Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Efficacy
81%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Not often used because it smells bad, colors the skin when applied, and can (rarely) lead to severe side effects. Limited evidence shows that it does significantly clear mild-to-moderate acne, but we need more research to know for sure how well it works.
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Sodium Sulfacetamide / Sulfur? Rate It:
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December 10, 2012
Cons:
Smell bad (sulfury)
I used the cleansing cloth version of this and really liked it while I was on it. Used with differin gel and minocycline (on and off). The cloths were packaged well and I usually tore them in half and got 2 uses out of them. They lathered really well and were great for taking off my makeup. They always made my skin feel clean and I feel like they did a good job of getting rid of excess oil. Only con is that they reeked of sulfur (which of course is an active ingredient))!
July 12, 2012
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
- Easy to use/apply
- Cheap
This product is a miracle. I'm 28/male and have tried almost every acne treatment you can imagine (not that Accutane garbage though). My face is clear after using this 2x a day for a few months. I also got some laser acne therapy so I think it's a combination of the two, however, when I don't use this product I do have breakouts so I know it absolutely contributes!
Cons:
- Drying
- Burns eyes when crying/sweating
Invaluable product. FINALLY something that works.
July 4, 2012
Pros:
-Keeps acne away
-Rare pimples if any
-May help redness
-Probably one of the best creams available I've tried
-Works
Cons:
-Smell for some people but doesn't bother me.
-A little difficult to rub in/make sure it's not visible on face.
-Costs $35.07 for a tube with coupon if insurance doesn't cover it. (pro or con)
-Should have used it sooner!!!
I am using this with Epiduo gel. I alternate one day with the Clenia cream and then the next day with the Epiduo gel. I wash my face 2x a day with Aveeno Clear Complexion Cleanser. I use AM Cerave 35 SPF lotion in the morning and no lotion at night. My skin was more sensitive than I realized because only the small amount of salcylic acid in the Aveeno cleanser made my face red at first, but I got used to it. I needed something that would be gentle on my skin. Clenia is less harsh on skin than the Epiduo gel, but they work well together alternating.
May 5, 2012
Pros:
Worked miracles for 5 years
Cons:
Got immune to it after 5 years.
It worked a long as time. At most, I had 1 or 2 pimples at a time, but for the most part, I was 100% clear. Unfornately, all the sudden I got immune. Sucks.
April 22, 2012
Product used: Sumaxin (Wash)
Pros:
-Feels great to apply, nice texture
-Smells good
-Skin feels great after it is applied
-Might help, but not sure due to combination of several treatments
Cons:
- The price is before insurance, so it is rather expensive if you dont have an insurance
-According to online sources, there is limited testing of this product against acne
If your derm tells you to go with it, I see no reason why you shouldn't. He gave it to me in combination with Veltin, Solodyn and Epiduo. The results so after about two weeks is stunning, but I don't think sumaxin is the main reason for this.
Bottomline is that if you can get this without paying too much, be thankful. Skin feels great after using it.
April 15, 2012
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
-Gets rid of acne after persistent use(Approximately around a month to see improvement and around 3-4 months to be fully clear
Cons:
- did not get rid of the non visible whiteheads(very very small), but doesnt really matter cause no one can see them
RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE.
January 26, 2012
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
Good stuff
Cons:
No problems
Gets rid of bacteria infections
November 10, 2011
Pros:
I was given a tube of plexion to try. After the first use, I noticed my face to feel cleaner, but there was no immediate improvement. After three days of use, there was some peeling and dryness, and I noticed there were no new beakouts, just healing of the acne that was already there. After six days, I stopped using it for three days to see if there was any "after effect" and I can honestly say my skin is 100% zit free. I am going to continue using it every other day. Leave it on for 5 min.
Cons:
The brown color is kind of a turn off. I
Didnt notice any smell.
I recommend it. Works waaaay better than proactive.
August 5, 2011
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
Works very well.
Highly reccomended
Cons:
no issues. Those complaining about the smell are a bunch of pansies. The smell is not bad nor good. I never even thought about the smell til i saw these reviews. You use this to get rid of your acne, not to make you smell delicious. Be reasonable about the CONS of a product.
This is an awesome product. I have gone through accutane treatment before for my acne and it went very well. But after a year post accutane, i started to get little under the skin bumps all over my face. I tried everything which included differin, retin a, clyndamycin, tazorac, finacea blah blah blah for the tons of little bumps i had. Then i tried the prascion wash first once a day which didnt work. Then i tried twice a day and started seeig results. The bumps either went away, or pushed to the surface where it could be extracted. Now my face remains clear! hopefully it stays that way with the wash. I highly reccomend the wash!
July 24, 2011
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
1. I don't have any more cystic acne on my body
2. It reduces inflammation of whiteheads, papules, and pustules
3. I don't have any uncontrollable breakouts
Cons:
1. When I sweat, it burns. ESPECIALLY in my eyes
2. It smells a little, but its definitely tolerable
I am 29 years old with facial acne. In the past I have been on Benzo, Salycylic, Proactiv, Doxy, Mino, Tetra, Erythr-mycin, Differin, Retin-A, Accutane. Accutane worked, but the acne came back when I was off of it. Now I wash my face with Prascion in the morning and use Epiduo at night. I was skeptical because nothing has really worked other than Accutane, but this medication has been great so far. If my face feels sweaty throughout the day, I wash it. In the summer, I usually have to wash my face with at least water 4-5 times per day. Bottom line is Prascion has helped a lot. I still get a small pimple here and there, but do not have uncontrollable breakouts. My face feels great after I was with it in the morning. I recommend it to anyone who has not had luck with anything else and who does not want to go on Accutane.
Pros:
A good cleanser for taking off makeup
Made my skin feel clean
Good packaging
Lathers well