Question 1

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 2

how long till i see results with benzoyl peroxide 5 percent gel ?

Accepted Answer

A few weeks: Topical acne medication should be used daily for at least 2 weeks before expecting results.  Sometimes additional medication may be necessary for results.

Question 3

is benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5 % good for blackheads ?

Accepted Answer

Fair: Most use retinoid products and cleaning skin pores with various mechanical and chemical agents. Blackheads are accumulation of skin oil in ducts leading to the skin which collect dirt. Keeping the skin exfoliated often helps. See a dermatologist for proper skin care and script for a time-release retin a (tretinoin) type product.

Question 4

is salicylic acid 2% as effective as benzoyl peroxide 5%?

Accepted Answer

Use as tolerated: Topical benzoyl peroxide 5% or 10% as tolerated is your best bet unless you have a lot of blackheads, in which case a retinoic acid derivative may be best. If you are not clear in two weeks, get with your personal physician who can add something that will work.

Question 5

can benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5% temporarily bleach some parts of the skin ? i've had a white/beige spot on my face for the past 2 weeks or so

Accepted Answer

Do not think so: As far as I know this product only bleaches material ie clothing, carpeting, towels etc.

Question 6

my skin is red and extremely itchy after using benzoyl peroxide 5%, and i broke out after using it too. what should i do to relieve this reaction?

Accepted Answer

Aloe vera, 1/2-1% HC: Aloe vera can help soothe red itchy skin. Definitely, stop the benzoyl peroxide. There are other good acne medications by prescription. Careful use of 1% hydrocorisone OTC without getting it into the eyes, washing hands right afterwords, and using sparingly twice daily rubbed in no more than a week is another option. If gets into eyes, can cause catarracts or glaucoma. Qtips for application help.

Question 7

i am using benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5 only on chin for 3 days now, it is red +very dry! shall i keep using it? and what moisturizer would help me? what to look out for?

Accepted Answer

A few options: For over the counter methods try using products that have benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alcohol, and acetone. For prescription treatments you may be prescribed antibiotics, retinoids or vitamin a derivatives, azelaic acid, oral contraceptives, or spironolactone. Always ask a dermatologist about the possible affects and the risks vs benefits of each treatment. Make sure it's best for you.

Question 8

is mixing over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide 5% gel with clindamycin 1% gel an effective & relatively harmless alternative to benzaclin 1-5% gel?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes. This is good  and safe combination.

Question 9

my face has suffered from severe eczema & acne.ive started using cicalfate & benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5%.i now have lots of fine lines..is my skin permanently damaged?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: Severe eczema and acne together may cause skin changes as scarring or lines . These fine lines may disappear after sometime as the healing takes pace .Consult your dermatologist about , if another treatment  needed specially for your severe eczema .

Question 10

is benzoyl peroxide 5% / clindamycin 1% gel available over the counter or is it a prescription only medication?

Accepted Answer

By prescription: Benzoyl peroxide acne medications are over-the-counter, but there are also some that are by prescription. When the antibiotic clindamycin is added, the medication is by prescription only.

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

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How long till i see results with benzoyl peroxide 5 percent gel ?

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Is benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5 % good for blackheads ?

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Is salicylic acid 2% as effective as benzoyl peroxide 5%?

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Can benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5% temporarily bleach some parts of the skin ? i've had a white/beige spot on my face for the past 2 weeks or so

A member asked:

My skin is red and extremely itchy after using benzoyl peroxide 5%, and i broke out after using it too. what should i do to relieve this reaction?

A member asked:

I am using benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5 only on chin for 3 days now, it is red +very dry! shall i keep using it? and what moisturizer would help me? what to look out for?

A member asked:

Is mixing over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide 5% gel with clindamycin 1% gel an effective & relatively harmless alternative to benzaclin 1-5% gel?

A member asked:

My face has suffered from severe eczema & acne.ive started using cicalfate & benzac (benzoyl peroxide) 5%.i now have lots of fine lines..is my skin permanently damaged?

A member asked:

Is benzoyl peroxide 5% / clindamycin 1% gel available over the counter or is it a prescription only medication?

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