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Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Efficacy
81%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Not often used because it smells bad, colors the skin when applied, and can (rarely) lead to severe side effects. Limited evidence shows that it does significantly clear mild-to-moderate acne, but we need more research to know for sure how well it works.
Topical Antibiotic / Topical Keratolytic
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Sodium Sulfacetamide / Sulfur? Rate It:
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May 24, 2007
Cons:
The smell is not too pleasant, does not lather up very well, and doesn't take off makeup very well.
I would recommend this to anyone who has mild acne. It works to take away black heads and little white bumps that i had. I would say that i didnt have any new pimples after using it except with "that time of the month".
December 28, 2006
I've used the cleanser for years and I only break out when I forget to use it. Leave it on for about 30 sec. and you can really feel it drying up your zits. Does leave your skin feeling tight but in a very clean sort of way. I can follow up with a moisturizure and not worry about my skin getting too oily. Works better at preventing new breakouts than anything (short of accutane) I've ever tried! The name brand doesn't smell quite so strongly of sulfur as the generic, I've noticed.
January 23, 2011
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
Highy effective
easy-to-use
Cons:
Stinky odor
I'm 38, and I had tried everything. Antibiotics, Retin A, salicylic acid, and Murad. NOTHING worked as well as this does. For the last two years, my skin looks the best it has ever looked in my whole life. If I skip a couple of nights, I notice some new pimples. That proves to me I would still be having breakouts If I wasn't using Prascion.
March 31, 2011
Pros:
Easy to use, easy to apply. Cream disappears after application. I am able to wear makeup over the cream.
Cons:
it smells (sulfur) but I did get used to it.
Clenia was a MIRACLE for me. I have suffered from cystic acne for 15 years. I had tried EVERYTHING short of accutane. It wasn't until my doctor finally diagnosed me with sebborheic dermatitis and granulomatous rosacea that we started this treatment. Within a month I was CYST FREE.
December 21, 2009
Pros:
works very quickly, easy to use, no hormones or antibiotics, no sun sensitivity
Cons:
smells slightly bad, expensive
i love it, and continue to get it through my mother and sister's prescriptions [because i no longer have a doctor or insurance!]. it's amazing.
May 17, 2009
Pros:
Works very well as a spot treatment (if I use it on my whole face, it tends to get red, flaky and irritated). Seems to clear up breakouts pretty fast-within a few days.
Cons:
Very bad smell! Sometimes doesn't work, especially with hormonal, cystic pimples (the ones deep under the skin.. these are pesky)
This is a good cleanser, but only if you don't have sensitive or dry skin. It tends to cause my face to turn red, burn and get flaky if I use it everywhere, or more than once a day. It's a great spot treatment for me. The best I've found so far. I usually moisturize my face and then spot treat the pimples I am trying to get rid of with Plexion.
April 7, 2009
Pros:
Great for my skin after years of facial acne. Had a breakout on upper back that I never had before, then I tried Plexion - ALL GONE
Cons:
PRICE without insurance
Incredible but am looking for either generic or a trip to mexico because at $150 I just can't afford to continue it.
July 12, 2008
Pros:
Excellent! I had horrible acne only on my forehead and this soap has cleared up my skin in about one week. Almost all whiteheads are gone. I no longer have cystic acne, etc. It is truly great.
Cons:
Smells horrible, but you get use to it overtime.
Thankfully I have insurance and it pays a good portion of the price. However, if I didn't I would still get this product. I use this in conjunction with Differin (just on the forehead area) and use La Roche-Posay's Rosaliac moisturizer, which eliminates all the red in my face. Great combo for those who have moderate acne.
June 13, 2008
Pros:
Product has not only cleared up my acne, but has cleared up the scarring that I've had on my face for years. It only took about 2 weeks to make a noticeable difference.
Cons:
In the beginning of the treatment my face was extremely dry and flaky. I have to keep using it for it to be effective.
This product is highly effective if used consistently and the generic version is very affordable ($10 for a 2-3 month supply). I've been able to toss my makeup because I'm getting so many compliments on my own skin.
January 4, 2008
Pros:
Very good for sensitive skin and works almost instantly. I could feel my skin getting better the first time I used it.
Cons:
The smell is bothersome, but its worth it.
It's a very good product and I'd recommend it for sure. It really does work.
Pros:
I started using it a few months ago, and right away noticed a difference. I ran out and then my acne came back. I got a refill and it started workin within a week. I really like how well it works. I have used Proactive also with worsening of my skin.