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My dermatologist said i have combination of acne vulgris n rosacea.he gave benzoyl peroxide creamy face wash. is it ok with rosacea??i heard it's not

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See below: Some people are sensitive to it and may have allergic reactions (hives, tightness of the throat) or severe irritation of the skin. Use a small amount once a day on a small area of affected skin for three days. If you have no reaction, then you can use it, but follow the directions given by the dermatologist

Answered 9/10/2014

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A member asked:

My dermatologist said i have combination of acne vulgris n rosacea.he gave benzoyl peroxide creamy face wash. is it ok with rosacea??i heard it's not

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