Topical Keratolytic
Reviews
3.6
6049 Reviews
Topical Keratolytic
Efficacy
55%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Topical Keratolytic
Side Effects
Low
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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Compare To Other Treatments
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Used Salicylic Acid? Rate It:

Choose from 1 to 5 stars
April 21, 2009

Pros:

i love it

it works , it clear my skin in just few days
March 3, 2009

Pros:

- Smell Good
- Feel Clean

Cons:

- Very Dry
- Caused more pimples
- Burnnnn!!

- It dries and burns ur skin out so much after a couple weeks that I ended up with more acnes then before. Sorry not work 4 me. :X
January 9, 2009

Pros:

NONE!

Cons:

I put it on my chin, OMG it made it worse in the morning, i had SO MANY pimples and when i first put it on, i had ONE!

Doesn't work, don't use it, it's f**king fake, nothing works in a day! but this sh*t makes your face worse!
October 30, 2008

Pros:

Felt great, smooth skin after washed.

Cons:

Doesn't work in one night of usage.

I only tried for a day... lol make that a night... ;)
October 21, 2008

Pros:

its a nice face wash to make ur face smell good

Cons:

it sux as far as doing its job as the advertisment says it doesnt help acne at all. proactive does a way better job!

it sux!!!!!!!!!
August 31, 2008

Pros:

it worked better than proactive !

Cons:

none .

clear adavntage actually worked . i've tried soo many products and this is the only one that actually helped .
July 13, 2008

Pros:

it works right away

Cons:

it makes my skin really oily

this product was simply amazing, it dramatically reduced the size of my pimples [i have a lot of pimples, well had :) haha] the only reason i gave it 4 stars was bcuz it made my skin oily but its a great product for pimples.
July 4, 2008

Pros:

it was iight the first 3 dayss or w.e

Cons:

it messed up my face; mad irriation occured; ughhh =O

itts gay !! buh i guess not everyone got dah same skin sooOo if u want go ahead n try;
October 5, 2007

Pros:

It leaves skin soft. Works really well for back acne. Smells nice. Exfoliates well.

Cons:

my skin kinda built up a tolerance for it, i believe. I've been using this stuff for over a year now, and I got great results during the first 5 or 6 months. Now, I'm really broken out and the face wash feels really irritating on my skin. :(

This is great stuff, for a while.
April 2, 2007

Pros:

I used to have very bad acne until my doctor prescribed ro-accutane. Although this drug does have side effects, it changed my life. I started using the 3 step programme in oct 2002 and it is brilliant. I have recommended it to my friends and family.

It is brilliant.

Finding a Doctor

The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.

Finding a Doctor

Only a select few plastic surgeons specialize in acne scar revision surgery. Be certain to find a provider who specializes in acne scar repair and who is passionate and experienced in this area.

Be sure to:

  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
  • Be realistic about results. Look for improvement, not a cure.

Questions to ask a potential scar revision specialist:

  • Are you board certified? Be certain that they are board certified.
  • How long have you been performing these procedures? Normally, the more experience the better, however, some younger surgeons may be more on top of the latest procedures.
  • Can I speak to some of your other patients? Ask for references for several patients who had similar scarring and speak to them about the process and their satisfaction with results.

Red flags:

  • Their story changes: As you discuss different treatment options, if they tend to change their mind easily, or agree with whatever you say, consider this a red flag. A confident, experienced surgeon will possess strong, unwavering opinions.
  • Your gut tells you "no": Trust your gut. If you just don't feel that the doctor is the right fit, trust that and move on. On the other hand, if you feel they are the perfect specialist for you, trust that feeling.