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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April 27, 2015
Product used: Noxzema (Triple Clean Anti-Blemish Pads)
Works for the most part
I bought this pruduct and it stung a little the first few days of using it but my acne definitely got better within a week
April 21, 2015
Product used: Clearasil (Ultra Rapid Action Pads)
No regrets!
Love these! My acne gets quite bad mainly due to hormones but using these pads really got rid of the harshness of the spots as well as keeping my skin clear. They do leave my skin a little dry but its no where near as dry as other creams and face washes have left my skin. Would definitely recommend :)
April 9, 2015
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Used to LOVE this stuff
I actually used to love this stuff a bunch. I ran out a while back and never rebought because I went the "holistic route" (OCM and natural moisturizers, etc.). But when I used this, it helped a bunch! I'm kinda surprised at the negative reviews. This was one of the best spot treatments I had; it helped significantly reduce the size of my pimples.
January 16, 2015
Product used: La Roche-Posay (Effaclar K)
Works great for me
I was honestly shocked to see negative reviews of this product...I first found it in a pharmacy while I was studying abroad in France ($32 is a total rip-off by the way, it's so cheap there), and it's been one of the only products that consistently helps my skin. I have combination/oily skin, and so I'm prone to blackheads and whiteheads and the occasional hormonal breakout, but I've found that this stuff does a great job of soaking up the excess oil and keeping my skin clear. If your skin is dry it would probably be too harsh, but if you're like me and you need a little less oil in your life, it's great!
Unicorn lover
July 15, 2017
The only product on the market that I have tried to rid of my adult acne.
January 6, 2015
Product used: St. Ives (Blemish Control Apricot Scrub)
so far, so good!
I've been using this product for about a month now and I have to say since I started using this I've noticed a huge difference in the amount of pimples I get. A lot of people tend to avoid scrubs because they're too harsh, but also many people use them too often, I recommend using it 2/3 times a week. DONT OVER DO IT! Also, St.ives is commonly known to use many natural ingredients (like many other brands such as the body shop) it has natural exfoliants which feel great and make my skin so smooth! I have also noticed a slight change in my red marks left behind by other pimples, this is due to removing dead skin cells off of the surface of the skin and speeding up the renewal process. It also contains 2% salicylic acid which is known to help reduce acne and redness. Overall, as of now, I'm really enjoying this product :)
January 2, 2015
Product used: Sea Breeze (Actives Deep Clean Astringent)
At least it smells good...
I have fairly sensitive skin. Just changed my whole routine and added this. It smells amazing, has a slight tingle. Not drying at all, if anything helps me to retain moisture. My skin looks better after three days twice a day ( but im also using other new products). If its not whats making my face better at the very least it smells great
December 27, 2014
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Very decent
This product was incredibly useful for a long time. It did a great job getting rid of small, non painful acne. However, the product had no effect on my larger acne, so when things got bad, this product ha do be discontinued. For those with mild or moderate acne, this can be very helpful for those small bumps or acne scars. :)
November 14, 2014
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
Works well
This was my go to moisturizer for years, with a few drops of jojoba oil mixed in. My skin unfortunately is not longer a fan, but I still recommend this one as it served me well for so long. Goes on great over BP too!
October 14, 2014
Product used: Clean & Clear (Dual Action Moisturizer Oil-Free)
Good!
It smells fantastic and i have been using for a couple of bottles already. But it feels slightly greasy and after using Neutrogena's moisturizer, i would prefer that to this.
October 9, 2014
Product used: Neutrogena (Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Daily Scrub)
effective but rough
I have purchased this scrub for years, it is very effective for clearing acne & deep cleansing the skin. The only downside is it can cause redness of the skin as it is a little rough.