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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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March 26, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Cons:
Too expensive
Purge was a bad one
Too small
Be ready for the purging, but it will get better and I recommend it to anyone with very bad acne, not normal skin.
February 27, 2009
Product used: DDF (Sulfur Therapeutic Mask)
Pros:
Works nicely with sensitive skin, especially senso-oily like mine. Great for overnight or 10min use.
Cons:
dries skin, use with moisturizer afterwards
It's a good product. Well worth the money and good for usually any skin type.
February 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
It smoothed my skin very well. Making it feel refreshed.
Cons:
Not enough of the product
Great for suddent pimples to help reduce redness by morning. I reccomend using it right before you go to sleep. Didn't really clear up my acne fully though. Just sudden big pimples
February 22, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
None of it smells too strong. The sulfur spot treatment works well.
Cons:
Not enough lather in the cleanser, the salicylic acid gel doesn't work well at all. The moisturizer made me itch.
Not worth the money.
January 29, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
it helped to clear up blemishes and scars from old pimples
Cons:
it left my skin kinda dry
I keep using it because i see results, the first time i tried this product the mask was thick and easily covered my face. When i ordered the mask about 6 months after my first batch was done it was sticky and thinner. I noticed less results and was dissapointed...but its still working...slower
January 11, 2009
Product used: Nelsons (Pure & Clear Acne Treatment Gel)
Pros:
recyclable packaging, homeopathic, organic, smells okay, doesn't dry out skin
Cons:
-Stings a little bit when you first use it
-A little pricey in comparison to more effective drugstore chemical laden products
Works pretty good for the occasional pimple and minimizing pores. Works okay on reducing redness the following day. You might experience a little skin redness upon initial application. If you have moderate to severe acne this product won't do. If you have sensitive skin use with caution because it contains sulfur and tea trea oil. If your concerned about the environment and the amount of chemicals you put on your skin then this is a great product. However, it's not as effective as drugstore benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid spot treatments.
December 4, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
It has worked well so far. It has made a big difference in blackheads and pimples both large and small/
Cons:
I have the 3 step system and refining mask. I really don't like using all the steps and the time it takes.
Really it's about consistancy...I did not order the refining mask to begin with, I just had the 3 step system. In the beginning my acne actually got a little worse but what I didn't realize was that it was actually breakouts caused my the blackheads that were being cleaned out basically. I ordered the refining mask and I saw immediate results. I have never had any real problems with acne until Football & Basketball season this year but if you stick with this program you will see results. I have had large pores and blackheads for quite and while and those are clearing up almost daily.
October 28, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
It does work, feels ok on my skin, stays on during the night if i choose to wear it as a night mask, and it doesnt cost all that much
Cons:
It smells terrible, but thats expected. Its hard to get the smell off your wash towels, and out of the dryer itself.
IT WORKS, Ive used it for 3 years now along with the whole line of proactive products. USE IT AND STOP COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SMELL!
October 14, 2008
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
I didn't think the smell was bad at all; one month supply has lasted over five weeks, and I still have enough for at least another 10 days.
Cons:
After five weeks, still purging. Cystic acne, whiteheads, etc. Embarresed to be seen in public with my face the way it is.
I am not sure if my face is worse than it was before, but it's not better like I hoped it would be. I am 37, and am having worse acne now than when I was a teenager. I don't think the lotion is any good. The cleanser is fine. I am going to finish it up, but I don't think I am going to buy it again. I know different things work for different people. I just don't think these three-step systems are good with my skin. Back to the dermatologist.
August 14, 2008
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
On day 2 of using proactive, including the refining mask. t1.5 years ago I started having the worst acne ever - at the age of 26. I tried everything to make it better. In two days I am shocked at how much better my skin is!
Cons:
None I can see. If people are bitching about the cost, imagine the savings you will gain by not wasting money on other products that do not work.
I held off for over a year to try Proactive - primarily because I always think that anything I see on an infomercial is a piece of crap. All I can say is that I wish I had tried this a long time ago - I had the most painful and terrible acne in the past year - and in two days, it's already 80% gone.
Pros:
It makes your face feel very smooth. It eventually starts to reduce your acne scarring. Easy to use!