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Need some medication for inflamed skin after applying 5% benzoyl peroxide for acne type of skin is sensitive?

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Several options: Stop using the benzoyl peroxide and get with your physician. You may be able to tolerate salicylic acid or a retinoic acid derivative. For now, aloe vera or a moisturizer should help. There are other medications for acne that are worth trying; remember not to use antibiotics as monotherapy.

Answered 1/25/2014

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