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Does anyone else struggle to make eye contact because of your acne?

Ever since I've had acne for about 2 years now I've always found it extremely difficult to make eye contact with anyone besides my family and random people I don't know. Thankfully, I've never really ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

7 years ago
Benzoyl Peroxide gave me large dark red/brown spots overnight

Highly doubt they're permanent and will probably fade eventually. I recommend something more gentle to apply to them to help reduce the redness, as 10% is pretty harsh on your skin. Just wanted to say...

In forum Hyperpigmentation - red/dark marks

7 years ago
Where can i get Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% in the UK?

I've already tried BP 10% and 5% and they both work but over dry my skin at the same time even with moisturiser and applying vaseline every night. I've looked everywhere and can't find a 2.5% in the U...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

8 years ago
Benzoyl Peroxide Burnt My Skin

I experienced this exact same thing when I first started using BP. I used too much and ended up chemically burning my entire face which made me look flaky, dry and very very red all over. I applied Va...

In forum The Regimen

8 years ago
Is Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser any good?

I've looked up the reviews on here for the Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser and they appear to be very black and white. Some people say it's great and doesn't cause breakouts but some people say it's ter...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
How long does it take for a benzoyl peroxide burn to go away?

I've been using BP 10% for only 3 days but I've already noticed my face is really red and dry like a sunburn all over my face. I moisturize multiple times a day but nothing seems to work. Can i use su...

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
How do I get rid of dry and red face?

I've been using benzoyl peroxide 10% for 3 days now, applying once a day. But when i woke up the next morning my face was really red and dry. It almost feels like I'm wearing a mask because of how dry...

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Are these normal symptoms of Benzoyl Peroxide?

I started using PanOxyl gel (10%) 3 days ago and so far it's pretty much fine. When I put the gel on it burns a little and continues burning for a few hours but eventually stops, my whole face gets re...

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago