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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 2, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Cons:
-beads don't exfoliate? and are a hassle to rinse off
-dries out skin a bit around my mouth and nose
-doesn't prevent acne and blackheads are still there
i use this product when i shower because it's easier to rinse of the little blue beads that tend to stick to your hair if you're a girl/boy with bangs. ummm, my acne has not been lessened and i was rather disappointed with this product. I use it with the dual action moisturizer from clean and clear.
August 1, 2009
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer)
Pros:
it has Salicylic acid and is not irritable which is good for sensitive skin like mine. Smells nice
Cons:
no spf, which i believe u should use since this product has salicylic acid. didn't do much for me. kinda expensive. Feels a lil heavy, can't wear under makeup
this honestly didnt do much for my skin. It moisturizers ok and it is not irritable at all which is nice. Maybe this is better for people with light acne. I'm kinda mad it's not doing much for me cuz it's kinda expensive for such a small bottle.
August 1, 2009
Pros:
-works well as a skin softener and moisturizer
-fresh smell, and makes skin feel "tingly"
Cons:
-worked great at first however now that i have been using it for a while my skin seems to have grown...immune?
-when i first began using it it actually helped clear my skin a bit, but now the acne is back and it doesnt seem to be workign at clearing it, however my recent breakouts could be attributed to other factors so i am not completely blaming the product -but it is still great and removing oil with out the redness, moisturizing and makes my skin glow=)
July 30, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
it's not expensive, it smells great.
Cons:
kinda dries out your face, MAY make your acne worse.
i used neutrogena and it worked for me but after a while i guess it stopped. so i decided to try clean and clear. it's not really working for me, nver break out onn my cheeks only on my forhead and a little on my chin. ever since i started using clean and clear it has made me nreak out more. i never had alot of pimple to begin with, and i have waaay more pimples then i started with. im gonna give it another couple weeks and if i don't see improvment then im probably gonna stop using it. i only recommend this product if you don't have sensitive skin.
July 24, 2009
Pros:
Really deep cleans, smells nice, helps with acne.
Cons:
Kind of abrasive.
This deep cleans and smells delicious. It also helps with my acne overnight. However, it can be abrasive for people with dry or sensitive skin. Its fine for me though! Just rub gently.
July 23, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
i use this together with biore and my acne is like fading away! haha! so yeah! this product is really good!
July 19, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
Pros:
the smell and bottles are good (=
Cons:
this redness isn't going away and it makes me upset i just bought this and it really irraiting my skin
hate it because of the redness
July 18, 2009
Pros:
Fades it, however it will take plenty of time, patience, and use.
Cons:
It took me 2 years of using this product as directed to see significant results in the reduction of hyperpigmentation caused by acne.
The product does calm existing acne and reduces the size and redness, as well as significantly reducing the appearance of post-acne marks. However, as I have mentioned, it took me two years with consistent application as directed by the product to see these changes (in addition to the regiment that I have been following on a daily basis). Do not expect this product to work overnight, it will take plenty of patience and use for you to see the hyperpigmentation subside. If you have deep acne scars, I'm sorry but lasers are your best option. Plenty of lasers now offer collagen fillers, which fill the "holes" in deep acne scars while eliminating hyperpigmentation. They are usually $280 per treatment and depending on your situation, take 3-4 sessions. I would recommend seeing your dermatologist because there are other ways of reducing hyperpigmentation, such as retinol creams like Atralin. Good luck!!!
July 18, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
cleared my moderate acne in a few weeks
did not over-dry my skin
skin looks better
Cons:
none for me
Much less expensive than other acne treatments...and worked well for my "mature" acne without drying out my skin....nothing more aggravating than acne in your forties...and this worked for me
July 17, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Works nicely to clear.
Cons:
Takes a bit of time to get used to.
This product cleared me up in a week or so, just skin has to take the time to work with it.
Pros:
-it makes your skin feel clean and soft