Sulfur
Topical Keratolytic
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Topical Keratolytic
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Topical Keratolytic
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Topical Keratolytic
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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).
Sulfur
Topical Keratolytic
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March 26, 2007
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)

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There were none.

I tried it for over 7 weeks, and it didn't do a thing for my acne.
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March 24, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

It was a "bonus" with my 3-part Proactiv system and I didn't actually pay for it.

Cons:

It broke me out! A bunch of little bumps just appeared on my face after using it and I'm mad because the rest of my Proactiv system was working out ok. I would not recommend the mask.

Use the Proactive cleansers and the toner, but pass on the refining mask. I've discovered that a break-out is a common symptom with the mask and it sucks!
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March 4, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

I don't use the 3-step. I saw this in my friends bathroom and couldn't resist, I had to get it for myself. It wasn't that expensive. I got it on ebay. I don't really notice a smell but I guess I like it. I sleep in it every other night.

Cons:

It's such a small amount and I hate squeezing out more than I need because then I have to use that much.

Awesome product! I'm hoping my skin will be flawless in a week.
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January 21, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

Size,Price,Consistancy

Cons:

None

This stuff really does work. I have the 5 piece set and I paid 85.00~! Love the Refining Mask too! Smells funny, but not bad! My face looks like glass now! I love it!
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November 22, 2006
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)

Pros:

-the perfecting lotion

Cons:

-sulfur creates dry patches
-using for 4.5 weeks... no real improvement

-doesn't clear up post-acne marks -doesn't prevent new pimples, although it does get rid of pimples -it's whatevers: didn't make me break out, but didn't clear up skin. $_____$
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November 6, 2006
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)

Pros:

none

Cons:

worst thing on the market

This product is crap, save your money
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October 20, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

Love IT! Everything about it! Even like the smell! It gets rid of redness and smoothes your skin. I overuse it though

Cons:

Drys. Just use a lotion afterwards.

Good, Just not worth the $
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October 19, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

Works so well...the ONLY thing from the Proactiv line that is worth anything!!!

Cons:

Nothing really, small tube & pretty expensive...

It works! I find that if you leave this on for 10 minutes about 3-4 nights a week it makes a drastic difference!!!
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October 17, 2006
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)

Pros:

I love leaving it on trouble spots!~

Cons:

Smell, expensive.

Try it~
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February 12, 2012
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)

Pros:

None at all.

Cons:

Burns
Dries you out BADLY
Gives more acne in odd places

I went to the mall and the lady recommended this to me since I am at the age of acne.(Thirteen) I only got the wash. Biggest mistake of my life!!! The first time I used it it burned my face to the point it had a rash. I showed my mom and didn't use it again. Until two days ago. I refused to go to school, it was that bad. I even got a weird bump on my lip line!!!! Now I am dried out and look really bad. All in all, if you my age and have sensitive skin, do NOT make this mistake.
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