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I tried a benzac scrub while in the shower. it has made my face go really red and hot for a week now. i have tried methods of a cold compress, aloe vera, hydrocortisone ointment and moisturiser to try heal the redness and nothing is working?

Q: i tried a benzac scrub while in the shower. it has made my face go really red and hot for a week now. i have tried methods of a cold compress, aloe vera, hydrocortisone ointment and moisturiser to try heal the redness and nothing is working?

: do not put any thing on it and see a Dermatologist

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

do not put any thing on it and see a Dermatologist

Answered 10/16/2021

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A member asked:

I tried a benzac scrub while in the shower. it has made my face go really red and hot for a week now. i have tried methods of a cold compress, aloe vera, hydrocortisone ointment and moisturiser to try heal the redness and nothing is working?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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