Overview
Acne Control offers several products in its Theraline family of acne-treatment formulas. Among these are the TheraGel, TheraCleanser, TheraToner and others. Currently, Acne Control does not offer a full system of these products, so consumers must purchase each one separately, at an average cost of about $30 a bottle. After visiting their web site and conducting further research on these products, the staff at ClearSkinReviews.com has several concerns about the Acne Control Theraline products.

Featured Ingredients
Fortunately, two of the Acne Control products (its TheraGel and TheraCleanser) contain Salicylic Acid, which is one of the best anti-acne treatments available. Research proves that Salicylic Acid not only helps treat acne and reduce the size and number of pimples and blemishes. But this compound also performs a gentle yet effective exfoliating function, wiping away dead skin cells and promoting the replacement with fresh healthy ones. This helps prevent future breakouts from occurring.

Unfortunately, the rest of the Acne Control Theraline formulas fail to impress. In fact, we are concerned that the TheraGel formula actually contains Salicylic Acid along with Benzoyl Peroxide. While most acne products contain either one or the other, TheraGel contains both. While Salicylic Acid is a powerful acne ingredient, we are not aware of any clinical studies of the effects when it is combined with Benzoyl Peroxide. Because Benzoyl Peroxide has some drying and flaking effects, we are concerned that this could become worse with the TheraGel formula.

Other products in the line, such as the TheraMask and TheraScrub, do not seem to contain any beneficial ingredients. The TheraMask contains botanicals that may help overall complexion, but the company’s claims that the ingredients in the formula will treat acne seem inaccurate. TheraScrub apparently only contains Loofah granules and microscrubbers that may exfoliate skin but will probably not directly treat acne at all.

Web Site at a Glance
The Acne Control web site is far from well-constructed. Information is hard to find, and when ordering, some product information seems to be contradictory. The writing on the web site is problematic - several grammatical and spelling errors were detected, calling the credibility of the company into question. In addition, the web site contains inaccurate and potentially harmful recommendations on acne and acne treatment. For example, one section on the web site recommends that the acne sufferer refrain from food or sexual activity to reduce acne breakouts. This kind of advice is not only inaccurate; it is dangerous.

Pros
- Some products contain Salicylic Acid

Cons
- Most products do not include any acne fighting ingredients

- No scientific research on the products is listed on the web site

- Company does not offer a comprehensive system - products must be purchased individually

- Inaccurate information about acne and acne treatment may be harmful to the consumer

Summary
Even considering the fact that some of the Acne Control Theraline products contain Salicylic Acid, we do not recommend these products. Any company that posts potentially harmful advice about acne does not deserve our respect, or your business.