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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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August 4, 2015
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Meh
I've used this product for years with the entire line. It made my skin smoother, but made no impact on my acne.
July 30, 2015
Tough Skin Only
Works but you have to have really tough skin for this one.
July 15, 2015
Non-irritating, not much improvement
I used the entire bottle, and didn't really notice any difference. It didn't make acne worse, and the smell was pleasant. It felt sticky on the skin. Unfortunately, didn't help fade my scars.
May 14, 2015
Product used: Neutrogena Naturals (Acne Cream Cleanser)
Alright, nothing miraculous
Not really a big Neutrogena fan but this stuff is ok. It doesn't foam, only has 1% salicylic acid, and contains menthol so it makes your whole face feel cool and tingly. It reminds me a lot of the Burt's Bees Deep Clean Cleanser but that stuff I could not get to rinse completely off my face and this stuff easily rinses off.
May 14, 2015
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
does a pretty good job
I bought this because a friend told me it worked for her. I didn't use it with any other facewash or anything because i wanted to see the true results. On its own it was able to do its job and actually reduced the size of many of my pimples. Honestly though it didn't make them go away completly so in the end i finished it off but never bought a second one.
April 27, 2015
Product used: Noxzema (Triple Clean Anti-Blemish Pads)
Works for the most part
I bought this pruduct and it stung a little the first few days of using it but my acne definitely got better within a week
April 19, 2015
Product used: Neutrogena (Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Daily Scrub)
Giving 2 stars solely because It didn't permanently make my skin sucky.
Nope. Just no. This scrub is too harsh and caused my face to appear red, raw, and shiny after trying it. While these effects weren't too severe, it made my face look generally awful. Thank god for BB cream to cover it up before I went out in public. While I would love to say the cleansing part of it cleared up my acne, it didn't. If anything, the lack of good cleanser made my acne worse. Additionally, this made my skin feel tight. I don't have sensitive skin, allergic reactions/allergies of any kind, nor was I using the product incorrectly. I may use this product as hand/body scrub simply because I don't wanna waste that 9 bucks I paid for it. (I'm 13, 9 dollars is a lot of my income, lol!) I will, however, continue using the corresponding moisturizer but I won't buy replacements of either Neutrogena product. If you want a good cleanser, grab some Noxzema and if you want an exfoliant, St. Ives is your man.
March 6, 2015
Product used: Murad (Clarifying Cleanser)
dont buy it
worst mistake buying this product. i got a lot of recommendations from my friends to buy this cleanser, and saw on the website numerous good reviews. little did i know it would break me out even more. i used this product for a month in a half, and saw no improvement, not worth the money,
January 29, 2015
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Cream Cleanser)
Love it!
Even though it's exfoliating, it's gentle enough to use daily (or even twice daily). I combine it with their moisturizer and I love it. While my face isn't free from breakouts, it's clearer than it has been with expensive products like Clinique or Proactive. I only get a few pimples as opposed to full face breakouts. I will definitely be repurchasing.
January 27, 2015
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser)
Doesn't work
I tried this product every week twice a day and it had no difference on my face I wouldn't recommend, however it may work on some people