| Acne can be a problem for people of any age. | | | | ProActiv has proven to be just as effective |
| Generally, teenagers get lots of pimples because | | | | without the harsh side effects of skin redness |
| of changing hormones and chemical changes, but | | | | and irritation. Most 2.5% BP solutions are available |
| also due to their diet. But this can be a problem in | | | | in many forms and will only cost you about $20 |
| your 20s, 30s or even beyond that, believe it or | | | | US for a month's use and you will see results |
| not. So what company makes the best over the | | | | starting in 6-8 weeks, with most acne |
| counter acne treatment? | | | | disappearing in 10-12 weeks. |
| If you're looking for the best over the counter | | | | Another great acne treatment is called Glycolic |
| acne treatment, one of the best is an herbal | | | | Acid. It is in the family of Alpha Hydroxy Acids |
| blemish stick from Burt's Bees. This sells for about | | | | and can be used whether your acne is mild, |
| $9 US a bottle. It's a small bottle, about a quarter | | | | moderate or severe. Most Alpha Hydroxy Acids |
| of an ounce, but is made with all natural | | | | work on the skin but because Glycolic Acid is the |
| ingredients including tea tree oil. Applying this | | | | smallest, it can penetrate even small pimples, |
| medicine to your pimples three to four times a | | | | blackheads and whiteheads, get rid of the dead |
| day for five days will generally dry out the pimple | | | | skin and keep your skin looking youthful. The cost |
| and leave it with nothing but a scab. You will | | | | can range anywhere up to $60 US and you will |
| actually feel it working as you apply it on your | | | | see results in a matter of weeks. Glycolic Acid will |
| acne. Burt's Bees is an all natural solution and not | | | | also help with the irritation and redness of Benzoyl |
| tested on animals. | | | | Peroxide. |
| One of the most common killers of pimples is | | | | In conclusion, finding the best over the counter |
| Benzoyl Peroxide. This is what was in the popular | | | | acne treatment is not always easy, but do your |
| item ProActiv. Most people remember the days | | | | research and try different things. You'll find |
| when 5% and 10% were considered the norm, | | | | products you like and want to use and that will |
| but the 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide solution found in | | | | help clear up your skin nicely. |