Which Acne Cleanser/Wash would work better?
I have been using the Clean & Clear Advantage 3 in 1 Exfoliating Cleanser because I know a few people with clear skin who use it. I have been using it for a few months twice a day and I don't see any results. It has 5% Benzoyl Peroxide. My main acne problem is blackheads and I heard that Benzoyl Peroxide is much better than Sacilyc Acid at getting rid of blackheads. I don't think that 5% Benzoyl Peroxide is strong enough for me so I found two products with 10%. I am kind of worried that it will overly dry out my skin, so what is a very moisterizing oil-free moisterizer also?
These are the products:
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12560346
Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser
http://www.walgreens.com/store/store/product/product_details.jsp?skuId=sku3155320&CATID=310539&id=prod3156487&id=prod3156487
PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Maximum Strength
Are these products effective? If, so which is more effective?
December 4th, 2010 - 09:44
I have heard that you shouldn’t exfoliate daily, so perhaps you should definitely discontinue using the exfoliating cleanser every day. I also struggle with acne but I’ve found the harsher/maximum strength products tend to reek havoc on my skin, so I really try and stick with something mild for a cleanser (oil of olay) and then I use an astringent and follow up with a good moisturizer. Also, a thing that most people discount is the amount of water you drink and a healthy diet. I have begun eating healthier and have noticed a considerable difference in my skin. I’ve had few breakouts, if any, and I drink between 2 and 3L of water daily.
I don’t know if either of those products will be that effective, perhaps you should consult a dermatologist, they frequently will tell you the best OTC products to use, at least mine did.
Hope this helps.
edit: Proactiv didn’t work for me, it has worked for friends of mine but…
2nd I forgot to mention that I exfoliate at least 1 time a week, sometimes 2x a week with a Benefits honey exfoliating product (I’m sorry I don’t know the exact product name).
December 4th, 2010 - 09:44
proactive works the best