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8/20/2009
Dr. Abby, US Board Certified MD
Category: Dermatology
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Verifiedit will dry and peel.
But you should stop using it as your skin appears to be too sensitive for this medication. It is a common side effect of benzoyl peroxide but some people's skin gets very irritated by it.
Use a mild soap such as dove or cetaphil for your face and you may want to see a dermatologist for acne if other over the counter products don't work well for you.
Use a mild moisturizer as well (non-comedogenic)
Dr Abby
But you should stop using it as your skin appears to be too sensitive for this medication. It is a common side effect of benzoyl peroxide but some people's skin gets very irritated by it.
Use a mild soap such as dove or cetaphil for your face and you may want to see a dermatologist for acne if other over the counter products don't work well for you.
Use a mild moisturizer as well (non-comedogenic)
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