Question 1

can benzoyl peroxide and aloe vera gel be used together?

Accepted Answer

Benzonyl: Yes both can be used together.

Question 2

are there any reprocusson from using benzoyl peroxide after aloe vera mask?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Usually with benzoyl peroxide there can be dryness.  When mixed with other creams and mask dependingon what they are there can be more dryness and redness.  I would try to not use them together if you are having issues.

Question 3

can i use aloe vera gel just after using benzoyl peroxide on my face?

Accepted Answer

You may: What you described should not have any ill-effects.
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Question 4

i treated my face with aloe vera to smoothen out the allergic reaction of using benzoyl peroxide.but still my face is itchy and dry!

Accepted Answer

Benzoyl peroxide : That is a side effect of benzoyl peroxide.  If you cannot tolerate this stop using it.

Question 5

used aloe vera gel mixed with tea tree oil on my entire face. and apply benzoyl peroxide cream just on my acne? will it worsen my acne if i do that?

Accepted Answer

Acne: Some people's skin is very sensitive to Aloe Vera as well as to Tea Tree Oil. Benzoyl peroxide can be quite irritating to acne. There is potential for problems with this concoction of ingredients.

Question 6

have a benzoyl peroxide cleanser, a salicylic acid cleanser, tea tree oil, and some aloe vera gel. how can i use these together effectively to treat acne?

Accepted Answer

May not work: Use the topical benzoyl peroxide as you can tolerate, a daily wash with the salicylic acid, tea tree oil only if you are a female (it's made men grow breasts), leave the aloe vera unused. This will clear you only if your acne is mild. If it's on your trunk is producing scars or isn't gone in two weeks, get with your physician who can add prescription-strength Rx.

Question 7

i am using benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel to treat my acne.is it harmful to use?to treat the dryness caused due to benzoyl peroxide can i use alovera gel?if yes please say when i should apply aloevera gel that is before or after applying benzoylperoxidgel?

Accepted Answer

Safe to use: Benzoyl peroxide has been used for decades to treat acne, and it is safe to use, allergies to this product are rare.  If you have dry or sensitive skin, then using the product less frequently will help till your skin adapts to the medication.  Some peeling and dryness is to be expected. I would apply a good sunscreen after you have applied the benzoyl peroxide - will help more than aloe vera.

Question 8

i tried a benzac scrub while in the shower. it has made my face go really red and hot for a week now. i have tried methods of a cold compress, aloe vera, hydrocortisone ointment and moisturiser to try heal the redness and nothing is working?

Accepted Answer

: do not put any thing on it and see a Dermatologist

Question 9

is benzoyl peroxide 5% photosensitive? should i use it only at night ?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no.: Benzoyl peroxide can cause photosensitivity, but that doesn't mean you're restricted to using it at night.  Apply a good broad-spectrum sunscreen (spf 30 or higher) every morning, and limit yourself to a sensible amount of sun exposure. And you'll want to stay out of tanning beds as well.

Question 10

does skin become tolerant to benzoyl peroxide?

Accepted Answer

No: Usually not. But each application should follow through cleansing of previous.

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Can benzoyl peroxide and aloe vera gel be used together?

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Are there any reprocusson from using benzoyl peroxide after aloe vera mask?

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Can i use aloe vera gel just after using benzoyl peroxide on my face?

A member asked:

I treated my face with aloe vera to smoothen out the allergic reaction of using benzoyl peroxide.but still my face is itchy and dry!

A member asked:

Used aloe vera gel mixed with tea tree oil on my entire face. and apply benzoyl peroxide cream just on my acne? will it worsen my acne if i do that?

A member asked:

Have a benzoyl peroxide cleanser, a salicylic acid cleanser, tea tree oil, and some aloe vera gel. how can i use these together effectively to treat acne?

A member asked:

I am using benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel to treat my acne.is it harmful to use?to treat the dryness caused due to benzoyl peroxide can i use alovera gel?if yes please say when i should apply aloevera gel that is before or after applying benzoylperoxidgel?

A member asked:

I tried a benzac scrub while in the shower. it has made my face go really red and hot for a week now. i have tried methods of a cold compress, aloe vera, hydrocortisone ointment and moisturiser to try heal the redness and nothing is working?

A member asked:

Is benzoyl peroxide 5% photosensitive? should i use it only at night ?

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Does skin become tolerant to benzoyl peroxide?

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