Persa-Gel® 10 Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment — Reddit Reviews
Updated October 8, 2026
10% benzoyl peroxide spot treatment; longstanding, affordable, and harsh on some skin.
What the community says
A 10% benzoyl peroxide spot treatment that Redditors keep in rotation for acne. Studies back the acne-clearing effect, but irritation is the real trade-off, and 10% is a lot for sensitive skin.
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Key Ingredients
Skin type data limited
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What the science says
Acne
Some evidence
Benzoyl Peroxide: 6 studies tested it on its own. See all 23 studies
What the studies found
- Most studies found it helped clear acne better than a placebo or no treatment
- Most people had fewer pimples, blackheads and whiteheads with benzoyl peroxide
- Some studies found early improvement, but results were less clear later on
- It worked about as well as a comparison routine in one study
- The most common side effects were more skin irritation and other side effects overall
Studied at 2.5–5%this product: 10%
Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.
Real Reddit threads — 5 mentions across 4 threads
Clean & Clear Persa-Gel® 10 Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment on Reddit, in one place — 4 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, summarized.
“Clean & Clear Persa-gel, been around at least 20 years and super affordable.”
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“been around at least 20 years”
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“super affordable”
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“A lot of people like Clean and Clear Persa-Gel which is 10% BP”
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“So they can both be harsh but it seems different for everyone.”
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“My bf tolerates BP very well.”
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“* Clean & Clear persa-gel”
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“Night”
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“(How should I be alternating the pads with the glycolic acid and are there any other products I use that shouldn't mix with the pads?)”
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“currently i use kiehls face wash & moisturizer, byoma toner, & persa-gel 10”
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“hi! does anyone have any recommendations for products to help with adult acne?”
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“any recommendations for either would be super appreciated!”
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Dupes & Alternatives
Paula's Choice
Clear Regular Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
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