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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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July 7, 2011
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)
Cons:
EXPENSIVE! But worth it :)
It gets rid of acne and works!
June 11, 2011
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)
Pros:
Nice color/smell
Cons:
Dries out skin INCREDIBLY.
Turns pimples into mosquito bite looking rash
OVERPRICED for what it's worth.
MANNNY CONS.
After washing with this once I didn't see a major difference.. just that my skin smelled nice.
However.. around after using it for 2 weeks, my face erupted into what I thought were zits.. but they weren't! It was a weird, mosquito bite looking, widespread RASH. I didn't know what to do, and i SURELY didn't want to leave my house. On top of that was also that my skin was peeling around the unflattering bumps.
I went back to using a calming face wash and it luckily cleared it rather quickly..
BUT SPARE YOURSELF. DO *NOT* USE THIS PRODUCT. IT IS TRASH.
June 6, 2011
Product used: Philosophy (Clear Days Ahead Kit)
Pros:
Gentle, foaming, light and works for me!
Cons:
Expensive
Let me start by saying I believed there was absolutely nothing out there short of a prescription that could help me. I also think no one solution will work for everyone. I'm 30 and had a pregnancy ordeal a couple of years ago. Ever since then, I've had moderately bad acne (I think whiteheads). I've had very mild adult acne since my mid-twenties too. I've been using Proactiv for years, but finally got fed up with seeing 0 results. (I've also tried all the "natural" solutions...milk of mag, vitamins, etc.and am already an extremely healthy eater) After calling to cancel last year, they sent me their "maximum strength" products, which only helped for a couple of months. I started the Philosophy On a Clear Day Foaming Face Wash and Retinol Lotion about a week and a half ago (didn't order/use the whole kit). II instantly could tell it's much gentler than Proactiv and could feel a difference the first time I used the lotion. For the past week and a half, however, I've seen minimum results...until today. My skin is so much more clear and old acne marks are fading (they appeared more when I started than before I started using it, until today). It's not 100%, might never be and I'm okay with that. I'm just glad finally found something that will help. Philsosphy On a Clear Day is a keeper! P.S. I also still use the Proactiv Refining Mask every 2-3 days.
May 6, 2011
Product used: Clinique (Acne Solutions Cleansing Bar)
Pros:
Very mild
Fragrance-free
Clears breakouts without irritation
Removes all makeup and oil
Not very expensive
Cons:
Acne may get worse the first few weeks of use
Flaking of skin may occur the first few weeks
Bar soap isn't the most convenient
Hasn't completely cleared my skin
I've been using this pretty consistently for a few months now and it's probably the only medicated cleanser that hasn't irritated my skin and made my breakouts worse. For a medicated soap it's very mild. I realized that medicated cleansers I was using in the past made my breakouts worse because they contained artificial fragrances and dyes that can irritate skin. This soap doesn't contain any of that stuff and it's definitely helped reduce my acne. Will continue buying.
April 29, 2011
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)
Pros:
Smells nice and feels nice on the skin. All natural products that won't damage the skin.
Cons:
Bottles are relatively small for the price you pay.
I'm 25 and have been an acne sufferer for a few years now. I decided to use Arbonne's clear advantage system after a course of Accutane which cleared my skin up dramatically. Arbonne for me is to maintain the little acne that I do get from time to time, and prevent new pimples from coming in. So far, I've been on it for a few months now and it has done just that. It definitely keeps my acne under control. My acne is not worse or better, but it's definitely maintained. Clear advantage leaves my skin feeling really smooth and soft, and it shrinks the pores as well. It also helps in flattening the pimples that are already formed on the surface of the skin. My skin looks healthier and has a nice healthy glow to it. I recommend this system to those who are looking to maintain their acne rather than cure it. Good luck to all!
April 26, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
Pros:
Makes skin feel great.
Does not make face greasy.
Moisturizes very well.
Cons:
None
I really love this. I have very oily skin and acne so I don't like to use moisturizers after I cleanse/exfoliate etc because I fear that the they will moisturize TOO much to the point my skin is oily, but moisturizing is still important. I used this and on the FIRST try my face felt really soft, and it wasn't oily! It didn't feel greasy at all, and it had no oily shine. I really recommend this product to anyone with oily skin!
April 18, 2011
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)
Pros:
-light and foamy
-clean scent
-keeps skin free from acne!
-gives a really nice smooth texture to skin
Cons:
-probably doesn't work to clear up acne on its own
I LOVE this product. I first began to use this in conjunction with Benzaclin Gel to get rid of the tiny red bumps on my forehead. Once that acne went away (within a month), I stopped using the medication and just used this cleanser. I love it!! I have not had a major breakout since I have been using it, and that is just amazing especially since I suffered from those little bumps for years. I have been using this cleanser for almost 2 years now and I wouldn't change it for anything.
February 4, 2011
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)
Pros:
Cleared up most of my blackheads and pimples on my forehead and chin. Wonderful smell. And it made my face less oily and so smooth. My sister who had light acne used it and it cleared it all up and it never came back!
Cons:
I stopped using it for a few weeks and my pimples came back twice as bad even on my cheeks( I've never had them on my cheeks before)
It works if you keep going with it!
January 29, 2011
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
-Exfoliates nicely, leaves skin soft and smooth
-Smell (smells like a strawberry banana smoothie to me :))
-not too harsh on the skin
Cons:
-Doesn't completely eliminate blackheads, just minimized the severity
-Doesn't do much for acne if used just by itself
-The beads definitely do get annoying. My skin is now COVERED in them!
I use this in conjunction with Clean&clear continuous control (Botchla's Regimen) and the combination of the two have saved my life! However, this product by itself is just alright. It does make skin super smooth and clean, but doesn't really "eliminate" blackheads like it says it does. If you are using this product and aren't really seeing results as far as acne goes, trying adding in a benzoyl peroxide cleanser/gel to your routine. Increases the effectiveness of both products and the two have done wonders for my skin :)
December 22, 2010
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer)
Pros:
It's cheap.
Works instantly!
Not oily/greasy.
Smells good!!!
Cons:
Nothing
I've been really hesitant on using this product, because let's be honest here, I never use any drug store brands before on my face.... but since I was running low on my make up forever moisturizer.... and well short on cash as that matter, I decided to try this out... and I LOVE IT!!! seriously, to me it works better then the name brand products, and it's so cheap too! which is perfect for me. I've only used it this for a week.. but let me just tell you.. on the first night i've used this, I could already see my skin being brighter and clear. It's been a week now, and I can see some of my acne scars go away! for anyone whose undecided on buying this product, I suggest you get this now! it works so good, and it's so cheap!!!
Pros:
So this is my first time using this product. I have been EXTREMELY stressed about my acne and nothing has been working for me. When I bought this system, I saw results within the first two times I washed my face! Love this product! However, I would recomend to only use it once a day.