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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June 14, 2010
Product used: St. Ives (Blemish Control Green Tea Gel Cleanser)

Pros:

face feels fresh and clean...

Cons:

after 2 weeks of use my face started to break out... Before using this product I was on Dans BP regimen and my face actually responded well to it. A big mistake adding St. Ives green tea cleanser.

This cleanser might work for some people...
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June 9, 2010
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser)

Pros:

It leaves your skin feeling refreshed.

Cons:

Doesn't help w/ redness or acne, AT ALL.

This is my 4th Neutrogena product that I've used, and just like the rest, I hate it. I used it consistently for about 2 or 3 months hoping to see results, but nothing changed. I'm not impressed by Neutrogena products because none of them seem to work.
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June 9, 2010
Product used: Dermalogica (Clean Start)

Pros:

made skin soft.

Cons:

didnt work for me

i think this product is great for balancing ph levels it made my skin ultra soft like never before. however my mild acne became much worse and whet to moderate. these products werent for me.
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May 11, 2010
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser)

Pros:

it does make you feel refreshed and soothes very temporally

Cons:

WASTED MY MONEY!

Bottom line is simple, dont use it :D
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April 27, 2010
Product used: Biore (Blemish Treating Astringent)

Pros:

dries up pimples, prevents any new ones from forming, smells good.

Cons:

makes skin red, leaves acne marks.

I've been using this product for about 3 weeks now and my acne has cleared up, however this product leaves acne marks very noticeable and does not lessen the appearance of acne marks.
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March 22, 2010
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)

Pros:

Good nice smell ( no chemical Odor to it)

Cons:

Leaves skin fresh Smooth and fresh

Works Great on my skin It kills acne yet it does not over dry
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December 18, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)

Pros:

works well, got rid of most of my pimples

Cons:

it is powerful and stings the first time you use it

strong, and gets rid of pimples fast but because of it's strength, use it once a day for the first few days and dilute it with water just so that it isn't as strong on the skin then start to use it twice a day afterwards.
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December 9, 2009
Product used: Biore (Pore Unclogging Scrub)

Pros:

Very nice cooling sensation, leaves skin un-oily after use, feels like having botox (tightens skin). Results so far: pretty good.

Cons:

It's been a few days and nothing happening yet.

Feels like it will work. I'll keep you all updated. (btw I'm a teenager) Teen=pimples.
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November 16, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)

Pros:

Works

Cons:

Stings, feels sticky

This product always works pretty well on my zits and breakouts. Not in one day, but after two I start to see very positive results. I have oily skin and it does not dry my skin out, but if you have dry/sensitive skin then use with caution - maybe squirt a little bit on a wet paper towel or cotton ball and apply it that way so it's diluted a bit. I have found that when applied to a breakout area, applying a thin layer of calamine lotion and mixing them together on the skin works even better. Wouldn't recommend for dry skin though as both of these products are drying. Personally I enjoy the smell, but it does feel a little sticky on the skin.
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November 12, 2009
Product used: Aveda (Outer Peace Acne Relief Kit)

Pros:

none

Cons:

ive been using the products for about a month now. I had a normal acne problem when i started using it, but around the third week I started to see rashes on my forehead, which then i realised its very likely to be rosacea. Expensive trash !

If youre planning to buy it, dont. If you already have it, read my comment above !!
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