Aczone

aczoneI am the kind of person that really likes to have things my way. I like to feel like I’m in control of my life and that nobody and nothing else makes my decisions for me.

Maybe that’s why I hate acne so much. Sometimes I feel like my life is taken out of my hands and put into the hands of my complexion. It decides whether or not I’m going out on Friday night and even how I feel about myself.

If you are like me and you want to take control of your life again you have come to the right place. I’m here to help you learn how Aczone works and help you make an educated decision about whether or not to give it a try.

How Does Aczone Work?

Aczone is a prescription acne treatment that was designed to clear up your acne in 12 weeks or less. Since it is a prescription-grade treatment it’s important to note that you can’t just go to the store and buy it; you will have to talk to your doctor first and find out if it’s right for you.

Aczone is a topical treatment, meaning that it’s supposed to be spread on your face and isn’t taken in a pill form. All you need to do is rub the Aczone gel into your skin. It is not necessary to rinse it off afterwards.

What Ingredients Are Used to Make Aczone?

The key ingredient used in Aczone is called 5% dapsone gel. Dapsone is a very interesting ingredient; it is most commonly used as an oral treatment to get rid of skin diseases such as leprosy. When taken orally it can have quite a few adverse side effects, but less side effects have been found when dapsone is used in topical treatments.

Dapsone has gone through scientific studies performed by dermatologists and has been found to be an effective ingredient in clearing up acne.

One important thing to know is that you shouldn’t use Aczone if you are using another acne treatment that contains benzoyl peroxide. The makers of Aczone warn that using their product with anything containing benzoyl peroxide can cause your skin to turn yellow or orange. Personally, I would take a face full of acne over an orange face any day of the week.

Is Aczone Worth It?

The question of whether or not Aczone is worth it is a little hard to answer simply because it is a prescription grade treatment. For some people it would be worth it because their insurance will cover it. For others who will end up picking up most of the bill it can be pretty pricey. If your insurance doesn’t help you out very much it can cost around $150 per tube.

That having been said, let’s review the pro’s and con’s of trying Aczone:

  • The key ingredient (dapsone) has been scientifically proven to help clear up acne
  • It is very easy to use
  • There are more possible side effects than there would be in your average acne treatment
  • It can be cheap or very pricey depending on your insurance

Now that you know the facts, it’s up to you to decide whether or not to give Aczone a try!