Question 1

can i mix benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid together and apply or is it better one after another, rinsing in between? thank you

Accepted Answer

Separate: Uncertain what you are  using these  for  but I would keep them separate. You can discuss with your physician.

Question 2

can i use benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid throughout the day? or just 1 for acne?

Accepted Answer

: You should use either one.
Adapalene cream is now available over the counter, very effective for acne prevention, you should use it along with Benzoyl.
Use sunscreen lotion when going out for protection when using these products.

Question 3

if allergic to benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, what do you use to treat adult acne?

Accepted Answer

Retinoic acids: I doubt you're allergic to both, though they are both unpleasant to use and will irritate the heck out of your skin. That's part of how they work. If you are not able to tolerate these, a retinoic acid derivative toically is a good start. Your physician can add something else to the regimen if you're not clear in two weeks.

Question 4

and which products are better for cystic acne all natural or benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid? i'm going in circles searching for the right one!

Accepted Answer

Cystic Acne: For cystic acne you would need oral antibiotics like prescription solodyn (minocycline) or doryx. Topical prescriptions would be epiduo or ziana or acanya or retin a. If these medications are not effective then there is accutane. 80% of patients that take Accutane never have acne again.

Question 5

i find things like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid spot treatments aren't helping my pimples fade faster. so, instead i use drying treatments. this does kind of help my breakouts, although it sometimes makes my face dry and itchy; suggestions?

Accepted Answer

: If persistent and bothersome- best to see a dermatologist

Question 6

which is more effective in killing acne bacteria: benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid?

Accepted Answer

They differ: Benzoyl peroxide is an astringent that is used to kill surface bacteria.  Salicylic acid does not kill bacteria it breaks down pore plugs formed by skin oil and skin cells.  The main cause of acne is a change in skin cells from testosterone stimulation.

Question 7

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 8

how should i use salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide together?

Accepted Answer

Can be used but: Some dermatologist recommend salicylic acid and benzyl peroxide together but may increase skin irritatin and drying effect on the skin
benzyl peroxide kills acne causing bacteria but can cause skin irritation and dryness .While salicylic acid promotes skin turn over to unclog pores but can also cause skin irriation and dryness.
Combination products are available in form of cleanses, masks, gels;loti.

Question 9

does salicylic acid normally fix acne faster than benzoyl peroxide?

Accepted Answer

No: They work by different mechanisms one is keratolytic and peels salicylic acid and the other kills bacteria. The two can be used in combination.

Question 10

is this safe to use salicylic acid face wash and after that applying benzoyl peroxide ? i mean can they both work together without any harm??

Accepted Answer

Excessive dryness: Applying an oil free hypoallergenic moisturizer after each cleansing with warm water and a gentle pH balanced cleanser can help prevent excessive dryness when using facial medications.  Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are sometimes used together in acne regimens, but can be irritating for some people.

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Can i mix benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid together and apply or is it better one after another, rinsing in between? thank you

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Can i use benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid throughout the day? or just 1 for acne?

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If allergic to benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, what do you use to treat adult acne?

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And which products are better for cystic acne all natural or benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid? i'm going in circles searching for the right one!

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I find things like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid spot treatments aren't helping my pimples fade faster. so, instead i use drying treatments. this does kind of help my breakouts, although it sometimes makes my face dry and itchy; suggestions?

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Which is more effective in killing acne bacteria: benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid?

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

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How should i use salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide together?

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Does salicylic acid normally fix acne faster than benzoyl peroxide?

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Is this safe to use salicylic acid face wash and after that applying benzoyl peroxide ? i mean can they both work together without any harm??

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