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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March 2, 2016
Product used: Neutrogena (Pink Grapefruit Cream Cleanser)
Ok
I used this a while back and haven't used it again. It was not the best treatment for me because I couldn't tell a difference ( after a while) . My acne is light right now, so you may need servere acne for this to completely work. It was ok, not great or terrible. It probably depends on the skin type.
December 29, 2015
Product used: Stridex (Maximum Pads with Salicylic Acid, Alcohol Free)
For Teens
Hi guys . So I have been dealing with acne since 7th grade .. It started out super light so instead of going to a dermatologist I went for the OTC medicine and this was my first acne product. I recommend this product for 13 and under who experience light breakouts. If you are 14 and up I recommend something a lot stronger !
December 16, 2015
Product used: L'Oreal (Pure Zone Pore Tightening Astringent)
As expected
Didn't have any particular effects from this (neither positive or negative).
Makes your skin feel fresh for like a minute or two afterwards but that's all.
I like the smell. I'm not sure I would recommend this cause you can find better ones for the same price.
December 3, 2015
Product used: La Roche-Posay (Effaclar K)
3 Stars
This worked quite well for me when I was 18/19. But I think it works better for teenage acne than adult acne. Eventually it just stopped being effective. It also dried my skin out quite a bit, and when skin gets dry, it moisturizes itself by creating oil...which of course gives you acne. I was happy with this product for a while though. It didn't work wonders or anything but it did a good enough job.
December 3, 2015
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
2.5 Stars
This barely helped at all and I think because it dried my skin so much, I just got more acne because my skin generated oil to moisturize itself. ****works well for short-term use**** If you need a quick fix, this is it. But don't rely on this for years, or even months.
December 3, 2015
Product used: St. Ives (Blemish Control Green Tea Gel Cleanser)
Great
Should not use it during winter seasons because it dries out the skin. When weather is hot though, My skin becomes oilier. Nevertheless, It helps my skin redness and small red bumps. I tried using it as medication for huge inflammations/cysts by putting it with a q-tip and leave it for a while after steaming a face and it works quite well
September 5, 2015
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
I am confused... Plz help
I have the moisturizer and I don't know if it's enough to do the job... Or is there something else's I should get to go with the moisturizer, now my acne isn't terrible I have small whiteheads and blackhead everywhere around my face and from 10 feet away my skin would seem perfect but up close... Well let's just say I wish it could be better. I'm open to answer questions about my self I just need some recommendations.
August 16, 2015
Doesn't stop acne
This is a good moisturiser that doesn't make me break out anymore than usual and it doesn't irritate my skin. However it doesn't do anything to prevent acne breakouts.
August 13, 2015
Product used: Biore (Blemish Fighting Ice Cleanser)
Didn't work for me
unfortunately, this product did not work for me at all. It left my skin with a dry feeling and even worse, more acne than before. I have sensitive skin, so I only added about 1 and half pumps, after that I did have the cooling sensation on my face. After about two-three days, I noticed that I had even more acne than I started with. Mostly on the side of my forehead and neck. If you have sensitive skin like I do, I wouldn't recommend this.
August 11, 2015
Product used: Neutrogena (Body Clear Pink Grapefruit Body Wash)
Saw No Difference
I saw no difference in my bacne with this body wash. However, it did feel nice to know I wasn't doing more harm than good. The smell was nice. I enjoyed using this product.