Remarkable results; 98% of users saw clear skin in less than 30 days. Exposed is the first product to use specialized scientific actives and many powerful natural additives to clear acne fast without any dryness or irritation. After reviewing many acne products, we found that Exposed is one of the very best products on the […]

Proactiv is one of the most popular acne treatment systems in the world, but the question is: does it work? Well, that really depends on your individual skincare needs and which Proactiv system you’re asking about. Originally, Proactiv just had one 3-step system, but over the years, they have developed several different systems, each designed […]

Rodan & Fields is a line of cosmetics made by the same company that also makes Proactiv. Rodan & Fields products tend to be pricey but effective, but they are not for everyone even if money is no object. Here are key facts about their most popular products. Summary Rodan & Fields is a line […]

Stridex promises single-step acne control without the discomfort caused by treating the skin with isopropyl alcohol. But does Stridex really work? Summary: Stridex pads provide salicylic acid in a concentration that helps heal both blackheads and pimples without added alcohol. Stridex Dual Solutions Intensive Acne Repair is nearly the perfect product for people who have […]

Clearasil is one of the best known names in acne care. A foaming, peach acne cream squeezed out of a tube, Clearasil was the most popular acne care product for tens of millions of Americans in the 1950’s, 1960’s, and 1970’s. In fact, for most Americans, it was the only acne care product for decades […]

After reviewing the labels on Johnson & Johnson’s Clean & Clear products for acne, I was prepared to write a scathing review. But I accidentally picked up the wrong product when I went to the cosmetics counter and came home with a tube of Clean & Clear, so I tried it myself. To my considerable […]

Biore is famous for its acne strips. It was one of the first companies to list all of the ingredients for its products on its website. Its complexion clearing products, unfortunately, are more “interesting” than effective. Let’s take a look at the topsellers in this subbrand. Summary: Biore’s claim to fame is its deep cleansing […]

Spectro makes skin care products for acne and eczema. Its acne products offer the proven power of benzoyl peroxide, in mild concentrations for sensitive skin. Summary: Spectro is a division of Glaxo Smith Kline that makes benzoyl peroxide lotions and pads for acne treatment in Canada. Spectro actually does not make a “gel.” Its products […]

Panoxyl acne management products are made with benzoyl peroxide, “the number one dermatologist-recommended” acne care ingredient to penetrate pores and kill the bacteria that cause acne. Panoxyl offers creams and lotions in 4%, 8%, and 10% strength, the Panoxyl acne foaming wash and soap-free bar. But do they really work? This article answers frequently asked […]

The makers of Noxzema (sometimes misspelled Noxema) skin care products are the dominant forces in low-cost acne skin care. The problem with Noxzema is that its acne products just don’t work for any but the oiliest allergy-free skin. Summary: The distinctive pleasant smell of Noxzema products is from a mixture of camphor, eucalyptus oil, and […]