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.
Used Sulfur? Rate It:
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March 8, 2007
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Cons:
None for me.
Better than any topical RX doctor's had given in the past. Plus, if you do a spot treatment during the day, you can blend it nicely on your skin after it dries. If you skin is dry, apply and oil free moisturizer first.
February 10, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
cleaning the skin very deeply and preventing pimpels and spots.
Cons:
Haven't experienced cons yet! Only, it doesn't smell that good and its a bit expensive. But who cares about that, IT WORKS! So use it!
For everyone who has pimpels and acne its a good treatment.
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!
January 19, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Proactive specialists tell you how to use it. Many people complain about how it makes your skin dry out or how it doesn't work or how you don't get enough in each bottle ( for the price ). I can't say I've had bad pimples or acne, but I like my face completely clear just like everyone else. The ammount they suggest for you to use is way to much, this is what is causing dryness and irritation. I have purchased this product once and got a sample of it to begin with. The product I purchased myself has now lasted me well over a year. I've still got that one tiny pimply a month on my face. You can't expect any product to have dramatic effects. First I began to use the '' Renewing Cleanser '' each morning in the shower using a fairly good ammount to cover my face and I used my finger tips to scrub only!!. The reason for using it in the shower is because 1. Your hands are clean in there and you won't get dirt on your face causing your pores to get dirty and then swell and turn into pi
January 2, 2007
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
It gets rid of pimples and it makes your skin feel like a babies bottom....end of story!
Cons:
It is a little expensive, but I think it is worth it.
It works....I really suggest buying it. I never had bad acne...just the occasional pimple or two, and now my face is totally clear. And I actually like the smell! I think it smells really clean.
November 7, 2006
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Pros:
Fast Acting, Easy to use, affordable.
Cons:
Can sting, SLIGHT smell, only noticeable at first then fades away.
Bye Bye blemish is a great product because it contains a high dose of Sulfur, which simply dries out the pimple, so it's fast. Now for some of you who say "It dried out my skin", or "It made my Acne worse" here is what I have to say. First off Bye Bye Blemish was probly made for NORMAL skin types, i.e. not oily, or dry. So if you do have dry skin, then use a moisturizer, if you have oily skin then wash foaming cleanser and use a light cream so skin is not tight, and voila, this should help. Also for some of you who say that your acne is still there, I want you to take a good look at your face, is it possible you may Acne scars, instead of acne? 9 times out of 10 time this is case, so for that then you need to get a peel, or microdermabrasin kit. Now for me I get the occasional pimple and I just dab this stuff on, and within a day or two it's gone. Also for me, I had acne really bad when I was young, and I picked them so I have acne marks, I use a peel and my skin is
Pros:
Excellent product. Dries those zits right up before they have a chance to peak.