Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser 5 oz (141 g)

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I have struggled with borderline severe acne all my life, for a time prescriptions from my doctor were the only thing that worked for me, once that also proved ineffective I started combining this product with my prescription. It worked wonders on my skin. For the 4+ years I have been using I actually had clear skin for the first time since puberty hit. While my prescriptions dried out and irritated my skin, this product balanced out my skin's naturally very oily complexion and moisturized it. However, there was recently a formula change (no official statement or confirmation from Clean & Clear but the change was immediately obvious to me since I have been using this stuff for years), this was once a rich cream cleanser, today however the formula is so watered down it resembles a foam wash. It has also lost its effectiveness. I have started breaking out again :(
I am incredibly disappointed and annoyed, not sure if this is a money saving tactic from Clean &Clear or some doofus just decided they needed a change, either way this is no longer the product I used and loved for so many years. It also has a rather unpleasant smell to it of plastic. Obviously there is no point in continuing to use and purchase the product. HUGE THUMBS DOWN FOR CLEAN & CLEAR.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I love this cleanser for use with my acne-prone skin. My doctor recommended using a Benzyl Peroxide product to reduce blemishes. I use it once a day (in the shower) and wash with a different cleanser the other time (in the sink). If used more often, I sometimes experience redness and irritation, which is easily remedied with a moisturizing lotion. It should be noted that unless you rinse ALL of the cleanser away, it will bleach towels and other clothing it comes in contact with. This is why I use it only in the shower because I find it easier to rinse completely away.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

This product works great! I need so much of it because I have all over body acne. I need it for my face, chest, back and inner thighs. It clears me up fairly fast.I see results in just one day.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I use this product on my face and back for adult acne along with a prescribed dark spot liquid medication to lighten the dark spots on my back. This product is inexpensive and has been working well as I've been only been using it for 3 weeks. My skin has a nice silky texture to it and the clean feeling after washing off the cleanser is amazing. I developed acne as an adult and the frustration after spending so much money on prescription medications was draining my pockets.
I also found that changing my pillow cases, keeping my hair tied up at night and away from my face during the day is a big help. The trial and error process of finding what works for your speciific skin type can be annoying but once you find something that works and doesn't break the bank that is the best feeling EVER !!!!!

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I used this for a short period during my early teens, and I can remember having random people approach me in grocery stores and even close family friends asking me what I use for my skin, because it was always very clear and even. I think the only reasons why I've stopped using it as an adult are because of budgetary constraints while hitting a few financial snags and the fact that my skin has pretty much outgrown getting bad breakouts.

I will say, however, that the benzoyl peroxide DID stain some of my towels, but that was only when I didn't wash all of the cleanser off of my face thoroughly, and I believe that this occurring is mentioned on the packaging.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I developed pretty bad adult acne. I am 28. I never had acne this bad, even in my teens. I got acne cysts, little bumps, all kinds of pimples all over my face. Believe me when I tell you I tried EVERYTHING! I was buying a new face wash every few weeks. I tried creams, toners, pads. Even tried the store brand proactive. I didn't like salycic acid products because they made my face red and irritated. I was at a loss and ready to call a dermatologist. On a last chance effort I bought this face wash and I liked it, it didn't irritate my face at all. I use it twice a day. That right there made me happy. It leaves my face clean and it goes on thick, covering the skin good. Avoid the eye area! It didn't stain or bleach my clothes. After using it for about 2 months, I looked in the mirror one day and I was surprised because my skin looked...good. I stood there looking at it for a few minutes because for once, my face wasn't covered in pimples. I haven't had any of those horrible painful cysts in a while. I still get a pimple here and there but nothing major. Buy this face wash and stick with it, don't give up and you will see results.

I also highly recommend using a sulfur face mask twice a week.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I do as the directions say. I massage it all over my face for 20-30 seconds. I really try to dry out my skin with this so I can't really blame the product. I'm sure I could keep my skin a little moist if I didn't use so much but I also use Cerave to moisturize my face when my skin gets dry. I always try to find something that can help me with my terrible cystic acne. I'm usually disappointed but this isn't so bad. It really helps fight off large cystic acne on my face and when I do get one that refuses to be fought off this cream seems to help get rid of it faster then I could on my own just washing my face. I get very oily skin and workout a lot so my skin is always at war it seems. I never had acne till my adult years so if you have moderate cystic/adult acne it should help. If you have extreme acne I can't say this would help you. It's great for removing large amounts of oil my face produces. Which really tends to be where my cysts come from. At most I'd get 4-5 of them at my worst. So if you have anymore then this maybe it won't help you. Lately my skin is clear of large cysts only small ones at times that I can quickly clear up with this. You will get dry skin but it's worth it so you don't see giant red puss tumors on your face! LOL Good luck!

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

This is the only cleanser that keeps my skin clear. Otherwise I have quite a bit of acne.

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I would definetly recommend this product. Before, I had used cetaphil and proactiv and both products only worked temporarily. I started seeing changes w/ Clean & Clear within a week of use. I use it in the morning, then add a skin moisturizer before I go outside. Then I use it at night, but no moisturizer. It does tend to dry out your face a bit, but when washing your face you are only supposed to use it for 20 seconds. I have seen great improvements on this product in just 3 weeks.

Service and delivery comments:

Very fast and easy delivery. No problems

Comments about Clean & Clear Continuous Control Acne Cleanser, 5 oz:

I use the product twice a day: once in the morning and once at night. If I feel my skin is more oily than usual in the afternoon, I use it a third time. I've had moderate acne since grade school, and even now while I am in college. This controls my acne pretty well. I was never totally clear even while on prescription meds, so I'm not surprised that my skin isn't totally clear with this product. The results are similar to the prescription med I WAS on (benzaclin). I've never had my clothes stained with the product, but I've read that this is possible. Just be careful. There is minor skin irritation, but that will vary from person to person. It doesn't dry me out, but again, that will vary on one's skin type.