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Jack Slater asked:


If you have a tan and you apply benzoyl peroxide AFTER at nighttime lets say, it is said that it will not fade your tan.

I haven’t done much research, but I’m just surprised how this is true. It can lighten ****** hair, bleach fabric etc, yet it does not lighten the skin? Especially if you have a tan and your skin is unnaturally darker.

Is it true? Any thoughts on this?

Greg Podsakoff asked:




Millions of people suffer from acne in the United States alone, and many of these acne suffers use Benzoyl Peroxide as the acne treatment medication of choice.

It is generally safe, has very few side effects, and it has been proven to be the most effective over the counter acne treatment.

However, there are many more people who have more severe, or particularly resilient acne that is not susceptible to over the counter medications such as Benzoyl Peroxide.

Some of the most effective acne medications are available via prescription only. However, these are truly the “heavy guns” in the fight against acne, and are well worth looking into for anyone who has chronic or severe acne breakouts.

The most commonly prescribed acne medications are antibiotics such as Erythromycin and Trimethroprim. These are generally more effective than over the counter treatments because they work by treating the source of acne, the acne causing p.bacteria. Many acne sufferers find antibiotics work well for them in treating acne, and have fewer breakouts because of them.

However, one of the big drawbacks from using antibiotics is developing an immunity to them. This means that over time, the antibiotics are less effective in treating not only acne, but any form of bacterial infection including diseases such as strep throat and even some STD’s. This should be considered before undergoing an antibiotic regime to treat acne.

Another alternative is Retin A. Retin A is a topical acne treatment, and a derivative of Vitamin A. Although the exact mechanism is unknown, Retin A has been proven to be effective in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as acne and some acne scarring. Retin A is generally more effective in treating acne than antibiotics.

However, Retin A is not without side effects either. The skin becomes more sensitive to the sun, and exposure to the sun can be very damaging. Also, people with sensitive skin or a skin disorder such as eczema can experience severe redness, skin flaking, and irritation. In spite of this, most people who use Retin A find they are satisfied with the results, and don’t find the side effects overwhelming.

The most effective acne treatment currently available is Accutane. Accutane is also a derivative of Vitamin A, and is taken orally. It has been referred to as the acne “wonder drug”, and for good reason. The majority of people who complete a 15-20 week session experience greatly reduced acne for years, and some never again have acne.

Accutane works by stopping sebum production in the skin. With no sebum, the acne causing p.bacteria do not have any way to grow. This results in clear skin, sometimes for life.

However, Accutane is not without side effects. The most severe are birth defects and mental disorders, such as psychosis and *******. Dry skin, severe headaches, and hair loss are also common side effects. Though accutane is the most effective acne medication, it should only be used as a last resort, under close medical supervision.

Though there are other medications that are more effective than benzoyl peroxide, these are the most commonly prescribed, and are all worth consideration if one is experiencing severe acne. As always, a medical doctor should be consulted before trying any medication.

sports asked:


I just have a few pimples around my chin area. I’m trying to get rid of them. Should I use a little benzoyl peroxide to dry them up or will that make it worse.

Anna O'Riley asked:




Benzoyl peroxide is possibly the most often-recommended treatment for acne. Most people are likely to find that this is the best acne treatment for them. This medication comes in the form of a topical treatment which is applied on the skin of the affected areas. It is sold as gels, creams and lotions. Benzoyl peroxide has antimicrobial properties, which means that it will reduce the number of acne-forming bacteria on the patient’s skin. It does have some minor potential side effects however, dryness of the skin is one of the possible side effects and also skin peeling. It can also make the patient’s skin a bit more sensitive to the sun, and therefore you need to wear sunscreen when using the treatment in order to avoid sun damage to the skin in sunny conditions.

Frequency of Use

Benzoyl peroxide is most often applied to the skin either once daily or twice daily. It’s normally recommended that the treatment starts with a single daily application in order to see how the patient’s skin will react to the treatment. It’s essential to read the instructions on the packaging and important to follow them closely. If you are in any way uncertain about any of the instructions, you really should see your doctor or alternatively a pharmacist, who is able to explain any things which you may not be sure of. Avoid the temptation to use different dosages than those which are recommended, and don’t use the medication more often than instructed to by your doctor. Failure to adhere to the instructions could mean that the treatment may not work.

Skin Types

Whichever form of acne treatment using benzoyl peroxide you decide to try, it has to be suited to your specific type of skin. For those people who have a dry type of skin, it is often preferable to use acne treatments which have a low concentration of benzoyl peroxide and to frequently use a mild cleansing ****** wash to make sure that the skin surface is clean. As benzoyl peroxide may cause skin to become dry, people who have skin which is dry should make sure that they avoid using too much of it. People who have oily skin need to select a different type of acne cream. The best acne cream for individuals who have oily skin is one which does not block the skin pores. Pore blockage could make the acne worse. When buying acne treatment creams, you should look out for products which are non-comedogenic.

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