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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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July 28, 2008
Cons:
Broke me out in BIG CYSTS that lasted several weeks... made my skin more oily!
Not worth it at all, if you have very light acne and strong skin this might be good. I see all these good reviews and I was hoping for something good, but I guess my skin has become sensitive over the years of trying sooo many acne products. I HATE ACNE, it has ruined 7 years of my life! Aveeno products are much better, I just started on that this month and love it :)
July 27, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
It does help dry out pimples well to make them less.. plump/tender and I really LOVE the smell. It does help the redness a bit. A small amount goes a long way. Can use with or without makeup and doesn't show.
Cons:
The tube is REALLY sensitive to the touch.
I have ridiculously oily skin and I noticed that the gel doesn't really dry my skin out. (I use the face wash Cetaphil) I've never noticed any red marks. Surprisingly enough, this works on the super deep pimples that are underneath the surface. It only stings if I've been picking at a pimple and the skin is broken before I put it on (it doesn't really hurt that much). Even so, it does help bring the puss to the surface. I can wear makeup over the spots I put this on and you can't see it at all (even when I'm not wearing makeup) One thing I really DO like about this.. the tube doesn't scream "I'm using this because I have acne".. since the lettering is small. Overall, it's not my acne miracle cure, but I'm pretty happy with this product and will use this in the future, providing it continues to work this well.
July 25, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Nice packaging and nice smelling product
Cons:
Started off great then stopped
This product started out great thought it was working face was smoother and I only had slight acne. Then about a two weeks in it just stopped working. Will not buy again.
July 24, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
The cleanser has a pleasant smell to it, and it feels soft to the touch.
Cons:
However, this product did NOT work for me within 3 days, or even within a month! I'm very disappointed in this product. For something so cheap, I'm surprised that I actually believed it would work.
Don't waste your time. If your acne is truly something you want to clear up, contact your doctor about a dermatologist and set up an appointment to find something TRULY worth your time. This product is a disgrace, and should immediately remove the "Clearer skin in 3 days" guarantee.
July 23, 2008
Pros:
Works very well and works very fast-dries in about 5 minutes! Gets rid of red marks and evens skin tone.
Cons:
Although the price it totally worth it it is a bit expensive but you don't have to use to much.
I am a lifer! I will use this for life unless the price gets to outrageous but that would take a lot!
July 19, 2008
Product used: Stridex (Maximum Pads with Salicylic Acid, Alcohol Free)
Pros:
Occasionally clears up acne. Sometimes helps with zits that you can pop. [it makes them smaller]
Cons:
Very inconsistent. I have sensitive skin, and my skin is now EXTREMELY dry. Temporarily makes affected area redder, and sometimes burns. Has basically no affect on the kind of zits that you can't pop.
Do not use if you have sensitive skin, or at least don't use more than once daily.
July 16, 2008
Pros:
It leaves skin feeling clean and soft. Has a fresh scent.
Cons:
It only worked for about a week or so. My face started breaing out again.
It probably works best for mild acne.
July 14, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Rapid Clear Acne Defense Lotion)
Pros:
Smells good, not sticky, feels good and smooth without making my skin looks white , works really well.. without irritating my skin.
Cons:
none
If your skin is sensitive to Benzoyl Peroxyde, this will work for you. Unlike BP, it won't leave your skin overly dry.
July 12, 2008
Pros:
Smells good
Cheap
Cons:
Way too rough, damaging to skin
Didn't clear my skin
This did absolutely nothing for my skin. It actually made my skin oily, every time I ever used it, the next day my skin was much oilier than it usually it. Plus, I heard it can be very damaging to your skin from many different websites. DON'T USE IT!
June 25, 2008
Pros:
Makes skin softer and pores smaller.
Cons:
Not worth the HORRIBLE SMELL!! It smells like hair dye and rotten vinegar!!
Don't spend a lot of money on it--froogle it and buy it online somewhere because it's just not worth it, especially if you have red marks really bad around your mouth and chin area like I do. But if you only have minimal scarring, I say go for it.
Pros:
Really good exfoliator!