Benzoyl Peroxide

The facewash consists of Benzoyl peroxide, a drug with an antibacterial effect. This medication is a well-known ingredient for fighting acne. It washes away dirt and oil from the skin. The facewash is prescribed to treat acne. It works by killing bacteria. The drug is in medicinal practices since the 1930s.

Is Benzoyl Peroxide is Good for Acne and Pimples?

Benzoyl Peroxide works to treat acne by killing bacteria underneath the skin. It is also helping the pores shed dead skin cells and excessive oil. It effectively treats the inflammatory acne that is characterized by red bumps that contain pus instead of blackheads and whiteheads. Benzoyl Peroxide also treats cystic acne which is most difficult to cure. Consult dermatologist you have such type of acne and then apply this face wash.

Side Effects

Benzoyl Peroxide is not recommended by dermatologists if you have sensitive skin. The patient may feel some side effects. These are mild effects and does not harm much. Common side effects are

• Skin irritation
• Dryness
• Peeling

Usage

Clean your face by using only water gently. Use facewash and cover the whole part of the skin. Wait for a minute so that the chemical work. After that again use water to clean the skin. If your skin is very sensitive, only use this on the prescription of the doctor.