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Clearasil Ultra Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream

The Clearasil Ultra Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream is formulated as an acne solution in cream form. According to the maker of this product, it works fast and can be used as a spot treatment or in places where a blemish or a pimple is starting to appear. The product is supposed to work by eliminating bacteria that causes acne and helps smoothens skin by exfoliating it.

The Ultra Vanishing Cream from Clearasil is said to work within three days, just like the tinted version that is also marketed by the brand. The highest concentration available, with 10% benzoyl peroxide, has been touted as a spot treatment, which means that it could make pimples disappear within days.

Comments from users

"It's a very good and effective product, but I only use it every second day cause I end up with terrible dry skin."
Excerpt from a forum on answers.yahoo.com

"Very good product, just don't overdo it. It could really dry out your skin if used more than twice a day. Over all, it's great."
Excerpt from a consumer review on acne.org

"This stuff works! The only drawback is that it can be drying and it makes you sensitive to the sun. However, if you use it sparingly...you will definitely see improvements in your skin."
Excerpt from a customer review on drugstore.com

"...the ingredients in this product are strong and thus work well...the scent stays with me quite a while after I use it. All that aside, the idea of a spot treatment for acne and blemishes is great."
Excerpt from a customer review on amazon.com

Our Opinion

Majority of comments we've gathered attest to the effectiveness of this product in curing acne. However, these comments and reviews were also consistent in claiming that the product is strong, in terms of the smell and its effect on pimples. Just like the tinted version, it also causes discoloration in clothes.

Our Verdict

A highly effective product, but definitely not for people with sensitive skin. The three-day effect is mostly true, but only because it is very strong. The manufacturer should have given warning regarding its potential to dry skin. Having said that, the product does work so you cannot fault the manufacturer for claiming so. Definitely better than the tinted version.

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Our Rating

(four stars)

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Company information

Clearasil is from Berkshire, England-based Reckitt Benckiser, a manufacturer of household and health products.

Product Ingredients

• 10% benzoyl peroxide for eliminating acne-causing bacteria; and glycolic acid to exfoliate the skin

Directions for Use

Wash skin thoroughly and apply a thin layer on affected areas three times a day

Price

$8.99

Return Policy

Return for full refund following 30 days of purchase