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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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June 16, 2010
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)
Cons:
-may get a few white heads and other small break outs when you first use it, but don't let this scare you, keep using it. unless it gets really bad of course. the many pros of this product outweighs the cons!
i actually use the cream version of this, not the foam cleanser ('cause i don't really like foam ones) and i have to say that it's one of the very very few daily cleansers that i actually really like and am very dedicated to using (i used to use spectrojel, but am now using aveeno due to the great results i've gotten). a lot of the reviews here say that it dries out your skin, but i haven't had that problem at all. my skin feels perfectly fine from it (maybe because i have oily skin?) anyways, my skin used to be horrible, i would almost break out daily, and now i rarely do. i can't say it's because aveeno has stopped this from happening, but using a great cleanser like this has definitely helped! so i totally recommend this product to anyone!
April 14, 2010
Product used: Sea Breeze (Actives Deep Clean Astringent)
Pros:
it had this super rereshing feeling and i love the minty fresh smell it tingles when it meets up with a zit because its helping alot. i love it
Cons:
none<33 i love it
but it its amazingg
April 7, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
REALLY helps acne...I've been using it for about four years and I always notice a difference when I don't use it. This truly helps in staying clear and CLEANING everythinggg out. I use it as a makeup remover as well. It also helps a bit with blackheads...but mostly for acne. My skin always feels much healthier and it feels like my skin is actually breathing after this (kinda weird but it really does).
Cons:
The beads do sometimes get stuck in my hair...but no biggie...you can always just wash them out...not a big sacrifice for clearer skin.
I have very stubborn acne and have dealt with acne for about ten years...this is one of the products i cannot live without. I hope you decide to try it because I know you'll be thankful you did.
(Btw I had moderate acne which is now mostly under control....and I have combination skin)
April 4, 2010
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
It cleared my face a very little bit after the first time i used it. No major improvments.
Cons:
Two days after i started using it, my face became itchy and red. I have little red bumps all over my face and they sting!
This stuff sucks if you have sensitive skin. It looks like i have poision ivy on my face because of it. I'd rather just have acne than having acne and this red stuff!
February 16, 2010
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash 60 Second Mask Scrub)
Pros:
This product cleared up my skin and made it extremely soft. After it was discontinued my skin began to break out regularly. Nothing but this helps.
Bring it back Neutrogena!!!
November 29, 2009
Pros:
Leaves skin really smooth and clean
Cons:
Does not really help with acne
A scrub basically removes the outer later of dirt, dead skin and all that gunk trapped in your face. What is revealed is clear skin, regulated oil secretion and smoother face. And in turn, acne will be less prone to pop out. It does that for me, so i'm fine with it. I tried some more expensive brands, but nothing gives me more satisfaction than St Ives!
November 27, 2009
Product used: Burt's Bees (Natural Acne Solutions Kit)
Pros:
Using the Acne Cleanser for about 10 days and just added moisturizer. Almost immediate improvement of my skin without drying. Nice scent. This has been a miracle for my very bad regular breakouts. Amazing stuff!
Cons:
None
I've been using the acne line cleanser for about 10 days with my Clairsonic and my skin has cleared up almost completely. I had hormonal breakouts along my chin and almost regular breakouts on other areas of my face. I've been using this cleanser and PTR acne spot treatment and my face has almost completely cleared up. I just added the moisturizer that is part of the acne line and I'm also very pleased.
November 27, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Gel)
Pros:
smells nice, clear
Cons:
stings a little, definetly takes more than 8 hours
It's worth a try. If it works it works if not, buy a new product
November 18, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Blackhead Clearing Scrub)
Pros:
Made my skin feel soft, smelt okay and some of my blackheads were removed.
The squeeze bottle design made it easy to determine how much
Of the product you're using. I guess the salicylic acid content ( 2%) helped ward off a little acne.
Cons:
The beads were just randomly there. I don't really understand why they were
There. Sorta messy beacuse of them.
Over all, the product was okay. Though, I Would reccomend it to people
With not that serious acne . So yeah I wouldn't reccomend it in geberal though$
On a side note it cleared it a little.
November 15, 2009
Product used: Aveda (Outer Peace Acne Relief Kit)
Pros:
I have had cysts along my jawline for several months now, and since I started using Outer Peace two weeks ago, I haven't had any! I've tried Clinique, Biore, and other lines, and this is by far the best!
Cons:
EXPENSIVE. Around $100 for the lotion, pads, and foaming cleanser.
If you have the money, try it. It definitely helped me.
Pros:
-great daily cleanser
-oil free, doesn't clog pores
-does'nt dry out your skin (for me, at least)
-smells great and very natural (no chemical scent to it)
-evens out skin tone
-makes face feel EXTREMELY smooth and fresh after the wash
-doesn't burn your face
-very gentle (great for sensitive skin)