So I made two big mistakes with my skin. It was breaking out with closed comedones and I panicked. Didnt think things through. Had anxiety and acted impulsively. First, I overexfoliated. I knew my skin was already overexfoliated and I should have left it alone but I didnt. I irritated it more... Then, I used benzoyl peroxide lotion for the first time in weeks thinking it would magically get things under control. Today, my face is dry, tight, red, flaky and peeling. I had to take my anxiety medication again after not in a while. All Im doing now is washing with water and my face wash then moisturizer and trying to hydrate from the inside out by drinking excess water. Is there anything I can do to calm down all the peeling and dry skin or do I just have to wait it out. Also terrified my skin is going to break out badly because of this. What can I do to prevent a breakout from overdrying my skin? Is there any hope or am I doomed for major problems? I realize I messed up badly by irritating my skin and have learned my lesson.