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Topical Keratolytic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Due to its antimicrobial properties and ability to absorb skin oil and dry out the skin, sulfur has been used for thousands of years for various skin conditions, including acne. However, it is normally reserved for noninflammatory acne (whiteheads and blackheads), because it doesn't work as well as other over-the-counter medications for inflammatory acne (papules and pustules).
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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September 29, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Cons:
It made my acne worse. I have cysts on my face, face has been oily.
This did not work for me. My skin just does not like Salic acid. I went to the dr today and he gave me the antibiotic Doxycycline to use for a month. He also told me to use Persa-Gel on my face at night.
If you have a reaction to Murad's, please go see your doctor/dermatologist and they will help you.
September 24, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
IT GAVE ME A SEVERE CHEMICAL BURN ON MY LOWER FACE AND NECK AFTER 3 DAYS OF USEAGE!!
I am a 31 yr old healthy male who had a sudden breakout of acne to the lower part of my face and neck, possibly from recent exercise program. I tried Murad after seeing the commercial and IT WAS THE WORST decision of my life! DO NOT USE MURAD, IT WILL BURN YOUR FACE!!! After 3 days of use, I now have what appears to be a chemical burn. I am scabbed up to the point where my co-workers are asking me, "What happened to your face"? Talk about feeling ashamed to go to work! DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT IT HAS GIVEN ME A CHEMICAL BURN I NOW HAVE TO LIVE WITH. I HOPE IT GOES AWAY. I AM SO MAD I AM CONSIDERING GOING TO AN ATTORNEY TODAY.
September 3, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
Smells ok.
Cons:
Caused extreme reddening, drying and sensitivty. Highlighted blemishes. Increased spots both in areas where I had none before and in problem areas. Skin sore to the touch and even making facial expressions are sore. Feels like it has burned my skin
I'm a 32 year old male with moderate acne, very oily skin with 2 to 3 ingrown hairs once a week on chin & neck causing large swollen red bumps & a lot of sebum. After just 1 day of using Murad my face reddened to the point that people were shocked and asked me had I a rash. The next day, my entire face had dried to the point where it was sore to make even smile, I had dozens of tiny spots everywhere on my face where I hadn't had spots since I was 14. I phoned the helpline, who explained this was normal and reduce my use. From just 2 days!? 3 days after I stopped using it my face is still sore and red and covered in spots. They said that the normal purging process may take a week or more. Even if I could remove myself from society for that period, I couldn't bear the painful effects which I hope aren't permanent
August 12, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
Works within a few uses, very relaxing on the face, clears small spots with ease with consistent use.
Cons:
Sold in such small containers, not as available as many other products.
It works. Best product I have ever used, including prescription topicals, top shelf products, and the extremely powerful pill, Accutane.
July 13, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
none
Cons:
Made me get about about a million little tiny pimples on my forehead.
Don't waste your money.
July 8, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
clears skin. evens texture. reduces redness. controls oil. works for on-the-spot treatments. like an all-in-one product. does everything you want in a mask.
Cons:
can dry out skin a little. cant buy in stores.
AMAZING stuff. i loooooove this stuff so much!!! just put it on, leave it on, wash it off, and voila! great skin is yours. (after a few uses) i couldnt believe some ppl actually said no to this product. i dont like proactives 3 step solution. this is the ONLY proactive thing i actually like. and i love it. try it. really is best thing ive put on my face (and ive tried ALOT)
July 4, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
it doesn't make your face worse when you start it. and it doesn't dry out your skin.
Cons:
the smell worsens after a while
this is a great product. what i do is when i feel it's not working i won't do 1 application. but i do suffer from light acne, like before i started using this product i had maybe 13 pimples over my face. i also use the mask once a month (because i really have no dry skin, thanks to the "skin perfecting lotion")lol.
June 15, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
price is on par with other mid-range treatments, smells & feels clean, has GREATLY improved my skin, I have not at all had the irritation that others seem to have had, good mix of active ingredients including retinol
Cons:
the acne spot treatment (sulfur) is a little drying, but if you take a break from it for a day it is no problem
I am confused by all of these bad reviews; I started using the Murad acne complex about 2 months ago and love it! I have had pretty serious acne my whole life (I'm 29!) and have tried everything (prescription & OTC)...was on Accutane (most powerful presc acne drug) 3X...the limit! Each time, my face would look wonderful for about a year but the acne would come back. I tried ProActiv years ago; I never liked the way it felt on my face (it never felt totally clean) but it did work ok. Murad has actually done the best of anything (besides Accutane) I have tried to date. There is a purging process like they say, but it hasn't been as bad as I expected and it is almost done. My skin is smoother than it has been in years and it continues to improve. Not willing to claim a miracle yet, but I have DEFINITELY not had the bad experience many of these reviewers have. I recommend the product, as it has done wonders for me so far. If you're searching, you should least give it a try.
June 12, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
none
Cons:
everything
do not use this product! Its TERRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!
April 24, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
Cleared up skin... for a week or so.
Cons:
WAAAY OVERPRICED!! Acne came back... twice as bad! Very harsh treatment - dried the hell out of my skin, caused small bumps around my jawline and chin, itchy, burning, flaking skin. I was more ashamed to go out in public AFTER using these products!
DONT DO IT!!!!!!!
Pros:
Nothing!