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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March 14, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Advanced Solutions Acne Mark Fading Peel With CelluZyme)

Pros:

It works, I use it at night now instead of BP(no moisturizer either though). My dark spots are fading and I have not woken up with a new pimple since I started using it.

Cons:

Hard to find, I got it at Bed Bath and Beyond of all places. Couldn't find it at Target or CVS, at previously purchased it at both places.

I will go out of my way to find this product, it really works on my not sensitive skin.
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March 13, 2009
Product used: Nature's Cure (Anti-Acne Papaya Skin Care System)

Pros:

sort of worked....

Cons:

itchy, runny, smells bad

It made my face really itchy, now i am all red..... ARG!
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March 11, 2009
Product used: L'Oreal (Pure Zone Skin Clearing Foaming Cleanser)

Pros:

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED IT!
The ONLY product that worked for my skin.

Cons:

Not available anymore and that's TERRIBLE.

I NEED THIS PRODUCT BACK!
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March 10, 2009
Product used: St. Ives (Medicated Apricot Scrub for Oily or Acne Prone Skin)

Pros:

Smells Delish like yummy apricots, my skin loves it, doesnt make me dry out like my old tea tree scrub, makes my face SO soft and more even texture, does help clear spots abit as it is medicated, i would use it every day maybe 2-3times a weekat night

Cons:

None so far.

Try it its pretty good.
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February 9, 2009
Product used: L'Oreal (Acne Response Kit)

Pros:

I am 27and have tried many acne products including pro active. And this is the only treatment that has worked. It clears my skin up within a day or two. As long as I continue use my face stays breakout free.

IT WORKS!
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February 9, 2009
Product used: L'Oreal (Pure Zone Skin Clearing Foaming Cleanser)

Pros:

works great never found anything elsde like it.

Cons:

I can't find it.

I love this product I can't believe it's been discontinued they should of spent more money on advertising. I've tried other products but nothing else comes close.
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February 2, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Stress Control, Power-Clear Scrub)

Pros:

feels good

Cons:

doesnt do anything,

no bueno, i think that since it softens ur skin the zits or what ever u have reduce in size but last londer could work for u tho
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January 23, 2009
Product used: Clearasil (Maximum Strength Pore Cleansing Pads)

Pros:

You can feel the pads sloughing off dead skin and reaching deep into your pores. It's also great for making sure I get every bit of make-up off after washing. These pads are also really handy.

Cons:

Very drying. I've had to stop using this product in the winter months because it's far too harsh for my dry skin. My eyebrows got bleached a little, but I should have read the label better. It smells a little masculine for me, but it's not a big deal

If you have a lot of severely clogged pores and/or blackheads, I suggest giving these a try. They're so handy and easy to use. They're also fairly cheap and very easy to find.
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January 22, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Oil-Free Acne Stress Control, 3-in-1 Hydrating Acne Treatment)

Pros:

none

Cons:

makes face HARD and DRYS SKIN SO BAD i can peel it off my face. so gross and it ruined my face for a few days.

garbage if you have dry skin.
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January 19, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)

Pros:

Leaves skin soft and moisturized.

Cons:

I have brown skin and this product doesn't work for me at all.

I've used this product for a few months now and I haven't noticed any changes. I use it after washing my face with Nivea for men but the pimples keep coming. DO NOT use this product while you're using another product that contains benzoyl peroxide.
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