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Benzac AC Range
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- 15 reviews
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It is not a gel
Very disappointed that this advertised as a gel when it is a cream. Have not found it overly useful. It feels nicer on the skin than the competitor’s but I think the other brand works better. Overall, disappointed especially since it’s not cheap.
Purchased in for $28.
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Be careful! Causes more damage!
My face gotten worse on the 2nd day of applying the cream Benzac 5%. I stopped using it straight away and regret buying it.
Purchased in at Chemist Australia for $23.
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So good, it's changed my self-esteem (4.5 STARS!)
Summary: 5% on my generally bad skin removed all redness and inflammation on my face, making me look like A different person, in the span of 9 hours. Just be aware if you have eczema or dry/sensitive skin! This product has drastically improved my self-esteem!
I don't suffer from an aggressive form of acne, but I do have generally bad skin. I've tried using different cleansers, toners, exfoliants and pimple creams but everything I've tried hasn't actually taken away the redness or inflammation of my skin. But THIS? My mum bought the 5% for me y...
Read moreesterday and I put it on at about 11am (on the box, it says to put it on of a night time if you want to try it). I woke up today and went to clean my face and when I tell you that the redness and inflammation that I've been trying to get rid of for years now went away in the span of 9 hours I mean it. It has worked so effectively, that I look completely new. My skin has always been an insecurity of mine, but my complexion is so much more clear and even! It's so powerful and worked so quickly, it's the best product I've ever used for my skin. I have to take points away from it because it's so effective that my skin becomes flakey and dry (of course, this is a price I'm willing to pay!). I suffer from eczema a TINY bit on my face (it's sometimes on my neck and fingers- but it's not that big of a deal) and my skin tends to get really dry if I don't moisturise straight after cleansing. So if you do have eczema issues or very dry/sensitive skin, make sure that you're using a great moisturiser or cream on the affected area. As I've only had this product for 2 days now, I can't see all of the side effects, but I look like a new person because of this. THANK YOU!Purchased in at moonee pharmacy.
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The only thing that fixed my adult acne!
I've been on so many medicated solutions for my acne; antibiotics, creams etc and this was the one to fix it! I've been using the 3 step kit with the cleanser, cream (10%) and moisturizer for a month now and my skin is clearer now than it was pre-puberty. Awesome product and super affordable.
Purchased in at Chemist Warehouse Physical Store for $35.
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Somewhat effective treatment
As an Adult I use Benzac AC 10% acne gel however dont expect it just to work over night. On average it takes about 4 days before the acne starts to subside and begins to disappear and am continually applying once to twice daily after cleansing my face till the acne is just about gone. I find it effective to apply as soon as I feel the bump of the pimple and is not yet noticible/acne has not began to surface fully. This stops the pimple from forming any big white head and stops me from wanting to pop pimples leading to problem scarring,
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Read moreplying, I have to use only a dab enough to lightly blot onto the pimple and to be careful not to smear it around the skin it self as the creme dries out skin causing mine to flake and peel. Furthermore if used too much of it, it can leave a visible white mark and is noticible. I still get the odd pimple weekly regardless if I use the creme and it cannot be used beforehand to prevent acne occurring it in the first place, it just is a treatment for the acne when it actually happens. Overall using the creme is best together with other things such as not eating junk food, lollies, chips etc, and keeping good clean personal hygiene and making sure having enough sleep. Benzac AC acne treatment wont work alone on it's own.Purchased in at Ninelife Australia for $16.
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This has completely fixed my adult acne
I started using this around six months ago. The first month there was a lot of peeling. The packet did say to start on the 2% or 5%, but I’m not that kind of girl; I went straight for the 10%. Over the next few months, the acne was going down so slowly I wasn’t really even sure it was happening. Now, six months in, it’s virtually gone. My skin is so smooth, even the “bumpiness”, the small textured blackheads, have gone. And I’d tried everything before that. I still get pimples every so often, but they’re so manageable and I’m now that person wh...
Read moreo says “I have a zit!”, rather than “I have acne all over my face”. If you can get through the big peel (was a little embarrassing), it’s so worth it. I feel so secure now. I’m not self conscious about my face anymore and it’s honestly wonderful.Purchased in at Priceline.
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Literally love it, saved my life
My face as never reacted so well to any acne cream but benzac literally saved my life. For the first time I can leave the house confidently without makeup on! The only problem is that it dried out my skin but that is fixed with hydrating masks.
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Drying and causes milia
I've been using this product for about a month now, as a 2nd try after a few yrs ago i tried it and it gave me millia so i discontinued it.
I have mild to moderate acne thanks to my genetics. I was told to use this by dr's and as a substitute for the old 'miracle cream" proactiv.
I wash my face as per the bottles directions in the shower. When i get out i apply nutrogena oil free moisture and my skin drinks it in. (As opposed to days where i don't use the benzac my skin isn't so dry)
I did notice it did take away some of the overall redn...
Read moreess of my skin temporarily when i first started. My face seemed to be more 1 toned and even in appearance for a little while. But then...Within 2 weeks of using this cream i had severely peeling dry raw skin despite applying moisturiser routinely and not having the issue when i don't use the Benzac.Purchased in at Priceline for $10.
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So excellent
My 14 year old son has been struggling with acne. I’ve tried everything except medication and certainly did not want to go down that road. In chemist, thought I’d buy Benzac. If it didn’t work, it’s just another thing. Two weeks later his skin is clearing and he’s feeling a lot better about himself. It’s brilliant stuff.
Purchased in for $49.
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Only product that cleared up my adult acne.
I have never in my life suffered from bad skin...until I reached my late 30's. I started developing very big and sore, red cystic acne on my chin that would last months and was so embarressing. I then went on antibiotics and used topical antiobiotics which would clear it up and then another one would come in. Then last year I started getting it on my forehead. It was awful. I have tried every product under the sun. One day I was in priceline and seen the 3 pack of wash, spot treatment and moisturiser and thought, why not. I read the reviews and...
Read more was a bit nervous after seeing that it could cause dryness. But it didnt with me and within a month my skin was clear. I still wake up every morning having that dread feeling, like what is going to be there today, and nothing. I have been using it everyday for about 4 months and my skin has been fantastic. I highly recommend.Purchased in at Priceline for $45.
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Worked well and helped clear acne but smells disgusting
I noticed my skin was a lot clearer and less oily with this product in a very short amount of time. I didn’t suffer any adverse reactions but I did go a bit red after the first 2 uses but that subsided within a few minutes. The product was perfect for my level of acne but I didn’t like the smell all that much.
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So far so good
I’ve been using the benzac ac wash for my pimples and it’s worked well in reducing acne. The first few days it caused my skin to dry up and flake away but that soon subsided and left me with clearer skin.
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It's fine, but didn't really help. The moisturiser burns my skin.
I have moderate to severe adult acne and oily skin. I bought the face wash/2.5mg treatment/moisturiser trio.
I had fairly decent results with the 2.5mg and went up to the 10mg (daily for few hours or overnight). The 10mg caused irritation/dryness if I used it too often (as expected) so I had to give my skin a break every couple of days and avoid applying it to areas of the face that get dry or don't have acne.
I found that in general the treatment reduced acne inflammation a few hours after applying, which was nice, but (having also asked som...
Read moree people around me) it didn't noticeably clear my skin at all (I guess I kept getting new acne) I used it for several months (3-6?), used a whole tube of the 2.5mg and like a quarter of the 10mg before giving up on it. Possible that I gave up too soon. I also found it made my acne scars darker while using. Maybe because of drying. My skin can't tolerate the moisturiser for some reason. It immediately makes my face feel hot and sometimes burning/painful, particularly if I use it with the treatment. So I don't use that. The applicator was nice with the twist/pump thing.- Value for Money
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Terrible!!!
I have suffered with hormonal acne since I was a teenager and have tried everything from prescription meds to whatever the latest acne clearing fad is going around both medicated and “natural”. A few years ago I started using Proactiv and omg that cleared my skin right up and stopped any breakouts! Iv continued using proactiv for the last 3 years but recently purchased Benzac AC 3 step kit as proactiv seems to be sold out everywhere atm. Well all I can say is DO NOT use benzac ac! My skin has completely broken out after 3 years of clear, perfec...
Read moret skin! Iv gone from being confident to go out without makeup to now not wanting to leave the house! Thank goodness we are in isolation atm lol. Iv managed to find my beloved proactiv 3 step kit which I quickly ordered to fix the mess benzac has done to my skin!Purchased in at Chemist Warehouse.
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Use with extreme caution!
Be very careful. Mild acne went to more severe pustules. Flaky Inflamation. This should not be sold over the counter. Used it sparingly aswell! This is day 3 before/after pics
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How long after I stopped using benzac ac 5 gel can I use other face products?
Hi, I'm using benzac ac 2.5 on my face.but it's making my face worst.. How I get rid?
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Features:
Benzac’s AC range contains two powerful ingredients – benzoyl peroxide (BPO) and Benzac’s unique AC technology. Acrylates copolymers are tiny beads that absorb up to four times their own weight in fluid.
The active ingredient benzoyl peroxide first kills the acne-causing bacteria that has multiplied. It also reduces inflammation and removes dead skin cells that are clogging your pores. Then, the AC technology acts like a sponge on the skin, making sure any excess oil is fully absorbed.
Once the excess oil is removed, the glycerin properties of the AC technology help hydrate your skin.
The treatment gels and wash are the only products within the Benzac range that contain benzoyl peroxide. The treatment gel comes in three strengths: mild (2.5%), moderate (5%) and high (10%). It’s recommended to start with the mild (2.5%) strength treatment gel if you’re using the products for the first time.
The daily cleansers and moisturiser have been formulated to prepare your skin before the treatment and provide relief and restoration afterwards.
What reviewers thought:
This product is affordable and rated as good value for money. It is fast-acting and many users find that it is very effective at tackling their acne.
Other reviewers had a bad reaction to the product and felt that it made their acne worse, drying out their skin.
It is recommended for those with mild to moderate acne and combination to oily skin. It is also recommended to apply a moisturising treatment after using the AC range.
Category | Acne Treatments |
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Application | Face |
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