv Gentle Formula was the only one that worked for me. I have no pimples right now. =) It made me feel so much more confident in my appearance. You really should try it!
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June 4, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Face Wash, Sensitive)

Pros:

It kinda does make it even and smoother.

Cons:

Doesn't STOP acne, just helps it.

Its a good product and if you use it regurarly you should see difference in general niceness on skin.
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May 31, 2008
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

Pros:

Great smell, works well, cool color, and tingles.

Cons:

None.

I had 3 very stubborn pimples on my chest that nothing could get rid of and after using this product for a few days they are almost gone! It's a really great product- go buy it!
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May 30, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)

Pros:

it looks very fancy

Cons:

it didnt make my pimples go byby

ill keep using it just because my momma spent lots of money on it for me and she says i have to use it even though it gives me pimple because will hit me some
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May 28, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)

Pros:

It might have prevented my pimples from getting bigger

Cons:

My pimples did not vanish at all. And it smelled funny.

It was not worth the price
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May 28, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)

Pros:

i used it for 2 weeks and my skin was beatiful less spots and pimples

Cons:

then my skin became even more red and my skkin started to peel off i stopped using the product for a week and my face was a whole lot better.DONT USE THIS SH*T

its ok to use a week be4 a party to claer ur face but if u use it over an exteneded amount of time expet peeling skin and big red spots all over ur face!!!!!!1its a ***king rip off
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May 27, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

This product really does DRY your skin!!!I have very senitive skin,and it DRIED my face up ,seriously...

Cons:

DRYS SKIN!!!!

Don't use if you have SENSITIVE SKIN! It will dry your face...I then put on lots,and lots of face moisterizer afterwards,bc my skin bc super dry after using the advantage cleanser. I dont think i will be using this product anymore.
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May 25, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser)

Pros:

Clears up acne nicely. Smells pretty good. Feels great! No dry skin.

Cons:

Must use consistently.

I really like this product. I have pretty mild acne though so I do not know how well it reacts on heavy acne.
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May 8, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser)

Pros:

cheap and "Number 1 recomended by dermatologists". works to keep your skin clean but not acne free.

Cons:

not a good acne treatment

I don't know what dermatologists recomended this stuff....but it didn't touch my pregnancy acne.
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May 5, 2008
Product used: L'Oreal (Pure Zone Pore Tightening Astringent)

Pros:

Very affordable, clears up skin and keeps it clear for long periods of time, it just plain WORKS

Cons:

Sometimes hard to find, not recommended for people who have sensitive skin

The PureZone system has kept my skin clear for two years now. You just have to be vigilant enough to use all three products twice a day. I would recommend using a Benzoyl Peroxide cream on spots. You just have to remember to use ALL THREE (cleanser, toner, and moisturizer) parts of the system and follow the system consistently (preferably twice a day) if you want to see results. I have referred friends to the PureZone system and they've had really good results with the product line too.
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