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So i manage to have some of my acne under control but not everything. I still have about 1 pimple and a bunch of whiteheads/blackheads on my cheeks and nose and upper/lower lips.
I heard about benzoyl peroxide and want to give it a try. However, im not sure which one would be more effective. Is the wash much better than the gel or vice versa?
I was retin A for 3 months(thinking about going back on it once i get the money for another derm visit) and got use to products that i leave on at night rather than washes. But i dont know if its the same with BP washes and gels.
Which one is more effective? And how would i use it? (Nightly or daily?)
You need to get BP gel or cream, washes are basically useless because you don't allow the medicine to sit on your face enough time to kill the bacteria. Initially you will most likely break out using the BP because it is cleaning all the impurities in your pores. You have to give it 4 weeks till you see improvements and after that it only gets better. Also you have to moisturize every time you use it to avoid skin drying. Only use 2.5% all over your face and 10% as a spot treatment. Hope it goes well
Don't bother w/ BP washes. Get a gel/cream. Apply it twice daily until you've completely cleared your skin. Then reduce the amount of each application (still apply twice daily). If you remain clear, go ahead and apply it once/day; it doesn't matter what time of day. Keep in mind that each time you reduce the amount, you'll have to stick with that amount for at least 2 weeks. If you break out, increase the BP to an amount that you know can keep you clear.
For usage at night, do I apply a moisturizer over the BP? Or do I go to bed after I apply it on my face? I got use to the retin-a process and am not sure if it should be used the same as BP. And thanks for the suggestion. Also, for morning I should apply it and then use a moisturizer correct?
