Benzaclin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 9, 2015

For Acne "I've been using this for about 3 years now. This is probably the first product I've ever used that resulted in clearer skin, both on my face and my body. I went from having at least 5-7 big red pimples at all times, often more when I was on my period, to having clear skin with maybe a few small blemishes most of the time. It took a few months before I noticed it was actually working. Everything was great until 2 months ago, I now have acne just as bad, if not worse, than ever before (face and back). I still use Benzaclin, but it's had absolutely no effect, which is extremely disappointing. Back to square one, I guess."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 18, 2018

For Acne "This medication is terrible. I had only a bit of acne when my GP recommended this. Taking this was the worst decision of my life. It made my acne only slightly better, but in exchange, I got extremely red, flaky, painful skin. Therefore, I decided to stop using it entirely in hopes that my skin would go back to normal. This drug works by killing all the bacteria on your skin, both good and bad (I hadn’t done my research or known this at the time). So when I quit using it, my skin had no good bacteria left to defend against the bad, resulting in the worst breakout of my life. I now have cystic acne on my cheeks, forehead, and chin. My skin has never looked this terrible in my entire life (I normally have clear skin). I’m warning anyone out there with moderate acne and sensitive combination skin: DO NOT USE THIS. If you’re looking for clear skin, there are better solutions out there. Please save yourself the heartache."

• bre...
• September 17, 2017

For Acne "I have been on Benzaclin for approximately 1 year and 4 months now, and in the beginning (first 2-3 months), I was noticing a big improvement and my acne was starting to go away. However, my acne came back even worse a couple of months after, and the Benzaclin was not helping it at all. Currently, I am still using Benzaclin in hopes that it will work again for me, but I don't think it will, to be honest :("

• Mag...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2018

For Acne "I just finished my first three months on this medication. I was prescribed it by my family doctor after I randomly had inflamed pustules on my forehead. My skin has actually been pretty clear most of my life, and this appeared out of the blue at the beginning of the year (I am 24 years old). It worked tremendously on my skin. My skin is clear, and I haven't had a new inflamed pimple come up since. I use Origins Checks and Balances face wash before and then apply the cream and let it set in overnight. In the mornings, I apply First Aid Beauty Ultra Moisturizing Cream. There is some definite peeling from the medication, but it is way more manageable than the acne I had prior. I am now taking a break as I don't want to use antibiotics for an extended period of time, so I am just using a 5% benzoyl peroxide gel, but if it flares up again, I will definitely go back to this cream."

• Som...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2018

For Acne "I was prescribed this medicine by my family doctor. I have acne on my cheek and chin that have whiteheads and bumps. I decided to try it after I read all the great reviews about it. I have been using it for less than one week now, and it works great. I can tell that all the whiteheads have disappeared, and my skin started to heal. The only thing that made me give it 9/10 is that it dried my face, and my skin on the treated area is peeling off, so I have to use a moisturizer twice or three times in a row to feel comfortable. Other than that, it's working great."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 23, 2018

For Acne "I’m 18 years old and was prescribed Benzaclin by my family doctor. I don’t have major acne, but my skin would break out and clear up over and over, each breakout worse than the last. After a week of this medication, all the acne on my forehead and almost all the blackheads on my nose were gone. But, I now break out constantly on my chin and around my mouth and have red, bumpy skin on my nose, forehead, and outer eye area. I use Benzaclin at night, and occasional overnight breaks from the medication help. Make sure if you use this product to use a moisturizer and gentle cleanser!"

• Amb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2018

For Acne "I did not experience any redness or drying due to this medication, likely due to the fact that I was previously on highly concentrated benzoyl peroxide. Benzaclin helped my cystic acne and whiteheads on my forehead to practically vanish within a month (I still experience occasional cystic spots and plenty of blackheads). However, my cheeks and chin still experience frequent breakouts. The Benzaclin does help in a similar way to benzoyl peroxide by flattening marks quickly, but does not seem to have prevented future breakouts in these areas yet."

• Kra...
• May 16, 2014

For Acne "Benzaclin worked amazingly for me. I used it for 10 years before it stopped working. My doctor prescribed 2 oral meds plus Retin-A, and my skin is terrible. I wish there was a stronger version of Benzaclin available or something like it that I could switch to when its effectiveness wears off."

• Lia...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 14, 2018

For Acne "This stuff is amazing for clearing your skin. Only downside is it can make your skin quite dry. I would recommend making a natural blend of honey, used coffee granules, and oatmeal to exfoliate the dry skin. If you're struggling with acne, I would definitely recommend trying this product out."

• ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2018

For Acne "I'm 21 years old. I've pretty much hormonal acne on my whole face. My dermatologist recommended this gel, and I've been using it since. The last two weeks, and there's no significant difference. But my acne is becoming inflamed and leaving horrible scars. After reading reviews, I'm a bit hopeful that it will cure my acne."

• Mon...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 12, 2020

For Acne "Used it once, prescribed for underarms, painful ingrown hair. It bleached my underarms and whatever area it came in contact during my sleep. About a month since my skin still looks bleached, and I found more help from a homemade remedy (green tea, sugar, and a crushed aspirin alternated with natural red clay). Wish I had seen this earlier! :/"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2014

For Acne "I could not find one cream, scrub, or cleanser that worked. I tried Benzaclin, and it cleared my face up within a month and haven't had a breakout since. It's amazing! I love it!"

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2008

For Acne "Works really well, but one side effect was that my face dried out."

• Ano...
• November 17, 2009

For Acne "Benzaclin made my skin very dry and stiff. Even smiling was difficult the two hours after applying Benzaclin. However, it did a good job clearing my acne, which was severe."

• Anm...
• November 1, 2015

For Acne "It helped clear my acne completely! Recommend it to anyone with acne."

• Anonymous
• July 11, 2009

For Acne "Excellent. Cleared up large acne blemishes in less time than expected. Within two weeks, skin was significantly clearer. Side effects were minimal. No red or dry patches."

• Sol...
• July 31, 2017

For Acne "It made my white zits disappear. Made my skin smooth. So yeah, this works for gross zits that you can pop and the tender red bumps."

• Ama...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2021

For Acne "I started using Benzaclin for acne, and after three days, I had a huge, painful allergic reaction that covered my face and neck."

• kei...
• August 4, 2009

For Acne "I am 28 years old and have acne. I went to a dermatologist and he prescribed this to me. I used it for about 4 months and it did nothing for me. It is expensive even with insurance."

• DAW...
• August 21, 2009

For Acne "This never really cleared me up. It started to but only lasted two months."