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Benzoyl peroxide topical and Redness: What Users Say

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Redness: mentioned by 3 users (5.7%)

Based on user experiences from 53 Benzoyl peroxide topical reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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burning 13.2%
itching 5.7%
redness 5.7%
swelling 5.7%

Reviews for Benzoyl peroxide topical

Showing 3 reviews tagged with "redness". Clear filters to view all 53 reviews.
Commonly mentioned side effects
  • L98...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 15, 2020

For Acne "I started using benzoyl peroxide gel 5% for my mild acne skin. At the first three days, I felt some redness and itching around acne areas, and also a few tiny, weak acne appeared around the affected areas. But just after three days, my skin started to improve, and at the seventh day of using it, the acne had improved, and my skin felt well and calmer. I used the product at night after washing my face with a cleanser, I applied the gel only on my acne with a very thin layer. I recommend this product."

7 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • May 14, 2010

Benzoyl peroxide topical for Acne "My daughter has been using this for the past 10 days for her chest/back acne, and it is fantastic. It's easy to apply, and about 90% of her acne is gone. The only concern I have is that her chest area is very red, and the skin seems dried out. I would highly recommend this medicine."

9 / 10
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  • Cla...
  • August 11, 2015

For Acne "I have been using this 5% face wash along with Retin A Micro for about a month now. I do not notice any difference. Was actually breaking out more. Skin is not as red and peeling as the first two weeks (normal). Dries out my face horribly, but I use CeraVe to moisturize. Seems to work. I use Retin A about three times a week. But I used it two nights in a row recently, and it just put my face back to what feels like the first two weeks. Horrible. :("

3 / 10
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