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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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April 26, 2010
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Cons:
smells gross
does not really help with a pimple
came with the proactiv kit
kit did not work and neither did this
i used it as a spot treatment
January 31, 2010
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
Made acne worse and dried out skin. also expensive.
I tried this product for a little less than a month. It dried out my skin like you wouldn't believe and did not help my acne one bit. This was a terrible regimen and a waste of money.
January 9, 2010
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
The cleanser smells nice I guess?
Cons:
Extremley ineffective, only made my acne worse and it made my skin dry and rough.
And it's very expensive!
Don't buy this. It's a waste of time and money.
January 8, 2010
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Very expensive
Difficult to cancel shipment
Painful
Bad oder
I have had acne since I was 14 and I am still having to struggle with it even now being almost 20! Bottom line is topicals that are endorsed by celebrities on TV do not work for people who have moderate to severe acne. Systems like Murad and Proactiv give off the impression that they are going to solve your acne problems for good but the reality is that your best bet is visiting a dermatologist. Murad DOES NOT work! I used it religiously for 6 weeks with no improvement and my skin actually got worse. I can tell you that the oral medication called Solodyn worked wonders but using it over a long period of time can cause liver damage as any oral medication can but my results from that were amazing! I'm on once a day Epiduo, which is a prescribed topical gel from my dermatologist and I've only been using it for two days so I can't review it yet. But for all the gorgeous girls and handsome boys out there struggling with skin problems you're wasting your money with Murad because it doesn't work. I encourage you to visit a doctor and stay positive! Acne is so disappointing so why waste your money on one more product that is going to disappoint? Your acne will go away, but Murad is not the cure!
December 14, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Refining Mask)
Pros:
It actually works. I use this mask in conjunction with the proactiv 3-step routine and it's a life saver. I have tried everything and struggled with chest/back/face acne since I was 12 - this is the only thing that worked. Try it now.
Cons:
It smells not so great, but you get used to it.
Absolutely try this.
May 23, 2009
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
It cleared up my face so very quick, and i love that it is so easy to use and the three stepe tystem works so well.
Cons:
none, most other threatment make my skin break out the first week or so but this did not.
The bottom line is that I've had acne for a while now, never bad but allways had some on my face and it bothered me for so long,so i thried several threatments and this one works so well, and you should try it, you only have one face take care of it, and if this doesnt work as well as you would like after about a month i would try dermaware it also works great.
September 5, 2008
Product used: DDF (Sulfur Therapeutic Mask)
Pros:
Suitable for use on the face, chest, and back. Is intended for use once a week as a facial mask, but can be used as an overnight spot treatment. It absorbs oil, reduces the appearance of pores, and helps to prevent and heal blemishes.
Cons:
It smells a bit, but definitely not as bad as some acne products I've used. It can also be really drying if you over use it, so stick to the recommended use.
The stuff works great, don't be intimidated by the fact that it has sulfur in it. I've found that it is, by far, my favourite acne treatment. Though make sure you apply moisturizer after using it, just to make sure it doesn't over dry your skin. This product also lasts a really long time because you only require a thin layer for a facial mask, and it's only a once a week treatment. If your having trouble finding this product, try looking in Sephora, that's where I bought mine.
July 27, 2008
Product used: Bye Bye Blemish (Drying Lotion)
Pros:
Works, easy to use, not too noticeable on skin
Cons:
difficult for travel, as it is not to be shaken.
This sulfer based product can be very drying, but I like to use it at night in a thin layer on the problem area, over Dan's AHA. If I have a big blemish I put it on a bit thicker there.
If I use it over Dan's AHA I never get too much dry skin - this is an awesome combo!
March 19, 2008
Product used: Grandpa's (Thylox Acne Treatment Soap)
Pros:
works fast, very effective on any skin condition(my husband uses it for eczema)
Cons:
a little hard to find and a bit drying but a little moisturizer will help
Buy this now! You would not believe how many products I've tried and this one works and is so cheap.
March 16, 2008
Product used: Murad (Acne Complex)
Pros:
High hopes. Slightly clear
Cons:
Honestly I didn't break out worst. But I got a lot of annoying whiteheads. Definately not a good product.
I wouldn't reccomend it. Maybe if you're in a knitch try it. It could work.
Pros:
sometimes works on taking down redness