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Acne is growing

2020-04-14 13:16:24
Have been using benzac only for day but washed my face post 3 hours and it left dark patch what shall i do
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Don't worry...you are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis causing face burn.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2020-04-14 13:45:47

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Hello. Each and every person has different type of skin. Benzac ac is anti acne benzoyl peroxide cream. Development of black patch indicates that u are  allergic  to it. Also the amount of cream, time of application and method of application are also important.
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Please send me the pic of affected area. I can suggest you Treatment according to its severity and  your skin type.

Answered2020-04-14 13:41:19

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This Darkness is due to Benzac only. Stop using it. Apply Nadibact cream in the morning and Clindamycin gel night Glareacne face wash will help.

Answered2020-04-14 13:33:59

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Hi plz stop using benzac apply lot moisturizer .

Answered2020-04-14 15:15:09

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It has burnt ur skin mostly .acne needs a detailed discussion with ur dermatologist and proper treatment.comtsvt time if these medications is also important.kindky consult me online for further treatment

Answered2020-04-14 14:47:20

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It is an anti acne cream. The dark patch has has happened because your skin is sensitive. Consult me online . May require pic.
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Use cold water to wash face ,
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Stop this cream for 5 days

Answered2020-04-14 13:29:51

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Benzac ac is wat u mean I think. It is not supposed to cause any pigmentation. It might be post acne hyperpigmentation. U need to consult for this

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