Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne

Benzoyl peroxide if often used to treat mild to moderate acne, and can produce a response in as few as five days. It is available in several strengths, some of which are only available by prescription. Benzoyl peroxide is available in soaps, lotions, washes, gels, and creams. Gel formulations are typically the most potent.

A common side effect of benzoyl peroxide is skin dryness and irritation. To help avoid this side effect, start with a lower potency formulation (2.5%) and increase the strength (5% to 10%) as needed for acne control. You can also start by applying every other day then work up to a maximum of twice daily applications. Applying benzoyl peroxide products to cool, clean, dry skin will also decrease irritation.

The mayor drawback is benzoyl peroxide causes premature aging, just like persistent acne does.

Benzoyl Peroxide and Premature Skin Aging:  Benzoyl peroxide creates free radicals and is known to cause premature skin aging, just like repeated sun exposure or persistent acne.  Damage is determined by the concentration of benzoyl peroxide and the frequency and duration of use.  While moderate to severe acne will cause the skin to age quickly, the use of benzoyl peroxide will significantly increase this speed.

The skin produces hydrogen peroxide to fight each acne infection and this may continue for weeks, until the infection is resolved.  Hydrogen peroxide is a free radical which causes skin damage and skin aging.  Over a period of time the volume of hydrogen peroxide acts just like continual sun exposure, damaging skin components such as collagen and causing the skin to sag and wrinkle.

Additionally, the healing process of acne infections involves thousands and thousands of chemical processes.  These chemical processes produce more free radicals as a natural by-product and add to the volume of free radical damage (aging). 

The skin has a supply of antioxidants that reduce the volume of free radicals and their damage.  It is believed that moderate to severe acne literally depletes the skin's level of antioxidants, leaving it nearly defenseless against free radicals that are created by normal skin functions.

Control of acne is not only important to the appearance of the skin today, it is an important strategy to prevent the premature aging of the skin.  If skin damage has already become a problem,  you will be better of using our BIOSKINCARE cream to both achieve control of acne and address the issue of skin rejuvenation.

Azelaic Acid
Azelaic Acid is a cream used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne. It has antibacterial effects and may help with skin inflammation. Azelaic acid is generally well tolerated with a low incidence of transient side effects such as skin redness, itching, and burning. It should be applied to clean, dry skin.

Sulfur, Sodium Sulfacetamide and Salicylic Acid
Sulfur, sodium sulfacetamide, and salicylic acid products are not considered as effective as benzoyl peroxide but may be tried for treating mild acne. These products are less irritating than benzoyl peroxide, but some have a strong smell and may cause the skin to turn brown.

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Natural Acne Gel, Rosacea Remedy & Scar Healing

This gel is an oil free product and is a natural remedy for acne, rosacea, and scar healing with Helix Aspersa Müller glycoconjugates, Licochalcone-A from Licorice Root Extract (sebum output regulator, antimicrobial against P. Acnes, and anti-inflammatory), and moisturizing Seaweed Extracts. Best for people with very oily skin conditions.

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