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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October 31, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Cons:
The worst breakout you ever experience
I have been using it for almost 2 months... n get worse.
I wish i read all these above reviews i used it..from now on, i would NEVER EVER use it again.. i took a risk, but not worth it.... .
October 30, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
did clear it up somewhat, but again for the price should have been worked better. I only bought the wash and the spot treatment.
Cons:
Drys skin out, however a light moisturizer fixes it. Scarring still bad. redness stays.
Too pricey for not being that effective.
October 29, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
Some of the products smelled good. It makes your skin feel good at first.
Cons:
Made acne worse. Gave me a rash on my neck. I didnt like the way some of the products smelled
At first, I thought this product was really going to work. It says it gets worse after two weeks, then you should have clear skin after using it for 4 weeks. I only used it for about 4 or 5 days, and my acne is starting to get worse and after reading these reviews of what this product does to your skin and how it makes it worse than before with scarring and cysts, I am definately not using this product anymore. Now I'm scared after using it for just 4-5 days that my skin is going to get worse for a long period of time.
October 27, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
Smells amazing. It's like a mint gum version of facewash. Really convinces you that it's working.
Cons:
I was so excited about this. For the first week and a half it didn't do anything. Then my face got way worse. after for weeks, my face got a little better, but not better than before.
NOO!
October 24, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
My skin looked great for a while, when I use it twice a day.
Cons:
Like most products, it starts to wain. It wasn't exfoliating properly and my nose would always peel. Spot treatment does not work. I developed the cysts too. According to my derm its called milia. I am going to have her remove th
It can make your skin look really clean...before this product I would get one or two bumps a month, so it's not hard for me to get clear skin. I definitely won't recommend it, because it's about to cost me more money to fix what has happened, about $150 to get the cyst extracted. BTW, i have used this for 2 years, the cysts just occurred about 3 months ago.
October 22, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
it made my skin really clear for a couple of weeks my skin looked amazing
Cons:
but then that ended and my skin got worse then it ever has i started getting cysts all over my face scars from exsisting acne it made my face shiny and oily
for 60 dollars a month it is not worth it
October 10, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
Cleanser seems to cleanse well. Takes time. Be patient.
Cons:
Takes a really really really long time to work. But i think it works.
Well I'm African American. Bottom line is when i got this product it made me break out even worse. All over. It really sucked and was very uncool. This product works product but not in 4 weeks. Not for me atleast. It took me about 4 months until my skin was completely clear. I had only 1 or two pimples and they would stay small and go away fast. I stopped using this product because i read some GREAT reviews on how applying lemon juice on your face WORKS WELL AGAINST ACNE. I was skeptical but I went for it and tried the lemon. I've been using lemon for a month now and i think it's working very well. i've had two pimples in one month and they were fairly small. Try the lemon. I highly recommend it people. I still have my last shipment of murad acne complex that i have not opened yet. If the lemon does not work i'll definitely go back to murad. Murad works very very very slow but i think if you're patient it will work. Your skin just has to get used to it.
September 19, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
After using Proactiv for more than 8 years I just always thought my skin would be dry in certain areas. After just using it for one week I have noticed a difference in my skin's texture.
Cons:
none!
If you are wondering if you should try this product, I would say why not?? I was suffering from frequent breakouts while using Proactiv, but was afraid it would get worse if I switched. However, after switching I am sooo happy that I took the chance. Being in my 30's and a mother of two I hated the fact that my acne would not clear up!! This stuff works great! Nobody' s self confidence should suffer becasue of their skin - take a chance!
September 14, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
Works well to dry out the over abundant oils in your "T" Zone! The refining mask zaps the acne immediately.
Cons:
Refining mask Smells but thats a small price for beautiful skin. Lotion bleaches the towels but that b/c it has BENZOYL PEROXIDE...DUH..use white towels....simple solution!
great product, i have used it for 7 years
Pros:
Smell good, and affordability price