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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February 27, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Cleanser)
Cons:
it started to dry me out but instead of applying tons of moisturizer i bout the soft steam shower clean and clear stuff, i use it instead of the cleanser about 3 times a week. My skin feels and looks amazing.
Get it its great as long as you find a way to moisturize.
February 26, 2009
Product used: Aveeno (Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser)
Pros:
Smells nice. Packaging is great, I love how it pumps. Easy to apply and wash off( you just need one pump).
Cons:
It may dry your face a little. Should be used only if you have moderately oily to oily skin.
Works great so far. I'll see how it goes.
February 26, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Gentle Formula)
Pros:
Cleared my skin, doesn't dry skin out!
Cons:
Cost, but common... all good acne stuff is pricey.
I used Proactiv the regular formula for almost two years, it SEVERELY dried me skin out so I stopped using it and began breaking out again. I heard about the Gentle formula and decided to give it a try... it is INCREDIBLE! It took about 2 weeks to clear my skin fully and since then I have only had one single break out - it keeps my skin really hydrated, and I like that the night lotion has a tingly zing to it, it kinda feels cool. So far this product has been the only thing where I didn't need another outside brand moisturizer.
February 26, 2009
Product used: Sea Breeze (Actives Deep Clean Astringent)
Pros:
Great for acne and for dandruff caused by oily skin.
Cons:
Harder to find than it used to be.
I wouldn't have used it for thirty years if it hadn't worked for me and it my dermatologist hadn't agreed it was okay to use on my sensitive skin.
February 26, 2009
Pros:
light, controls acne, smells good
Cons:
It is not a moisturizer!!!
OK i love love love this stuff! But you have to know how to use it. It is not a moisturizer (or i wouldnt use it as one..) Put it all over your face at night, and it doesn't treat your acne, it prevents it. It works really well, and goes on smoothly and smells amazing!
February 26, 2009
Pros:
Help fades red acne marks in a few days, acne scars however, would take a few months. It also prevents acne. It does as advertised.
Cons:
Smells bad, but I won't die like the other users stated...
Don't expect a miracle but constant usage will help. Bought it at Super Target.
February 24, 2009
Product used: Neutrogena (Oil-Free Acne Wash 60 Second Mask Scrub)
Pros:
dont use it whitout asking a doctor before!!!
Cons:
When I started to use this product I had just a smaller problem whit acne. I used it 3 days, and it destroyed my skin! Red marks in all the face, acne in ALL the face and its all itchy too.
Dont buy it
February 24, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
I have used the whole kit, and it has worked wonders, immediately he first day I could feel a difference in my skin, it was soft and over all felt clean.
Cons:
Cleanser burns a bit if you leave it on too long, and if so, it'll turn your face redish. But it is the same with Proactiv. Leave it on too long, it'll burn and irritate the skin.
I have had this product for over 2 weeks now, and have been using it daily, once in the morning, once at night. I love it. I did the test for the skinID thing online and, come to find out that the benzoyl peroxide + salycic acid, mix was a match for me. And that is the main ingredients for the ( Cheaper ) easier to acquire, Clean and Clear Advantage. So far, I am in love with it. It has helped clean my skin, make it softer, reduce the amount of pimples,white heads, etc on my face. And since I have started to use it, I have not broken out. I have yet to be able to put it to it's ultimate test though, as I break out worse during PMS, so I wish to see how well the whole system can fight away those. I have already told my Best Friend about this system and told he to try and acquire it as well.
February 23, 2009
Product used: L'Oreal (Acne Response Kit)
Pros:
Its really great as far as making a acne bump go away do time
Cons:
it flakes on your skin sometimes and you would have to put water on your face to get it to look as if you didnt have it on.
I gave it 4 of 5 because I've had acne since i was 11(22 know) and it seems to work unlike Proactive which did quite the oppisite of what it promises .
February 23, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Advantage Acne Spot Treatment)
Pros:
great spot treatment
Cons:
can make skin dry and peely if you use too much, stings
use moderately on pimples, not all over
you know its working when it stings, but i kinda like that cause you know your doin somethin
Pros:
I love it! I have been using it for a week and my skin is now perfect! no blemishes at all :)