Thread: Any good OTC acne treatment recommendations besides benzoyl peroxide?

I didn't state the chemical composition of bleach as being an acid. I stated that Retin-A, which contains an acid, has a bleaching effect. In that sense, I meant it causes discolouration. The lengths you people go to in order to one-up posters.

Quote: Originally Posted by anu-la1979 The lengths you people go to in order to one-up posters. The lengths you people go to to jump to conclusions about others' motivations.

Quote: Originally Posted by Heart On My Sleeve Salicylic (aka Beta Hydroxy) Acid. It's an exfoliant and anti-bacterial, and it has to be the correct concentration and pH. I use Paula's Choice. People with an allergy to aspirin shouldn't use it. I use 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide at night and 2% Beta Hydroxy during the day, partially for the exact reasons you specify as well as BP being a little too harsh for me to use twice a day. Good...

Find treatments with Retin-A in them. I don't know the current OTC availability, but I thought there might be a few out there these days. Otherwise spend the cash and get the prescription. Retin-A works wonders. 2 weeks of extra zits while it gets prepped, then your face really clears up. Plus it keeps you looking young as it also helps smile lines, crow's feet, etc. It works, just do it. -Tcat

There's a little roll-on glass tube of stuff (withc hazel & tea tree oil +) which Burts Bee's makes or you can find at a health food store. It's very good for those with an occasional pimple.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tomcat Find treatments with Retin-A in them. I don't know the current OTC availability, but I thought there might be a few out there these days. Otherwise spend the cash and get the prescription. Retin-A works wonders. 2 weeks of extra zits while it gets prepped, then your face really clears up. Plus it keeps you looking young as it also helps smile lines, crow's feet, etc. It works, just do it. -Tcat I...

Salicylic (aka Beta Hydroxy) Acid. It's an exfoliant and anti-bacterial, and it has to be the correct concentration and pH. I use Paula's Choice. People with an allergy to aspirin shouldn't use it. I use 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide at night and 2% Beta Hydroxy during the day, partially for the exact reasons you specify as well as BP being a little too harsh for me to use twice a day. Good luck!