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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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May 18, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Cons:
it takes a while
give it a try
May 13, 2008
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
Amazing Product, using it for 3 days now, and its gimmick is completely true, my skin cleared up greatly
Cons:
I honestly can't think of any cons, I would probably say price, but I stole mine from WALLMART lol
This is a great product, not sure why there is so many negative reviews, people must not be using it daily or correctly... I strongly recommend you check this one out
May 6, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Rapid Clear Acne Defense Lotion)
Pros:
clears up my acne quickly--overnight
keeps my skin balanced
can apply multiple times per day
Cons:
small bottle
I've been using the rapid clear lotion for almost a month and it has cleared my face almost entirely. I have tried tons of other approaches and medications both oral and topical from my dermatologist. This lotion in combination with a gentle facewash have worked wonders on my skin. The tube's small hole helps to only dispense a small amount, as it spreads very well and is very light on the skin.
May 4, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
not much
Cons:
it has acohol (37%), it burns too
i say the nuetrogena one is better. the rapid clear one. this one burned alot and it runs out easily too. and i actually bought the full kit.
April 25, 2008
Pros:
the fragrance is not so bad and it seems to maybe starting to lighten
Cons:
i can't feel it working on my skin at all so i usually end up leaving on my face for a half/hour (i hope that's not bad*only used for a week*)
seems to be lightly working but i need to use it more for more accurate results
April 24, 2008
Product used: Stridex (Maximum Pads with Salicylic Acid, Alcohol Free)
Pros:
Great clear feeling, much less redness, easy to use. I didn't experience any flaking or other discoloration from this product. Great price!
Cons:
Doesn't clear all acne, you should use other spot treatments after application.
"The best money can buy," is not always true. Stridex salicylic acid pads are very easy to use and you will get good results. I'm 14 and have mild acne, mostly on my chin and upper lip. Occasionally I would flare you with a big red zit around my nose. These help prevent those big zits, keeping your face clean and feeling refreshed. Also, my skin used to be very oily- so much that I would go on stage or under a bright light and would really notice a sheen on my face. These really clear the excess oil off my face.
April 23, 2008
Product used: Neutrogena (Body Clear Body Wash)
Pros:
Makes skin smoother...
Cons:
Really dries out back, made my skin break out worse
You need to use it in conjunction with something to get rid of acne. Overhyped product.
April 20, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Works fast, i saw results in the first hour! how exciting!
Cons:
smelly..
Works well,
April 17, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
Smells okay, works well
Cons:
Need to "give it a coffee break" two or three times a week (see below), dries skin out a little, can't use under makeup
Bought this as it claims to work fast. I does, overnight pimples can be reduced, but i find it works better if you give it a break two or three time a week. You can supposedly use it under makeup, but i find it makes it peel. The smell was okay, i dries out your skin slightly but not a major problem. The tube was odd however, it seems to squirt out more ou than you need, even when you squeeze lightly.
April 15, 2008
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
shrinks pimples overnight, easy to apply
Cons:
dries out skin a little, funny texture
this stuff is a lifesaver when you have an annoying zit you want GONE.
Pros:
it works pretty well