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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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April 14, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
I don't recommed this product as it's pretty pricey for such a small amount, burns, and caused a rash for me.
April 10, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Rapid Clear Acne Defense Lotion)
Pros:
Effective Salicyclic Acid (2%); lotion goes on smoothly; it is not overly drying; exfoliates skin; only a small amount is needed.
Cons:
All of these SA and AHA products seem to have a pungent odor, but it quickly dissipates. Skin tingles the first couple of days, but I liked that.
I use this with BP, not instead of it, as recommended by P. Begoun. My skin loves it. My regimen, AM and PM, is this: - Wash Face (wait 5 minutes)
- Apply thin layer of Neutrogena Rapid Clear Lotion (wait 5)
- Apply thin layer of Dan's BP (wait 10-15 )
- Apply moisturizer or sunscreen It leaves my skin smooth and glowing. I wouldn't want to have to choose between BP and the Rapid Clear SA Lotion; the SA is supposed to act like a booster for the BP, and together they work amazingly well. I love my skin with this routine and these products. (Thanks, Dan, for the fundamental steps and the BP!) One warning: Neutrogena also makes a Rapid Clear Gel, which is horrible. One of the main ingredients is Witch Hazel, which burns and irritates skin. Be careful not to confuse the two when ordering or buying. It might work for you, but I couldn't use the gel.
April 9, 2009
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)
Pros:
works on light acne very well, and sorta fast keeps skin clear
Cons:
doesnt work on heavy acne
i love it you should get it if you have light acne
April 5, 2009
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)
Pros:
-Smells great
-Uncloggs your pores
Cons:
-Irritates your skin
-Leaves skin red
-Drys skin out
I recommend this for people with moderate acne and clogged pores. This stuff works but made my skin sore after i used it because of its scrubbing beads. I use it every night so my skin calms down before school. Best if used with a good moisterizer.
March 30, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
It is tingly feeling, exfoliating, and super affordable. It isn't irritating, and my skin feels clean afterwards without feeling dry. I can use it with Differin without irritation.
Cons:
Sometimes the beads get in your hairline
I have extremely sensitive skin and skin that gets extremely dry in areas and oily in others. I struggle to find a cleanser that is gentle enough yet cleansing enough, and can be used with Differin. I have used a lot of expensive products, cleansers from the dermatologist, and used vichy for a while. I picked this up at a walmart when i was on vacation because my vichy stuff exploded in my luggage on the airplane, and I absolutely love it. It is tingly and provides the perfect amount of exfoliation without being overdrying or irritating. It is more cleansing than vichy and way cheaper! I use it in combination with Differin and Diane 35, and my skin looks the best it has looked in a while!
March 29, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Works in minutes
Cons:
overuse will make a bad situation worse....
PLZ READ: It works! but when you apply it, make sure you apply a THIN LAYER!!! A big blob will only make your skin flake and burn.
March 23, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Works really well really fast
Cons:
idk
its great!
March 22, 2009
Pros:
Makes skin feel so soft! Great smell!
Cons:
NONE........ So far
I have used this twice and it smells amazing, refreshs instantly be makes your skin really soft and smooth, hopefully when I use this more in the future it will clear my acne completly.
March 22, 2009
Product used: Stridex (Maximum Pads with Salicylic Acid, Alcohol Free)
Pros:
none
Cons:
irritated my skin, leaves film on skin
i guess this works for some people, but for me, it makes my skin feel irritated. it puts a layer of scummy residue on my face that makes me dry and constricted and has me immediately wash with soap and moisturize.
March 17, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
it get rid of some spots
Cons:
smells like sh*t drys ur skin out
no worth getting
Cons:
It didn't seem to work for me at all. Instead I have large itchy, flakey, red rash where I used the cream! I don't know how to get rid of it and it's quite unsightly!