Acnezine

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Pros: 
• 2-Step System
• Cream Contains 5% Benzoyl Peroxide
• No Animal Testing
• 90 Day Money Back Guarantee

Cons:
• Only a 2-Step System
• No Free Trial

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Product Description and Overview:

Acnezine is a two-part skin management system consisting of a topical solution and a vitamin supplement taken once per day. Acnezine claims that these vitamin supplements are designed to control oil, inflammation and encourage production of healthy skin from the inside out. The topical solution, applied directly to the skin, addresses existing acne.

While a two-step acne treatment system is better than treatment only, we have found higher effectiveness when a three-step system is used - one that incorporates cleansing, treatment and prevention/maintenance.

When it come to oral supplements, we are generally suspicious; however, in the case of Acnezine, we are a little more comfortable given that the Acnezine supplements consists of vitamins rather than herbal/botonical ingredients.

Product Claims and Features:

Acnezine two-step management system consists of two parts - a topical solution and vitamin supplement. The topical solution contains Benzoyl Peroxide 5%, which has been shown to be very effective in the fight against acne-causing bacteria.

The antioxidants in the vitamin supplements can work to help eliminate the free radicals that may cause mild acne.

The Acnezine system works for adults and teenagers, and is effective against mild to moderate facial and body acne.

Customer Testimonials:

The following testimonials have been obtained from a number of sources including the Company's website.

Positive:
"Both my self and my daughter have been using this combination for the last 4 months and it has worked well for the both of us. She has been fighting with the adolescent acne for years now and finally we are seeing improvements." B. Savage 9/1/07 (Amazon.com)

"Since using this product along with the cream and on the spot gel my skin has improved. I have not had an angry red spot since well.... quite a while. I still get the occasional small pimple but it is so much easier to manage with these products." Niiki (acne.org)

"Not sure why there are mixed results. I've been using this product for about a week and got almost immediate results. Together with Retin-A for the scars my skin looks great." Maribel (acne.org)

Negative:
"I bought it and I had to say sorry to my face. Just after 1 time apply, my face was swollen, red and ichy." Khanh Tp Vu 12/1/07 (Amazon.com)

"...it doesn't work and it's ridiculously expensive for cheap vitamins and their so called "proprietary blend". I tried it and it's not worth it at all." Steven (acne.org)

"I used this for three months as directed and saw no difference in my face. After jumping through all the hoops to get a refund they said they could only refund the first purchase but since it is past the deadline they would not be able to help me." Anonymous (acne.org)

Note: Some of the negative comments on acne.org are for "Acuzine", a predecessor product that consisted of vitamin supplements only.

Disclaimer: Testimonials have been edited to comply with FDA regulations. While positive results are likely, the testimonials used are general results and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results - individual results may vary.

Directions:

Topical cream to be applied ion a thin layer on the affected area one to three times per day. The manufacturer suggests starting with one application per day until the skin's reaction to Benzoyl Peroxide is known. The vitamin supplements are to be taken once per day before a meal on an empty stomach.

Typical results expected in five to six weeks.

Ingredients:

The active ingredient in the topical solution is Benzoyl Peroxide 5%, which has been found to be highly effective in promoting cleaner skin by killing many types of acne-causing bacteria.

One of the knocks against Benzoyl Peroxide is that it can be can be harsh on the skin, causing drying and flaking. To counter these potential drying effects, the Acnezine topical formulation includes several botanical ingredients, including Lavender extract, Aloe Vera and Chamomile.

While we are comfortable with the efficacy of Benzoyl Peroxide, and use it in our own household, we do have a slight bias to Salicylic Acid because of its effectiveness in the fight against acne, without the harshness.

The Acnezine vitamin supplements include Ester-C, a form of Vitamin C, and vitamins E, B6, B12, B1 and B2. Vitamin C is probably one of the most important acne-fighting vitamins. Vitamin C 1) is an antioxidant that prevents/reduces the damage done to cells by toxins; and 2) is a detox agent that removes toxins and other pollutants from your body. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant, but is fat-soluble compared to vitamin C, which is water-soluble. If you are already taking a multi-vitamin, care must be taken to make sure that you don't mega dose on vitamin E. Finally, B vitamins have been found important in the fight against acne, providing for, in addition to other things, the maintenance of health skin.

List of Ingredients:

Topical Solution: 

•Active Ingredient - Benzoyl Peroxide 5%;

•Inactive Ingredients - Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Benzyl Alcohol, Betula Alba (Birch) Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Carbomer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange/Neroli) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance (Parfum), Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Honey, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Methylpropanediol, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sugar Cane Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Extract, Water (Aqua), Xanthan Gum.Formula.

Supplements:  Ester C; Vitamins E, B6, B12, B1, B2; Aloe Vera Powder; alpha Lipoic Acid; Bioperine Standardized Extract; Collagen Type II; CoQ10; Curcumin C3 Comples; Hylauronic Acid.