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(14 reviews)
Red-Orange?
I find the color of the reddish orange packaging off-putting. Orange means alert and the red-orange color, to me, signals inflammation--exactly what I hope this product cures.
Customer Care: Because these products are boldly different from other acne products on the market, Paula wanted a color to reflect this in addition to making them stand out from the crowd. We appreciate your feedback though and will be sure to share your comments with Paula and her team.
—Clarice
What's the Difference?
What is the actual difference with the Blemish Fighting Solution? The ingredients seem identical - and I just purchased a new tube! :(
Customer Care: Thank you for the product review. Both Acne Fighting Treatments are exactly the same as the original and Extra Strength Blemish Fighting solution. We essentially put both formulas in the Clear line because it is more streamlined and easier for those struggling with breakouts to order and that is why, eventually we will be phasing out the regular and extra strength Blemish Fighters.
—Geri
Love this stuff!
This is one of the very few benzoyl peroxide treatments that I am able to use and actually works. The texture is a very lightweight lotion that dries completely matte. It is also not at all sticky or tacky like other brands I have used in the past. Highly recommended!
—Susan
AWESOME product! :-)
I L-O-V-E this stuff!! :-) :-) I use it for myself, and my hubby uses it also :-) It is AWESOME :-) :-) I have also given it to a few teenagers and a pre-teen that I know, and it has really helped with their acne :-)
—Tara Sketchley
great so far
This has been great so far, almost 30 days. I switched to this from my 10% benzoyl peroxide because that was drying me out too much. With this I am able to spot treat or spread on entire area (like my chin line where my hormones go crazy) and it does not irritate. I use this in combo with BHA liquid and so far so good. I don't use every day, mostly every other day. It works best if you put under moisturizer.
—Kelly
Great Product Terrible Package
This product has done wonders for my skin but the tube packaging is terrible. Gushes out way more than you need. Paula is always preaching packaging but she really needs to look at this tube. Otherwise, best benzoyl peroxide product I've used. Does wonders for the skin, no bad smell and is not irritating
—ardna k
Amazing
I have had a stubborn milia near my lip for months. After applying this lotion for a few days, the white spot went away beautifully. Great job, Paula!
—Marlene
Patience is needed
First of all, I bought this product to prevent and treat my acne/ and break outs just like anyone else who bought this product. However, it didnt seem like doing its job at first so I didnt use it for a long time. but maybe a few weeks ago, I started to use this product with q tips right before applying my moisturizer. And now I believe in this product. Although I have a few break outs from time to time, I believe that this product helps preventing acne! You just need to use this product patiently and you will see what I mean..!
—Heesu
Great Customer Service!
Love this product, but had an issue with the packaging...customer service was OUTSTANDING, went above and beyond to make things right.
—Sunni
Amazing product
i have been using this product for the past 3 months. i haven't had such clear skin in years. i had tried various topical and systemic medication but to no avail. i am so pleased with the results. my skin is much smoother and healthier.
i found that using Resist Aging Anti-oxidant serum after the Clear Cream avoids my skin from drying as well as making sure i am nourishing my skin with anti-oxidants to fight off aging!
—Chrissy
Works great
I've been using this product for years, and I think it works great. Just enough Benyzol to work without overdrying your skin, which is a problem I find with typical store brands. My only complaint is it keeps getting more expensive. The actual formula & size hasn't changed in the 4+ years I've been using it, but it's now several dollars more in price.
—Trudy Ann
Best BP product out there
This is the only Benzoyl Peroxide product I have ever used that does not irritate or dry out my skin. This is gentle, but it works, and that is why I will continue to repurchase. My skin looks great!!
—K
A godsend
The only product that's ever cured my adult acne. I have clear skin for the first time in 20 years. Bless you forever, Paula.
—Geri Rogers
Clear extra strength acne fighting treatment
I hated this product. I use many of Paula's products and they work great. This was a major disappointment. Did not dry to a matte finish. Did not clear anything, too much comes out of the tube, too liquidy. Does absolutely nil.
Customer Care Response: We are sorry to hear about your experience with these items. Please contact Customer Service for further assistance with returning these items or selecting alternate ones.
—anna
What makes this product unique?
Persistent or stubborn acne has met its match thanks to Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment. This 5% benzoyl peroxide solution works instantly to eliminate acne-causing bacteria to stop blemishes in their tracks.
Unlike most benzoyl peroxide-based acne products, Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment contains no harsh or irritating ingredients that can make acne worse, such as alcohol, menthol, or camphor.
Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment also contains soothing anti-irritants to help skin heal and reduce red marks caused by blemishes. It has a super-light lotion texture that sets to a matte finish, and can be worn under makeup.
This product is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.
Who is this product for?
Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment works great for all skin types struggling with stubborn, persistent acne. It is suitable for men or women, teens and adults alike.
How should this product be used?
After cleansing with Paula's Choice CLEAR Normalizing Cleanser and exfoliating with Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Targeted Acne Relief Toner, cover the areas where breakouts occur with a thin layer of Paula's Choice CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment 1 to 2 times per day.
Because some people may experience dryness when they first start using a product with benzoyl peroxide, you can start by applying it once a day or every other day to see how your skin responds.
What Makes Paula's Choice Products Unique? Created by world renowned skin care expert and author Paula Begoun
Proven effectiveness based on hundreds of published scientific studies
Targeted systems for wrinkles, acne, rosacea, sensitive skin, oily skin, dry skin and more
Fragrance-free, color-free, free of harmful skin irritants, and never tested on animals
100% customer satisfaction guaranteed
Unequalled customer service
Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 5% (anti-bacterial agent). Inactive Ingredients: Water, Propylene Glycol (slip agent/penetration enhancer), Bisabolol, Allantoin (anti-irritants), Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylates Crosspolymer (film-forming/suspending agent), Hydroxyethylcellulose (thickener), Sodium Citrate (stabilizer), Laureth-4 (emulsifier), Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol (preservatives), Triethanolamine (pH adjuster), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).
After cleansing with Paula's Choice CLEAR Normalizing Cleanser and exfoliating with Paula's Choice Extra Strength Targeted Acne Relief Exfoliating Toner, apply a thin layer of Paula's Choice Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment once or twice a day.
Because some people may experience dryness when they first start using a product with benzoyl peroxide, it may be necessary to reduce application to once every other day or, if twice daily application proves to be too much, reduce application to once daily, morning or evening.
Why doesn't Paula's Choice offer a 10% strength benzoyl peroxide product?
Research has shown that 2.5% and 5% strengths of benzoyl peroxide work far better than a 10% solution. With a 10% concentration of benzoyl peroxide, the increased potential of dryness and irritation negates further benefit.
If you find a 2.5% or 5% concentration of benzoyl peroxide doesn't work for you, the next step is to see a dermatologist and explore prescription-only treatments such as BenzaClin or Clindamycin which are topical antibiotics, or Retin-A or Differin which are prescription-strength topical forms of vitamin A. There are also oral medications to discuss with your physician.
What happened to Paula's Choice Extra Strength Blemish Fighting Solution?
Nothing happened except a name change! The same extra strength formula that's worked so well for thousands of Paula's Choice customers struggling with acne has simply been renamed and added to our CLEAR line of anti-acne products.
Paula and her Cosmetics Cop Team wanted to reposition this product as part of the streamlined, 3-step approach for achieving blemish-free, clearer skin. Other than the name, CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment is identical to our former Extra Strength Blemish Fighting Solution.
I use one of your CLEAR Acne Fighting Treatments and have noticed some of my towels and/or pillowcases have become stained, almost as if they were bleached. Why does this happen?
Because these products contain benzoyl peroxide, they may bleach hair or dyed fabrics. Be sure to apply carefully around your hairline and eyebrows and allow the product to absorb and dry completely before coming in contact with fabrics such as linens, towels, or clothing.
Sources to support the claims made for CLEAR Extra Strength Acne Fighting Treatment:
Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, February 2010, pages 712–718; Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, February 2010, pages 131–136; Dermatologic Clinics, January 2009, pages 33–42; British Journal of Dermatology, August 2008, pages 480–481; and Dermatology Therapy, March-April 2008, pages 86–95; Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 873–880; Lancet, December 2004, pages 2188–2195; Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, September-October 2000, pages 292–296; and www.naturaldatabase.com.
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