Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What are the side effects of benzoyl peroxide if you have no allergey to it?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dryness: It can result in dryness and can bleach clothing and other material. Moisturizer prior to benzoyl peroxide will decrease dryness.
Answered 2/11/2014
5.8k views
Various: The most common side effect of benzoyl peroxide is dryness. The dryness is usually mild, and may be countered with application of an oil-free moisturizer. Some patients may experience irritation when using benzoyl peroxide. If you experience mild irritation, try decreasing the frequency of applixation. If irritation is severe or persists, discontinue use of benzoyl peroxide.
Answered 1/13/2016
5.8k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
Currently I am treating my allergy from benzoyl peroxide 10% can I wash my face with facewash containing salicylic acid at the same time?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Hey i have acne problem and i have an allergy to benzoyl peroxide. can you recommend or give an advice to get rid of it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How can I lessen the side effects of benzoyl peroxide on my skin?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have acne & wanna know can I use 5% benzoyl peroide on my mild oily skin? How much it is safe & wht r its -ve side effects.Wht u use instead of it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
What is Brevoxyl creamy wash benzoyl peroxide 4%??? Is it effective???Does it make skin dark?? Does it have any kind of side effects??
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
What is the definition or description of: benzoyl peroxide allergy?
What is the definition or description of: Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) allergy?
What is the definition or description of: Desquam (benzoyl peroxide) allergy?
Benzoyl peroxide allergy treatments?
Do you know of a topical acne product that could not produce benzoyl peroxide allergy?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
