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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.
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December 20, 2007
Cons:
It's a little pricey and you have to keep using it.
It is an incredible! I use the face wash and a moisterizer in the morning. I think it works well with all types of skin. I have dry skin but it STILL works for me. I've tried other products when I wasn't able to use Plexion and they NEVER WORK. Plexion is the best. I highly recommend this product. It is expensive but...you get what you pay for. It is worth it.
September 20, 2007
Pros:
It works for me!
Cons:
Might be a little smelly, but that's a small price to pay for clear skin.
I've been battling severe, sudden-onset acne rosacea on my forehead for the past six months, and my skin was suddenly producing excess oil by the gallon. Nothing else I used, including prescription meds, really worked, but after just two days of using Clenia wash and cream, my skin cleared up completely, and my oil problem was under control. I am truly amazed. It's taken me months to determine my acne and rosacea triggers, but now, between avoiding those and using Clenia, I feel really good again. This is by far the most effective product I've ever used.
January 5, 2016
Okay, But Probably Not Great for Sensitive Skin
My dermatologist gave me this cleanser to help with my moderate acne; however, it was a bit too harsh for my skin and I couldn't use it for longer than a couple weeks at a time (using it only every night). Just irritated my skin and left it dry and flaky. Also didn't do a spectacular job of clearing blemishes, so not really worth it for me.
August 11, 2015
Cloths are best for acne spots
Where are the cleaning cloths? I started laser treatments several years ago but stopped because they were expensive. I had dozens of towels left over. It was then I realized it was the Plexion towels, not the laser treatments, that was clearing the spots on my face. I searched high and low for them and my doctors had never heard of them. Then internet quality increased and I discovered they were discontinued. I sure hope they brought back the cleansing cloths. The medication plus the abrasiveness of the cloths help to start fading my spots.
July 12, 2012
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
- Easy to use/apply
- Cheap
This product is a miracle. I'm 28/male and have tried almost every acne treatment you can imagine (not that Accutane garbage though). My face is clear after using this 2x a day for a few months. I also got some laser acne therapy so I think it's a combination of the two, however, when I don't use this product I do have breakouts so I know it absolutely contributes!
Cons:
- Drying
- Burns eyes when crying/sweating
Invaluable product. FINALLY something that works.
November 10, 2011
Pros:
I was given a tube of plexion to try. After the first use, I noticed my face to feel cleaner, but there was no immediate improvement. After three days of use, there was some peeling and dryness, and I noticed there were no new beakouts, just healing of the acne that was already there. After six days, I stopped using it for three days to see if there was any "after effect" and I can honestly say my skin is 100% zit free. I am going to continue using it every other day. Leave it on for 5 min.
Cons:
The brown color is kind of a turn off. I
Didnt notice any smell.
I recommend it. Works waaaay better than proactive.
July 24, 2011
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
1. I don't have any more cystic acne on my body
2. It reduces inflammation of whiteheads, papules, and pustules
3. I don't have any uncontrollable breakouts
Cons:
1. When I sweat, it burns. ESPECIALLY in my eyes
2. It smells a little, but its definitely tolerable
I am 29 years old with facial acne. In the past I have been on Benzo, Salycylic, Proactiv, Doxy, Mino, Tetra, Erythr-mycin, Differin, Retin-A, Accutane. Accutane worked, but the acne came back when I was off of it. Now I wash my face with Prascion in the morning and use Epiduo at night. I was skeptical because nothing has really worked other than Accutane, but this medication has been great so far. If my face feels sweaty throughout the day, I wash it. In the summer, I usually have to wash my face with at least water 4-5 times per day. Bottom line is Prascion has helped a lot. I still get a small pimple here and there, but do not have uncontrollable breakouts. My face feels great after I was with it in the morning. I recommend it to anyone who has not had luck with anything else and who does not want to go on Accutane.
June 7, 2011
Product used: Prascion (Cleanser)
Pros:
Helps a lot with acne
Sheds dead skin
Cons:
Can be drying
I started using this about a year ago along with Epiduo and Doryx antibiotic. Now I am not using the Doryx anymore but I'm using everything else. My skin is so clear healthy. When I started using this my skin was covered in scars and pimples and now I only get the occasional pimple. I'm using this every other day because it can be drying, but ive been noticing a few more pimples, which I think is due to the warm weather and sweat, so I think I'll start using it everyday. I also use this on my chest and back. For a while I stopped using it there and I noticed a lot more breakouts and I started using it again for summer so I can wear cute tank tops and such and not be embarrassed. Anyway, this stuff is a life saver! I always use my Epiduo but sometimes I'll forget to use this and I notice more pimples, so it really works! I just got a refill on this and the bottle is MUCH bigger bottle than what it used to be in, which is good for me considering I use it on my face, back and chest. Plus, it wasn't more expensive than the smaller bottle.
May 25, 2009
Pros:
Works quickly and well
I had small pimples on my back as a side effect of Lamictal. Nothing worked.
Clenia worked almost immediately. I haven't had a problem with "backne" since!
May 22, 2009
Pros:
works fast, when needed.
Cons:
dont know long term effects(if breakouts occur)
i use this when my face gets red and it calms it down alot, i put it on the morning following my face medicine prescribed by my doctor which is a topical gel. so i can get through the day with out being red. and no breakouts or anything
Pros:
Nothing else works for my skin. Everytime I use it, my face is flawless. I haven't had insurance in about 7 months so I've been without Plexion for a while. Because of that, my skin has been breaking out. Can't wait until my insurance kicks in!!