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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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December 29, 2016
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)
Smells delicious, but makes your face furious
This stuff smells awesome but after the first wash, I felt my skin tingle. I thought that meant it was doing its job, but after several uses I got irritation around my eyes and chin. Then the worst happened, my acne became much worse. Nope.
November 23, 2016
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)
Not good
After the 2nd wash I got irritation around my left eye I ignored it because I thought it was a bug bite, but for 3rd wash both eyes were irritated AF after I remove my makeup and the itchiness was there as well. So desappointed that I wasted my money. My face is oily, acne prone and has dark marks with huge pores
July 30, 2015
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)
Awful Product. Ruined Skin.
I had an absolutely terrible experience with this product. My skin was doing very well on Proactiv for years, but when I heard about Arbonne and how it was supposed to be the best thing yet, I decided to give it a try. Never have I been more disappointed with a skin care line. My skin felt itchy the entire time as it was dried out (yet oily somehow), and my face became extremely red, bumpy, and filled with painful whiteheads. It was so horrific that I had people commenting on how terrible my skin looked since they had seen how nice my face was while using Proactiv. I was encouraged to stay on Arbonne as I was told that the product was releasing the toxins in my skin. My skin never cleared up and actually got increasingly worse. I have now been off of the product for a month and my skin has not recovered. My face has never been in more pain and looked at its very worst while diligently using this system. It's going to take a long time to reverse the damage that this product caused. Fortunately I have been reimbursed, but that is not even enough to make up for such an acne enducing product and an acne filled summer. For me, Proactiv is the way to go!
December 10, 2014
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
very drying
I am an African American teen and the Essentials Deep Cleaning Astringent or toner caused so much dryness and irritation. My skin is oily around my T-zone and this actually made my skin very dry. It was drying out the pimples but also dried out my skin causing a burning sensation. I think this product would be much better if it didn't not include alcohol and was unscented for people with sensitive skin like me.
September 17, 2014
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash, Pink Grapefruit)
not bad, but contains SLS
this cleanser is very strange for me.when i looked at the cosdna site, i didn't see any SLS among the ingredients, and when i bought mine,i looked at the back of the bottle and there it was... i don't know,it doesn't dry me out THAT much, just like any other cleanser with sulfates,but oh well...maybe it has a different formula on the european market, a lot of products do. it's not bad and doesn't cause major problems but i will not repurchase.
April 8, 2013
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser)
Cons:
None
This is probably my favorite cleanser right now. When I use it, I cover my entire face and leave it on for at least a minute in the morning, maybe three minutes at night (almost like a mini mask). It makes your skin feel tingly, in a good way! I used this with my Proactiv Solution system, and found that it worked even better together. Also, this product seemed to hydrate my skin, not dry it out like others mentioned. My skin felt so smooth after the first use, I was shocked. Really, I think it is worth a try.
February 23, 2012
Product used: Clearasil (Daily Face Wash, Sensitive)
Pros:
It doesn't dry out your skin like other facewashes
it has a nice lather to it.
Cons:
The smell.
I really like this face wash I've stuck with it for a good while now. It WONT clear your acne though. It just CLEANS your face.
February 21, 2012
Product used: SkinCeuticals (Blemish + Age Defense)
Pros:
Dries up oil, lightens acne scars
Cons:
Expensive
Love this product. I have had cyctic acne since teen years, and am now 33. I have been limited with what my dermatologist could do because we are either pregnant or trying to get pregnant for the last couple of years. I did Proactiv for awhile, but it did not work consistently. I also did 4 smoothbeam treatments, which worked great, but results only lasted 1 year. Cost there was $400. So now my derm recommended Blemish & AGe Defense. I noticed results over night. My cystic acne seemed to be shrinking. My skin was not oily or inflamed (red). A few days later, my acne scars are lightening. My current acne is still healing, but no new pimples. I am completely amazed. The product is expensive (about $78 + shipping on skinceuticals web site), but my derm said 1 bottle should last about 6 months. So the cost over 6 months is not so bad for me, and way cheaper than smoothbeam. Last comment: I have extremely sensitive skin. I have eczema/seborratic dermatitis around my nose, which means drying acne products may work on my acne, but flair my eczema. This product gives me no flairs. It is worth trying, My derm gave me a free sample bottle, which I am still using, and it's been almost a week.
February 9, 2012
Product used: ZAPZYT (Acne Wash)
Pros:
really helps clear & prevent acne
best wash yet
affordable, & better than expensive washes
Cons:
leaves skin dry & tight feeling
smells somewhat chemical
bottle is harder to manage than some
name honestly put me off for a while (lol-silly)
Best acne wash I have tired out of many
December 23, 2011
Product used: ZAPZYT (Acne Wash)
Pros:
Smells good
VERY EFFECTIVE
Leaves my skin absolutely clear!
Cons:
drying
I got this product since i was so satisfied with their other product, the acne treatment gel. It works great! I've had acne since 5th grade, and i have tried so many products. From proactive to Clean and Clear, none of them clear my acne and clear my blemishes. the only acne i get now is tiny little bumps now and then. Here's a tip for quick exfoliation:
When in the shower, make the water very steamy until you begin to sweat. Put your face under the warm-hot water, and then wipe with a warm-hot wash cloth. do this 2 or 3 times, and then wash with Zapzyt acne wash. This leaves my face smooth like glass.
Pros:
Evened out skin tone
Made my skin feel very smooth
Lessened redness and small pimples
Saw and felt results within two days!