Salicylic Acid
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Widely available in over-the-counter skin care products in 0.5 - 2% strength, salicylic acid helps shed skin cells as well as reduce inflammation in the skin.

It's generally recommended to apply a salicylic acid-containing product 1-2 times per day, depending on your skin's tolerance and the product type.

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July 31, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)

Pros:

my skin felt kinda smoother.

Cons:

didn't do any thing for my blackheads :( its hard to clean off the beads

um...blackhead cleanser...nah....exfoliating cleanser..maybe....
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July 26, 2007
Product used: Nature's Cure (Anti-Acne Papaya Skin Care System)

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I am in love with the scent, and it does not dry out my skin. It leaves my skin very soft. The pink packaging is attractive and doesn't scream, "YOU HAVE BAD SKIN, THIS IS FOR LOTS AND LOTS OF ACNE!", like most treatments.

Cons:

The consistency of the cleanser could possibly be richer or thicker. Also, the lotion could be a bit less shiny on my skin. The lotion does control oil like it says, but sometimes leaves a bit of shine.

I am on multiple prescription antibiotics and treatments, and the skin care system that I was using was making my skin very dry. I am allergic to benzoyl peroxide, so I bought the Papaya kit. Again I reiterate, that the scent is FABULOUS! It smells so natural and fresh. The salicyclic acid clears up what the prescription medicines don't, so I have almost perfect skin now (except for my unremovable chicken pox scar). This system leaves my skin radiant and exfoliated. I bought it from a convenience store, and it was not too expensive. Try this product, because there is a guarantee, so you may send it back if you are unsatisfied. I like it alot, but everyone's skin is different. This a wonderfully fragrant and gentle product for people with blemish problems such as myself.
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July 14, 2007
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

Smells nice and it works!

Cons:

Overly dries out the skin.

Its a decent product
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July 8, 2007
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Acne Clearing Scrub)

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Smells OK and looks alright

Cons:

makes your skin dry, and I have very oily skin.

Dont bother
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July 4, 2007
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

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SMELLS GREAT and leaves a tingly feeling on ur face.

Cons:

kinda dries out ur face if ur not careful with it.

BUY IT!!!!! its worth the money and it smells great! my Blackheads were actually gone after two application of this toner! and i can actually see my pores getting smaller its cool =]
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June 22, 2007
Product used: Arbonne (Clear Advantage System)

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Smells great like a minty scent, and the clenser lathers up well.

Cons:

After I herd so many great things about it I was determined to try it. The results were far from what i expected. The first week i started using it my skin started to improve and then I started getting these little white heads all over my checks.

I've used products before that was way more effective than this and not to mention cheaper. I've went back to my orginal regiman and my face is starting to clear up(thank god!). This product didnt work for me and I dont recommend it. Trust me it kinda sucks and its not worth the price.
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June 20, 2007
Product used: Burt's Bees (Natural Acne Solutions Kit)

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smells great, brightens skin

Cons:

the poppy seeds get in the sink!

burt's bees lemon poppyseed facial cleanser is great! this stuff actually brightens my aging skin and i love the way it smells. the trick is to wash it off with a washcloth.
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May 18, 2007
Product used: St. Ives (Medicated Apricot Scrub for Oily or Acne Prone Skin)

Pros:

everything

Cons:

nothing really

i love it
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May 11, 2007
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer)

Pros:

moisturizes pretty well
smells great
good texture, makes skin feel smooth

Cons:

seems like it only works during the summer in warm weather, when I used it in the winter, my skin was still dry and I had more breakouts

good moisturizer, doesn't clear up acne
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May 5, 2007
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Acne Mark Fading Peel With CelluZyme)

Pros:

Makes my skin smoother and more even. Helps my complexion.

Cons:

The Price. And not that dramatic of a change.

I have been only using this product for about a week. I just came on the forums to see if it really works. But all people say is that it smells bad. It doesnt smell that bad. People just need to suck it up. It definately makes my skin smoother. And I have a very uneven complexion, with red acne marks in random places. This product does seem to make my skin brighter and more even. Havent seen a significant fading in each acne mark. But I can tell it will.
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