Can I mix benzoyl peroxide with lotion?
“AHA, BHA, retinol, and benzoyl peroxide can be mixed with moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and rosehip oil to get effective results — just ensure you are not using retinol as well as AHA or BHA’s during the day,” says Graf.
How do you dilute benzoyl peroxide?
Sometimes you just need to dilute, put a pea size in the palm of your hand and mix with equal parts water, bending over the sink apply to the entire area where you normally break out. Wash your hands with soap and water avoiding transference.
What ingredients can I use with benzoyl peroxide?
Dr Sewell continues: “If you want to use benzoyl peroxide and vitamin C, retinol or AHAs and BHAs in your skincare routine, use vitamin C in the morning and benzoyl peroxide at night. You can also alternate benzoyl peroxide with retinol and AHAs and BHAs every other night.”
How do you use benzoyl peroxide 4% cream?
Apply a small amount of the medication, gently rub into the area, and then shave. If you are using a cream, foam, lotion, or gel, apply it to the affected area as directed, usually once or twice a day. Before applying each dose, gently wash the affected area with a mild cleanser, then pat dry.
Should I moisturize before benzoyl peroxide?
You may be able to stave off the worst of it. If you’ve already succumbed to benzoyl peroxide-induced dryness and flakiness, slather on moisturizer as often as necessary. Definitely use it immediately after cleansing, just before applying your benzoyl peroxide treatment, and right before bed.
What should you not use benzoyl peroxide with?
“Do not use benzoyl peroxide with any other medicines that may have drying or irritating effects on your skin, including alcohol-based skincare products,” says Dr Saleki. Instead, swap these treatments (which could actually be doing more harm than good) for the benzoyl peroxide product you are given.
Can you mix vitamin C and benzoyl peroxide?
Benzoyl Peroxide + Vitamin C Benzoyl peroxide and vitamin C shouldn’t be combined for the same reasons retinol and benzoyl peroxide shouldn’t be used together. Benzoyl peroxide will oxidize vitamin C and make it ineffective.
Why does benzoyl peroxide make my skin dry?
Benzoyl peroxide works by peeling away the skin to get rid of dead skin cells, excessive oil, and bacteria that may be trapped underneath. Such effects can lead to dryness, as well as redness and excessive peeling. You might notice itching and general irritation at the site of application too.
Can I use Vitamin C after benzoyl peroxide?
You should avoid using Vit. C with benzoyl peroxide, which can oxidize the Vit. C and, therefore, make it less potent. You can still use your benzoyl peroxide products, just not in the same part of your routine as the Vit.