Benzoyl Peroxide Wash

What is a Benzoyl Peroxide Wash?

Benzoyl Peroxide wash is a facial agent that is used to treat acne. This wash contains a specific concentration on benzoyl peroxide in it. It is good at reducing the effects of mild to moderate acne on the skin, as the treatment is used to kill and destroy bacteria that are responsible for the development of acne. The benzoyl wash accomplishes this because it is a good antibacterial and keratolytic agent. It works by killing bacteria that cause acne and by causing mild drying and peeling of the skin. It is also known to slightly bleach the skin, because the main ingredient is a known bleaching agent.

The Benzoyl Peroxide wash is fairly easy to use, once you follow the directions.

• You should first wash your hands properly before and after you apply the Benzoyl Peroxide Wash.
• Wet your face, especially the affected area
• Apply the wash
• Gently rub to form a lather
•  Rinse with water and pat dry with a clean cloth.
• Use Benzoyl Peroxide Wash on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
• Keep using the product even if the skin improves. Do not miss any doses.
• If you miss a dose of Benzoyl Peroxide Wash, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
• Wash your face twice a day morning and before you go to bed also taking a zinc supplement should also help your skin

• Do not get benzoyl peroxide inn your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does get in there, rinse out the parts with cold water.
• You might not see any results from using benzoyl peroxide after a couple weeks, this is normal. If it goes to 2-3 months then you should see a doctor
• Do not use the wash for longer than it has been prescribed.
• If you plan on using any other types of cleansers and medicines, consult a doctor.
• Benzoyl Peroxide Wash may cause bleaching. Avoid contact with hair, fabrics, or carpeting.
• Benzoyl Peroxide Wash should not be used on small children. For older children, be extremely careful.
• For the risks to pregnant women, please click here.

Using the benzoyl wash may have some side effects associated with it. They are typically mild and common. They are all listed below.

• Dryness
• minor irritation
• itching,
• redness
• peeling
• stinging
  

If you have any of these severe reactions due to the use of the benzoyl peroxide wash, please go and see a doctor immediately

• rash
• hives
• itching
• dizziness
• difficulty breathing
• tightness in the chest
• swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue
• burning;
• severe or persistent irritation
• Itching, peeling, dryness, or redness of the skin
• swelling