drugstore.com
welcome: sign in|
0 items $0.00checkout
drugstore.com

Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula 0.75 oz (21 g)

 
our price: $6.79
in stock

Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment works hard to keep skin healthy-looking.


Hidden Tab
Hidden Tab
Hidden Tab
Hidden Tab
 

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

by PowerReviews
Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz
 
3.8

(based on 145 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (63)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (39)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (14)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (16)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (13)

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (51)
  • Effective (42)
  • Minimizes pores (10)
  • Soothing (7)
  • Hydrates skin (4)

Cons

  • Dries out skin (17)
  • Bleaches fabric (10)
  • Irritates skin (8)
  • Doesn't work (7)

Best Uses

  • Moderate acne (33)
  • Adult acne (32)
  • Blackheads & whiteheads (16)
  • Teen acne (15)
  • Inflammatory acne (12)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Brand buyer (23), Budget shopper (22), Quality oriented (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Product I keep coming back to

Why it's great:
This is the acne cream I keep coming back to. I am 30 years old and have had acne since I was a preteen. I've tried everything - Accutane, Ret...Read complete review

Why it's great:
This is the acne cream I keep coming back to. I am 30 years old and have had acne since I was a preteen. I've tried everything - Accutane, Retin-A, antibiotics, birth control pills, philosophie, Proactive, Oxy 10, Clearasil, you name it.

This stuff works because it kills the bacteria that cause acne but the dose of benzoyl peroxide is low enough that it does not overdry and irritate the skin if used properly.

How to use:
I use with a mild soap like Cetaphil. DON'T COMBINE THIS WITH HARSH CLEANSERS/OTHER ACNE MEDICATIONS.
I use it all over my face at night and I apply to the few zits I actually have in the morning. Make sure your SKIN IS COMPLETELY DRY AFTER CLEANSING before you apply it because otherwise it can cause redness and irritation. Give it a few days/weeks to start working because it will take some time for the dead skin to be exfoliated. During this time it is possible that you may get a few more breakouts than usual. Don't give up though, it should work if you follow my instructions. And USE A MOISTURIZER WITH SUNSCREEN DURING THE DAY.

IMPORTANT - Also, USE WHITE LINENS - towels and sheets/pillowcases - because it will bleach fabric. That is really the only major problem, in my opinion.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

It's okay

This product will work for me at first for a few weeks and then it will suddenly stop working. My skin is just like that when it comes to ance medications. It will build ...Read complete review

This product will work for me at first for a few weeks and then it will suddenly stop working. My skin is just like that when it comes to ance medications. It will build up a tolerance and then the product will be ineffective. I would have to buy this once every 3 months or so in order to be constent with it, or I'd have to use it for a few weeks, switch to something else, and then switch back. Which is probably only adding to the acne that I'm trying to get rid of. But its inexpensive, and I trust this Neutrogena so I don't mind going back to it.

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 145 customers

Sort by

Displaying reviews 31-40

Back to top

 
5.0

This all you need to remove blemishes

By Ryan D

from Wakefield, RI

describe yourself Budget Buyer

See all my reviews

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Does what it claims
  • Easy To Use
  • Works Effectively

Cons

  • Bleaches Fabric

Best Uses

  • Adult Acne
  • Blackheads & Whiteheads
  • Inflammatory Acne
  • Moderate Acne
  • Preventative
  • Severe Acne
  • Teen Acne

Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

Use this cream twice daily and you will be pimple free no matter your skin type. Just make sure to moisturize since it might dry your skin out in dryer air.

Comment on this review

 
4.0

great stuff!

By teenangst

from ATL

describe yourself Brand Buyer

Pros

  • Minimizes Pores
  • Works Effectively

Cons

  • Dries Out Skin
  • Takes time to clear acne
  • Worth the wait

Best Uses

  • Blackheads & Whiteheads
  • Clears acne
  • Teen Acne

Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

Ok. This thing takes time to work, I usually use this after I wash my face at night and wear a thin layer around my acne prone areas (usually t-zone). I wouldn't recommend wearing this during the day. Sometimes its hard washing this thing off during the morning. But as I said, LIGHT LAYER. It can also be used to spot treating as well, it usually takes about a good three days to reduce size and kill it. After its gone you should put a lot of this stuff on the spot so it wont come back. And dont ever skip application of this stuff at night, I recently switched soap and I stopped using this and now I find I have to go back and buy another because I'm breaking out again... this stuff really works and it takes time. It sometimes dries out your skin, so after all your acnes gone make sure to exfoilate to get the dead skin off. It really works! I wouldnt recommend it for severe acne, but BUY IT. Just do it.

Comment on this review

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Perfect!

By Yes, my name is Nessie in real life.

from Pittsburgh, PA

describe yourself Budget Buyer

See all my reviews

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Works Effectively

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Blackheads & Whiteheads
    • Inflammatory Acne
    • Moderate Acne
    • Teen Acne

    Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

    This product is great! I bought it hoping for a product that would clear up occasional breakouts overnight, and it really lives up to my expectations! If the spot isn't completely healed, it is at least smaller/less red, which is such a relief! While the size is small, mine has lasted over 2 months so it is definitely worth the price!

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    rosacea papules nuked

    By original skin

    from the berkshires massachusetts

    describe yourself Budget Buyer

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Works Effectively

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Adult Acne

      Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

      i have lots of skin issues...older woman with thinning skin, allergies, rosacea and even more! This is an excellent product for me...of course we are all individuals, however, this not only deflates "pimples" or rosacea papules, it also holds off the arrival of more and does this without inflaming my skin or sending me into an itch fit. I do apply it to specific spots but I also apply a thin film all over my face, let it dry(takes a moment) then I
      rinse/wipe off. Better results than all the other
      benzoyl peroxide products...I have used them all!

      Comment on this review

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      great product

      By kimm630

      from st louis

      describe yourself Budget Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Moderate Acne

        Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

        I use this daily to prevent blemishes. it works great and its easy to use.

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Good if you use it the right way

        By Lara

        from Houston, TX

        describe yourself Brand Buyer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Works Effectively

        Cons

        • Bleaches Fabric
        • Dries Out Skin
        • Tightens skin

        Best Uses

        • Moderate Acne
        • Teen Acne

        Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

        I bought this product due to my preferred one being sold out. I used it for about 2 weeks, on my entire face like I always have. It wasn't as effective as the Zapzyt cream I was using (also Benzoyl Peroxide, but 10%). It claims that it's as effective as 10% Benzoyl Peroxide products, with less irritation. But for something that only had 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide, my skin seemed to dry out and tighten up more. I switched back to my old cream, which I apply to my entire face every night. Now I use this product on random pimples that I'll get every now and then. It seems to be doing a good job of healing on-the-spot... not so much for the entire face.

        Comment on this review

         
        4.0

        Great product!

        By Chatty Cathy

        from Iraq

        describe yourself Brand Buyer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Works Effectively

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Adult Acne
          • Inflammatory Acne
          • Moderate Acne

          Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

          It works as it says - simply put the product on when you feel a pimple coming on; zap 24-48 hrs later its gone.

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Wonderful Product

          By echo

          from Jersey City, NJ

          describe yourself Brand Buyer

          See all my reviews

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Works Effectively

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Adult Acne
            • Inflammatory Acne
            • Moderate Acne
            • Severe Acne

            Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

            I bought this product after reading the rave reviews. Before that I used the similar product buy Clean&Clear, which was a nightmare for my skin but pretty effective on my adult acne. My skin used to peel all over, and someday I just couldn't choose which was better: getting rid of a zit or having to deal with flaky inflamed skin patches after the use of Clean&Clear. I tried Neutrogena on the Spot acne treatment in total disbelief, desperate and ready for adverse effects. But guess what? None followed! This product is amazing. It does what it claims to do - gets rid of acne and is very gentle on my skin. Moreover, I use generous amounts of it on my problem zones, even when I don't break out, and it keeps me clear for over a year already. Seriously, give it a shot!

            Comment on this review

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            works well, less irritating

            By dirtrnr

            from riverside, ca

            describe yourself Budget Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Works Effectively

            Cons

            • Bleaches Fabric

            Best Uses

            • Moderate Acne
            • Teen Acne

            Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

            i can't say this works as well as the 10% strength, but i know my 13 yr old's skin would have a hard time w/ higher strengths and would probably dry out. my dermatologist tells me that she has the nonscarring, noncystic kind, mostly T zone. very prone to flareups, so it is a constant battle. no one product works well, but we use the milder salicylic acid to exfoliate/clean, the milder benzoyl peroxide wash, she sits in the sun for 5-10 min/day (UV)
            and in addition to this she uses .05% tretinoin. the combination keeps me busy (and at drugstore.com a lot....it is hard to find the milder strengths locally) but we have been able to keep her off of oral meds so i am happy.

            Comment on this review

             
            4.0

            it really works

            By Nyx

            from Long Island, NY

            describe yourself Budget Buyer

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Works Effectively

            Cons

            • Bleaches Fabric
            • Dries Out Skin
            • Irritates Skin

            Best Uses

            • Adult Acne
            • Inflammatory Acne
            • Moderate Acne

            Comments about Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment, Vanishing Formula, .75 oz:

            Like any acne product there is some irritation and drying of the skin if overused, but it really does work.

            Comment on this review

            Displaying reviews 31-40

            Back to top

            related products
            Value Size! Effective yet gentle acne cleanserSalicylic Acid Acne Treatment ...
            Specially formulated for adults to gently clear breakouts without overdrying ...
            NewInstantly cools to soothe sore pimplesMicroClear® Technology Clinically proven to: ...
            ADVERTISEMENT