Benzoyl Peroxide is very effective if you are suffering at all with adult acne. The last time I had acne was in my teenage years. And now that I am in my 40's it has come back. But one thing I can say, I do control it and benzoyl peroxide has been my strength. This stuff has worked better for me than any other medication I have tried.
Benzoyl Peroxide has been around since 1930. (And that should tell you something right there.) It actually does kill acne. If only 2.5% of this cream or gel works for you on the first try, then it will always work. Now when you start using this, you cannot have irritated skin. If you pick your skin or if you are scrubbing your skin with a rough washcloth, then do not use benzoyl. Your pores are wide open and you will make your acne worse. Don't use if you want this cream to work properly. In clearing your acne, this requires non-irritated skin. Make sure your face is not irritated in anyway before you start using this peroxide. If you have open sores/pimples, then you should wait for a couple of days so these pimples/sores can heal.
The first step in getting this adult acne under control is finding gentle cleansers for your skin. There are many out there that are available to you.
The second step is to look for creams or gels that have only 2.5% benzoyl peroxide. When first starting out, you need less irritation to the skin as possible. Then after a few weeks if you need to, you can opt for using a stronger cream with benzoyl. The reason you want to start off easy is because your skin has to get comfortable with this cream first. So start out slow for the first week with one application per day. And be careful when you are making your purchase and read the labels because most products will contain 10% benzoyl instead of the 2.5%. Just make sure you read the labels well. What you should also do is test a little on your skin first. This way you will know soon enough whether you are allergic to this cream or not.It has been known that some people will experience swelling of the skin. If you experience any swelling, then stop using immediately.
The third step is to use a moisturizer. You need to use this so your skin does not become too dry. Always moisture. This is very important. And make sure the moisturizer you use is oil free.
So the 3 steps are again: Cleanse you face with gentle cleansers. Add 2.5% benzoyl to your acne and then use an oil free moisturizer. Do this in the morning and in the evening. And ladies, try not to wear any make-up at all until your skin starts to heal and becomes clear. And if you choose to, then use very light make-up.
Benzoyl peroxide is a great medication in preventing acne. Use it everyday and you will see a difference in your skin. Your adult acne will be in control. I promise. You will love your skin again.
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