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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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June 23, 2008
Product used: St. Ives (Blemish & Blackhead Control Apricot Face Wash)
Cons:
Dried me out, even in summer!
My skin is not very oily at all, so this was too harsh on my combo skin. It helped clear my acne a bit, and although I would love to keep using it, it just doesn't agree with me. I recommend it for those with oily and tougher skin.
June 20, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser)
Pros:
Inexpensive, good cleanser
Cons:
Can be drying, cleans well, but does not necessarily clear acne
I think this is a good cleanser for acne-prone skin. This is the first over-the-counter cleanser I have used that did not make my acne worse. With the combined use of Retin-A I have seen a signficant decrease in acne.
June 6, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Smells okay, foams up nicely, doesn't sting or burn
Cons:
over-drying, doesn't work at all
I have to say, that i was greatly disappointed with this product.
None the less, I continued to use it. It did not help, or make me break out, but it dried out my face ALOT. I might give it another try, this time with the spot treatment, but so far clinique facial soap is doing alot more for me.
June 4, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash 60 Second Mask Scrub)
Pros:
This stuff is the only stuff that seems to work on my face, its awesome
Cons:
I can't seem to find it anywhere anymore... Walmart doesn't sell it, nor CVS or Rite Aid
I've had acne since I was 11. I've tried everything from pro-active to going to see dermatologists and try their methods pretty much you name it i've tried it. Then I found neutrogena 60 second face mask scrub and thought it was cool and figured i'd try it. I tried it and fell in love with it. I noticed major differences in a very short period of time. I ran out about a month ago and my acne is starting to act up again. And no matter where I look for it or how hard I try to find it I can't find it anywhere. Walmart, CVS and riteaid don't carry it anymore and I want to know why because that's the only stuff i've found that really really works. Walking around with acne for 9 years wasn't fun and I really don't want to do it again. So if anyone knows where to find it please let me know.
June 2, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Maximum Strength Pore Cleansing Pads)
Pros:
It cleaned the dirt and oil off my skin.
Cons:
It made my face burn. It irritated my skin more than anything and it smells really bad like chemicals. It also made my face red for about 10 minutes after I used it.
I didn't help me. Cleaned my face, maybe, but irritated it and it burns.
May 31, 2008
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)
Pros:
It made my skin a lot softer and helped keep my acne more under control. Smells great too!
Cons:
Doesn't work on more severe acne.
Try it. It works on mild acne and is very inexpensive compared to most products.
May 26, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
It works amazing at my skin.It reduces the redness
Cons:
none
it smell good.
May 26, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Noticable improvement immediately!
I bought this kit as a last step before the dermatologist. It seemed like every day i was getting a new pimple and I couldnt do anything to stop it. I decided to drop the 20 dollars and go for it and i am so glad I did.
May 25, 2008
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)
Pros:
Makes skin smooth, soft, clears blackheads and whiteheads.
Cons:
Could have more beads for better exfoliation. Dries out skin.
Pretty good product for mild acne.
May 23, 2008
Pros:
none
Cons:
not sure
I have been just using this product for 2 days now and i noticed that i've been breaking out. im not sure if im allergic to product or maybe because im using other acne medications such as proactive.
Pros:
My skin improved while using it, LOVED the fragrance