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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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August 29, 2012
Product used: De La Cruz (Sulfur Ointment)
Cons:
None
I can speak from my own experience with this product: it works very well for me and I have tried everything out there. It is a great spot treatment. It says to leave it on for 10 minutes, however I leave it on overnight and it works wonders. In the morning it is all gone and has soaked into my pimples. It quickly reduces the inflammation, size, and severity of the pimple. For me, there are zero side effects for this product, and I have extremely sensitive skin. There is no irritation, itching, burning, redness, etc. when applying. It is natural and very safe. I appreciate this product so much, it has saved my skin from all of the harsh chemicals that I have used for years. And it is CHEAP and lasts for a very long period of time. I would definitely recommend giving it a try!
July 14, 2012
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
-reduces redness in pimples
-brings the pimple to a head quicker
-dries the crap out of the pimple
-pimples feel less irritated when the mask is on
-the cream lasts a very long time if you use it as just spot treatment
Cons:
-the smell, but you get used to it
-sometimes i have to put a crap ton of it on on pimple in order to see some kind of result
-will NOT make a pimple vanish over night
-hard to get off if you leave it on for a very long time
i really really really like this product. I've struggled with acne for four years now and this is the one kind of spot treatment that actually works for me and doesn't make my face break out when i use it. i have never used it as the actual mask, but instead i use it for spot treatment. i leave it on over night because i skin is extremely oily, so it doesn't exactly dry them out too much. pimples more than likely won't go away over night, but you will fore sure notice a difference in 1-2 days. i love this product and recommend it to anyone who suffers from acne in various spots on their face.
May 14, 2011
Product used: AcneFree (Therapeutic Sulfur Mask)
Pros:
OTC
Not too expensive
Seems to help!
Cons:
Slighty funny smell
I've been using this product for a couple months now and it seems to really be helping. I'll use it as a whole-face mask about once a week. Whenever I have a troublesome "spot", I'll put a dab on and leave it overnight. It doesn't make the pimple *magically* go away, but it does seem to make it smaller. I'm 43 and have hormonally induced adult acne which can get really depressing sometimes. (I never broke out this bad when I was a teenager!!) But if I stay very regular with my skincare routine, I can keep the acne spots down to a dull roar most of the time.
August 14, 2010
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
It worked 4 me INSTANTLY! Better than Proactiv. Like the infomercial says! Made skin feel very smooth after 1st use and noticed a difference of clearer skin within 1 day! Only used the 3 steps and its changed my apperance. The spot tx seems to work very well overnight too.
Cons:
Gel does burn at first. Toner does too, so no longer use the toner. It reminds me of rubbing alcohol on my skin. But the cleanser and gel seem to do the trick. Now waiting for old scarring to fade but have clear smooth skin now.
Highly recommended! Nothing esle worked, especially this fast before! Wish i would have tried it sooner instead of listening to negative reviews. Im glad I found something without BP in the product because this is whats working for me. And only paid $29.99 online 4 intial shipment. Or now they have a $33 kit at Sephora that i buy instead of waiting on shipping! This price is very good considering that Proactiv used to be $49.99 before all the generic brands hit the market like Clean n Clear and all the other products i tried from the store!
December 8, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
During the First 1-2 weeks my skin was clearing up amazingly and i was very hopeful for the end result, I like the mosturizer and the feel of refreshment on your skin.
Cons:
Im currently on week 3-4, Sunday will be the end of my 30 days. I have noticed an INCREASE of acne from when i started. I actually only had a few spots before and now my forehead is a mess!
I do NOT recommend this product to those with few pimple because it will start to clear up skin and the the acne will resurface and begin to multiple. Iv'e tried every medication out there and this was my last hope, and it made the acne worse than before. You figure they know how to treat this stuff nowadays. If the first weeks result kept the same i'd be more happy then with what my current results are. It seems to work great even after the first 4 days, but then just like every other medication it quickly begins to irratate skin and cause unexpected and terrible breakouts.
January 31, 2009
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Pros:
I put it on before I went to bed, and in the morning, the spot had either gone, or had become less visible.
Cons:
Does dry your skin out abit.
I LOVE THIS STUFF!!!! Although it's pretty expensive, It's totally worth it. This product is ace.
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October 13, 2008
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Pros:
This product is fantastic! I've never seen something work so well and so unbelievably quick.
Cons:
If you don't have oily skin, it might dry it out a bit. I can barely ever find it in Canada and have to order online.
The only cons to this product are that I can never find it in stores! It is definitely the best acne treatment out there though.
October 4, 2008
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Pros:
used it and within 5 minutes my hormonal spots had dried up slept with it over night and my skin looked great in the morning.
Cons:
does dry out the skin if you use it every day
great product would defiantly recommend you try it and if its not you move on to something else. what works for one person may not work on another!! paid 10 pounds for it which is quite expensice in my budget
February 28, 2016
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Worst
I've been using this product for 4 weeks already but nothing happened. In fact, more pimple occurs on my cheek even though I've never have breakouts on my cheeks. More pimple occur on my forehead.This is a waste of my money.
DO NOT RECOMMEND!!!
March 5, 2015
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
No
Do NOT by this product. It is like cystitis on your face!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pros:
Very inexpensive
All natural
Reduces size and severity of pimples
Product lasts a long time