If you’re like me, a college student, or just anybody for whom every day is a busy day, you don’t have time to waste on 3 or 4 step treatments. The reason these 4 step systems exist is because they generally use benzoyl peroxide as their active ingredient. Benzoyl peroxide has proven to be overly harsh and irritating, which is why these treatments require multiple steps to compensate for the side-effects.
Personally, I don’t think it’s worth it. Why would I use a treatment to cure my acne if it’s just going to leave me yet another skin problem. I want a treatment that treats my acne without destroying my skin and I think everyone would like that. I prefer Salicylic acid. It’s gentler and just as effective.
October 30, 2008 at 12:32 am
Dan! I have been reading your blog over the past few weeks and I have to say it is very informative. After reading about the harmful effects of Benzoyl Peroxide i decided to ditch my current treatment plan!
You made a good point when you mentioned the 3 or 4 step programs. I started searching the internet for new types of treatment that don’t use the harmful peroxide, and i stumbled upon this product called CTRL. Its only 2 steps and you don’t need a prescription. I would totally recommend it.
Thanks for all your help!