Benzoyl Peroxide Not Working Anemone- 40 Questions Answered

Well, I have been applying benzoyl peroxide 2.5% just wanted to ask should I be consuming tretiva 10mg along with it or only BZ is good enough to treat my acne

Asked for Male, 25 Years 897 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

Donot self treat. The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling ... Read More

It's my first time using benzoyl peroxide and I want to ask if I can use kojic acid with it? What is the possible side effect?

Asked for Female, 20 Years 1886 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Treatment Depends on the grade of pimples.. unnecessary use will lead to chemical irritation.. send photos for proper diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Hello doctor Can i use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% pea size mix with moisturizer on my full face and keep it overnight?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 859 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Can we apply sunscreen over benzoyl peroxide or vice versa? Which one should apply first and how much time do we need to wait in between?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 2659 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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No..it depends upon the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ... Read More

I get benzoyl peroxide burn it is reddish black and it is very painfull full of my chin please can you suggest any treatment?

Asked for Male, 19 Years 486 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

I cannot suggest until I see the extent of the rashes. Don't use soap over the area. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and and treatment advice ... Read More

I have applied benzoyl peroxide cream on my face and my face become dark red and it's burning what to do please help me please please please please:(((

Asked for Female, 19 Years 742 Views v

Dr. Asmita Dhekne ChebbiDermatologist | Bangalore

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Benzoyl peroxide can cause irritation and that's why it's very important to use it the right way. For the moment, stop the BPO and please use epithelaile Ah cream twice a day for 3-5 days. After that ... Read More

Can I apply benzoyl peroxide and on my skin while on isotretinoin capsules 20 mg per day............?

Asked for Male, 24 Years 1545 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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U can..But more specific medicine required..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, ch ... Read More

Hello doctor How to use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel on the face at night ? Please suggest methods to apply it on the face.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 4016 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Previously I was recommended to use benzoyl peroxide 5% but the pharmacist gave me benzoyl peroxide 10% by west coast. Can anyone tell is it safe to use 10% version ? If it is then what is the method of use, precautions and side effects.

Asked for Female, 18 Years 192 Views v

Dr. Rahul TripathiDermatologist | Lucknow

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10% BPO should not be used on face... ... Read More

I would like to know what a salicylic acid wash wash does and what a benzoyl peroxide face wash does. I have very oily skin which tend to get small pimples. I am presently using a salicylic acid face wash. But still I would like to know the difference of the above mentioned. Also please tell me the name of a good benzoyl peroxide face wash.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 417 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Salicylic remove upper layers of skin also.. For detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Doctors, Doctors has written Benzoyl peroxide gel for my Acne but he did not mention how many times use it Now one time or more time should i use this gel ?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 243 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Once a day.. however treatment depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice ... Read More

Does Benzoyl peroxide gel work on whiteheads ??...?? ...???...???...??? ...???...??...???..???...??.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 204 Views v

Dr. Shivani S TalpallikarCosmetologist | Bidar

No it doesn't. ... Read More

Does benzoyl peroxide gel removes Acne marks ?? (Red or Brownish Marks left after small acne)...???...???...???...???

Asked for Female, 22 Years 507 Views v

Dr. Khushpreet Kaur MannDermatologist | Delhi

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Benzoyl peroxide is not the ideal treatment of marks.. Treatment of marks depends upon the severity.. get a direct consultation for proper treatment ... Read More

When can I see the benzoyl peroxide cream results? I started using it from 1 month but it's increasing pimples not cleared yet I got diagnosed with as grade 2 acne

Asked for Female, 25 Years 295 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ... Read More

I suddenly got cystic acne due to humid weather and skin being more oily I am doing everything to reduce the inflammation (clean diet,drinking lot of water etc) My dermatologist added sebium global to my routine but I still got another breakout on my check Can I use benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment for a few days till the pimple goes away

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Asked for Female, 20 Years 213 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Treatment depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ... Read More

Hi.. Can we use Benzoyl peroxide gel and Salicylic acid gel in the same day... Like Salicylic acid gel in the morning and benzoyl peroxide gel at night...

Asked for Male, 20 Years 350 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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What's the diagnosis... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I was prescribed Benzoyl Peroxide Face wash for Acne. It kept my skin clear for 3-4 weeks, but after that product became completely ineffective. I keep it in the bathroom. I read online that Benzoyl Peroxide goes bad if left in heat and moisture. Where should I keep it or store it?

Asked for Male, 23 Years 194 Views v

Dr. Abhigyan MukherjeeDermatologist | Pune

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It's the more than the product It is related to the skin condition More often than not acne requires oral drugs n treatment. ... Read More

I am using benzoyl peroxide from 3 months to treat acne on my face. I am using benzoyl peroxide cream 4 % and benzoyl peroxide face wash 4% in night. I am suddenly noticing fine lines or wrinkles near my cheeks. Please help as I am seeing noticable fine line and my age is just 25

Asked for Male, 25 Years 1140 Views v

Dr. Manas ChopraDermatologist | Delhi

Hello dear. Benzoyl peroxide washes are excellent for acne. They don't cause wrinkles and fine lines. Excessive sun exposure and heavy smoking are main culprits. Avoid both ... Read More

As per my doctor suggestion , I am taking a Benzoyl Peroxide cream for my face to treat acne. The result has been massive dryness and irritation. Any advice how to restore back my skin?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 209 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Stop it.. Alternate better cream available..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos ... Read More

Dr prescribed benzoyl peroxide and adapalene gel for acne. I applied it in the evening after facewash and washed during bed time. Looks like it left a huge brown rash. Please help. It is bright enough but not tat bright in pic

Asked for Female, 30 Years 91 Views v

Dr. Sandeep GuptaDermatologist | Delhi

Apply the cream. Avoid sun exposure ... Read More

Hello, me and my brother have acne problem while he has severe one. I have little scars and some pimples every two weeks I searched online for remedies and tried every home remedies but it gets cured for sometime. My brother is 15 yrs old and I'm 18. I read many articles suggesting benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. I got benzoyl peroxide gel

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Asked for Female, 17 Years 352 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

No.. Depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweet ... Read More

Hi, after using products containing benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid on my face, I now currently have a great deal of red irritation all over my face, particularly in on the nose and the glabella. Was just wondering if there are is anything I can do to make the redness and tenderness subside. It would also be great if what I applied didn't clog

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Also she suggested me the Benzoyl peroxide to apply night time, so after using a week I am geting small pimples like blisters, and having pain.. wat to I do

Asked for Female, 29 Years 394 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Stop it...Need specific medicine..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate an ... Read More

Hello, I applied benzoyl peroxide 5% and now I am suffering from skin rash and extreme redness. Its patchy and swollen as well. Can I apply emolene? If not, then please advise the medication. I feel a burning sensation and itchy skin all over the face.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 304 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

It's irritant Contact dermititis.....Do direct online consultation by sending photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ... Read More

Hey So i use AZClear to spot treat my pimples, but I think I overused it now my skin is used to it and it isn't as effective. So i want to switch to benzoyl peroxide for a little, but which percent is better to spot treat 2.5%,5% or 10%?

Asked for Female, 18 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

You should stop self treatment a d take proper opinion. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

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Benzoyl peroxide not working anemone

Well, I have been applying benzoyl peroxide 2.5% just wanted to ask should I be consuming tretiva 10mg along with it or only BZ is good enough to treat my acne

It's my first time using benzoyl peroxide and I want to ask if I can use kojic acid with it? What is the possible side effect?

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Hello doctor Can i use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% pea size mix with moisturizer on my full face and keep it overnight?

Can we apply sunscreen over benzoyl peroxide or vice versa? Which one should apply first and how much time do we need to wait in between?

I get benzoyl peroxide burn it is reddish black and it is very painfull full of my chin please can you suggest any treatment?

I have applied benzoyl peroxide cream on my face and my face become dark red and it's burning what to do please help me please please please please:(((

Can I apply benzoyl peroxide and on my skin while on isotretinoin capsules 20 mg per day............?

Hello doctor How to use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel on the face at night ? Please suggest methods to apply it on the face.

Previously I was recommended to use benzoyl peroxide 5% but the pharmacist gave me benzoyl peroxide 10% by west coast. Can anyone tell is it safe to use 10% version ? If it is then what is the method of use, precautions and side effects.

Doctors, Doctors has written Benzoyl peroxide gel for my Acne but he did not mention how many times use it Now one time or more time should i use this gel ?

Does Benzoyl peroxide gel work on whiteheads ??...?? ...???...???...??? ...???...??...???..???...??.

Does benzoyl peroxide gel removes Acne marks ?? (Red or Brownish Marks left after small acne)...???...???...???...???

When can I see the benzoyl peroxide cream results? I started using it from 1 month but it's increasing pimples not cleared yet I got diagnosed with as grade 2 acne

Hi.. Can we use Benzoyl peroxide gel and Salicylic acid gel in the same day... Like Salicylic acid gel in the morning and benzoyl peroxide gel at night...

I was prescribed Benzoyl Peroxide Face wash for Acne. It kept my skin clear for 3-4 weeks, but after that product became completely ineffective. I keep it in the bathroom. I read online that Benzoyl Peroxide goes bad if left in heat and moisture. Where should I keep it or store it?

I am using benzoyl peroxide from 3 months to treat acne on my face. I am using benzoyl peroxide cream 4 % and benzoyl peroxide face wash 4% in night. I am suddenly noticing fine lines or wrinkles near my cheeks. Please help as I am seeing noticable fine line and my age is just 25

As per my doctor suggestion , I am taking a Benzoyl Peroxide cream for my face to treat acne. The result has been massive dryness and irritation. Any advice how to restore back my skin?

Dr prescribed benzoyl peroxide and adapalene gel for acne. I applied it in the evening after facewash and washed during bed time. Looks like it left a huge brown rash. Please help. It is bright enough but not tat bright in pic

Also she suggested me the Benzoyl peroxide to apply night time, so after using a week I am geting small pimples like blisters, and having pain.. wat to I do

Hello, I applied benzoyl peroxide 5% and now I am suffering from skin rash and extreme redness. Its patchy and swollen as well. Can I apply emolene? If not, then please advise the medication. I feel a burning sensation and itchy skin all over the face.

Hey So i use AZClear to spot treat my pimples, but I think I overused it now my skin is used to it and it isn't as effective. So i want to switch to benzoyl peroxide for a little, but which percent is better to spot treat 2.5%,5% or 10%?

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