Honestly feel greatful for your skin care videos. I'm struggling with ances and your advices really work for me. I'm sincerely looking forward to your full skin care routine video, on how to use benzoyl peroxide together with Differin, salicylic acid,... with more details. Thank you. 😊😊😊
Hey Rick, up to you! If you use in the morning leave it on all day (if easier). It's just what I recommend to people when they are first starting to minimise side effects.
Fantastic video! I'd like to share a few things: - Benzoyl peroxide can bleach your hair! So watch out for that. - Change your pillow case as often as you can and try and use silk pillow cases as they aren't as abrasive as other ones. - I'm sure you've heard that you need water and maybe you're like: "it doesn't do anything!" Ok so hear me out, Dehydration causes acne and even if you don't feel a difference straight away, it's because it's working below the surface.. So try and Drink at least 2 Litres a Day - when you shower and wash of conditioner don't let the residue remain on your face, neck, back or chest.. as this can cause breakouts, just use a small amount of gentle cleanser to wash these areas and to avoid over-cleansing be sure to incorporate this into your skincare routine. - Good luck
2 litres? That's such bad advice ya'll we're taught. If you consume that much water a day, you wash out the nutrients your body is supposed to absorb. Enough water differing per tolerable intake is just as good.
For anyone reading, make sure to apply the neutrogena hydro boost to a damp face. Don’t completely pat your face dry. Just leave your face wet, let the excess water drip off, and apply the hyaluronic acid moisturizer onto slightly damp skin. Hyaluronic acid (and actually all moisturizers) work much better on damp skin to seal in water and prevent trans epidermal water loss.
I've been using 5% for about a week along with a foam cleanser and moisturizer. I never really used any skin care products because each time my skin would seem to get worse and I would lose patience but benzoyl peroxide is already making my skin appear less angry and irritated, thanks for the tips and video! ♡
@@daniolsen8798 I apply moisturizer a couple of times throughout the day but after BP, by the time I've put it on and got everything ready, it's usually been about 15 mins! I'm no skin expert though so you may need to look into different products first \ (•◡•) /
I've been looking for videos on how to use the benzac gel since it's going to be my first time using it and I'm afraid to use it the wrong way. So glad I came across your video coz it's really helpful! I'm just hoping that it will be effective on me coz I'm dying to get rid of my acnes! Thanks so much, Dr. Sam! Keep safe always! ❤
Just recently watched this and decided to try Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% - followed your instructions- slowly introduced it like you said and I just wants to thank you. I’m two weeks in and my skin is getting better and clearer. T-zone is less oily too, pores look tighter. Very happy. Thanks a million. 👍🏻
I watched your video a few weeks ago and applied benzoyl peroxide just how you taught. Although my skin is a little dry and peeling, my acne has gotten soooo much better! Thank you doctor!
@@deleted1995 it usually takes time but mostly first week worsening the skin but after 3-4 weeks it starts working. And you'll get 100% result after 6-8 weeks.
I'm glad you explained that after a few days you can leave the BP on overnight. I watched another video which only referred to the 2 hr period, and I thought that would have been a pain to do every single night! I'm going to give this a go :)
This video has been such a blessing. I have been suffering with episodes of rosacea during the past year or so - but never really understood what was going on until about 4 weeks ago - then my skin made itself perfectly clear (or should I say flaming red and unclear) about what the story was. I have been using Benzac Ac 5% gel now for exactly a week, sounds like I did my usual and went full force (without researching the product properly), I went straight for the 5% and did the following: cleansed with neutrogenia foaming facial cleanser - piled it on and let it dry. I did this twice a day and walked around looking like a ghost hahaha. it seems I might have got off lightly with that particular regime! When I woke up this morning (looking like I was 150 years old and feeling like my skin was dying of thirst), I wondered if there was perhaps something instructional online which would tell me that this was "normal".Thank god for your video Dr. Bailey - tonight I went out and brought the Cetaphil Cleanser and the Moisturising cream. I'm waiting for the moisturiser to dry before I apply the Benzac for an overnight application. My skin after only a week (and lets face it - I've treated it pretty harshly), has really improved with the Benzac - I was however about to throw it in this morning ... Tonight I am amazed at how my skin is looking after applying the additional products.Just wanted to share my story and say thank you.
Thank you for the video!😊 Benzoyl peroxide personally worked as wonder! I have combination skin so i tend to breakout now and then (most around my periods) i have normal acne condition btw. I do have blackheads on my nose and whiteheads around it as well. I have been using it past 1 month and here is what i do every night - wash my face with sulphate free face-wash and apply aloevera gel by faceshop, massage it well and then I apply 2.5% benzoyl peroxide gel as spot treatment (leaving eye area and upperlips as sensitive parts) so what benzoyl peroxide does - reduce active acne and dries it up (peels off the dead skin layer from the skin) lightens acne spots or scars to vanishing them completely (yes! You heard me! Benzoyl peroxide vanished my acne spots completely!) if any day i feel my skin has became dry or i have been using benzoyl peroxide too much then i stop using it for a day or two and moisture my face well. So now i have spotless and acne free skin :) once in a while i get acne due to changes that i bring in my diet , harmonal changes or climate. But my skin is much better than before for sure! Always go with less % when using chemicals on the face and then they’ll show you amazing results. It takes time to heal depending upon how is one’s face condition. So start using gel based or emulsion moisturiser am-pm and a good sunscreen everyday ✨🧿
@@quietplacesounds8705 hey! Every night after washing my face I applied aloevera gel by faceshop, massaged it well and then I applied benzoyl peroxide as spot treatment leaving it overnight. Applying for 3 nights straight i saw reduction in acne and spots peeled off leaving no redness behind.
So thaaaat's why. I thought it's like a spot treatment so I only I apply it on parts where I have pimples or bumps. And it gets crazy red and suuuper itchy. My skin felt like it burnt so I stopped. Thank you so much!
I just go to sleep with benzoyl peroxide on my face, I think it's my doctor who recommended me to do this she even said to be careful it can bleach my pillow's color. Had no problems doing so.
Thank you so much for this video, i have a qst please, i m wondering if i can use niacinamide acide first then apply the benzoyl peroxide, is it doable? Thank u again
This is a fast and useful study. I`m recommending this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friend who will start their acne remedies to achieve a clearer skin. Very much liked this and appreciated the insight into how my inside issues can affect my skin.
I've used Benzac AC10 every day for 25 years, it's amazing, I had really bad acne when I was a teenager. Now I'm 42, look 30, and have great skin for a guy. Equally as important is to exfoliate daily. I ONLY wash my face with St. Ives apricot face scrub. Use those 2 and you'll be really happy.
I use 5% and plan on leaving it on overnight. 1. After using BP, does it leave acne scars or any marks on my face? 2. Is it only usable on the face? Can I use it on my trunk or back? 3. I don’t have any cleansers so is it fine if I just wash my face with water and then apply the acne gel? 4. When should I put on moisturiser? 5. Can I use it on my nose to treat blackheads? Does it leave any marks behind? I’d appreciate your help very much 🙂
It's use for acne period. So you can apply it anywhere. You need a cleanser. Water isn't good enough to wash away dirt, oil and dead skin. Not using cleanser at least once per day may not improve your acne.
Absolutely love the video! However, is it true that the product will cause breakout at the beginning but if you keep on using it the skin will gradually improve??
Thank you so much for this video. My dermatologist prescribed 10% BP to use all over my face for my periorifacial dermatitis, along with oral erythromycin. I've been a bit skeptical about the possible adverse reactions that could arise, and haven't started on it because of that. I'll try what you have suggested in this video, and I hope I don't get any bad reactions.
Hello Sam, I agree that Benzac is a great product as it can kill the cutibacterium acnes and flatten the pustule effectively. However, its effectiveness ends at this level unfortunately. Therefore, I am thinking of using the Isotretinoin to reduce the oil secretion, do you think it is a feasible idea? Thanks in advance for your reply.
Hi sam, I have a question, when i’m gonna sleep i always wash my face before but it gets very dry, can i use a face cream and after use the BP? or my face has to be with only BP? I hope you can read this and thanks for all this help🥰🥰
This was a short but informative guide. I would recommend this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friends starting out on their journeys to clear skin, getting rid of acne. Greatly liked this and loved the understanding into how my inside troubles can affect my skin.?
Can i use a benzoyl peroxide gel/cream alongside a salicylic acid cream in the morning and leave the benzoyl peroxide in my skin for the day? ( I use the bioderma pore refiner, effaclar h compensating moisturizer in the morning, and adapalene at night.) Or will they cancel each other out? And will benzoyl peroxide age the skin? Thanks!
Just see how you go valeria! Lots of people have said the same thing about buying the 10%. Don't waste your money to get another one just yet, if you get too much dryness think about swapping 😬
Hi ! Great video . It really helped a lot . I just had a question. I have the 5% Acnecide Gel . Do I put the gel on and wash it after 1-2 hours or leave it on?
Hello doctor Sam..I just discovered ur channel today and it's awesome! I always left my BP overnight (since my dermatologist said so) and it's burning my skin altho my acne is getting better. Thank you for the tips to use moisturizer! I will definitely try it
Yes definitely use moisturizer. Cerave PM is excellent and also contains niacinamide which is anti inflammatory, calming, and can actually prevent and control acne. Moisturizing the skin has actually been shown through research to prevent and control acne. Acne is caused by inflammation, and moisturizing the skin controls that inflammation and can reduce acne. And it’s unfortunate that so many people with acne don’t moisturize because most people with acne have oily skin so they think they don’t need it. ALL skin types need moisturizer.
1. Is it used as an anti wrinkle or kind of halting/ slowing the process of wrinkles? 2. Can you apply some oil like jojoba oil 30 min after application on a non-acne prone skin?
@ Dr Sam Bailey I’m new to you Channel 😍love your content ...I’m currently on Differin every night, is BP stronger and should I incorporate it into my routine @the 2.5 strength? Thanks
Thank you Monica! BP is slightly different and can definitely help your skin in addition to Differin. Just use Differin and BP together (I'd start at the 2.5% strength initially)
@@FunThingstodoinAB do you use sunscreen? I use the 5% too I have a little acne before like bump and textured so I decided to try it with cerave cleanser and moisturizer but I got more acne small but not visible. So I don't know if it's because of Cerave cleanser or the BP 5%. Did you got a lot of acne too after few days using the 5% as far as you remember?
Hii mam thankyou for this information actually I was applying this from last 1 week but I was causing more and more redness I thought it's due to some hormonal issue but today I got to know that I was using it in a wrong way ..I was leaving it on my face overnight (for more than 10 hours)and it was making my skin worse from today I will only apply it for 2 hours..thankyou so much for this information and for saving my skin from getting worse ..
So are you not supposed to apply it and leave it overnight? Because when I sleep I sleep for about 10 hours til I wake up? Or if I'm gonna apply it over night do I have to wake early? So no more than 7 hours or sleep?
@@lungarubuluza2541 dont apply it overnight it will make it worse..just apply for 2 hours and after that wash it off ..i did the same mistake I use to apply it overnight and it made my acne worse ..i use to get red patch in morning when i use to get up and it use to look very ugly ..so dont apply it overnight
Using it for 2hours does nothing for my face. My face is extremely oil if i may add. I use the 5% apply it overnight but use it 3days then skip 1 or 2 nights. Every one is differently
Hi Dr. Sam, I just watched your video and that was excellent very informative. 😊 I would like to ask if it's okay to leave benzoyl peroxide gel on face overnight? Thank you. Looking forward for your recommendation.
Hello Doc, a very nice video I must say. Just a bit confused - so for the beginners, initially we should be using it for 2 hours a day, and later it can be left on the skin the entire night. Is that correct? Just want to be sure about it. Thanks in advance. Have a nice day :)
Hello Dr. Sam, i'm prescribed the BP 5% + Clindamicyn to use twice a day (moring & afternoon), and then the night i using adapalene 0.1% alternately with Niacin 4% at the next day, are it's correct for using that's active for my Cyctic acne ? Thank you very much.
Thank you for this info! I’m mainly treating hyperpigmentation/dark spots on my face with various serums such as Niacinamide & Alpha Arbutin at night, & Vitamin C/SPF in the morning. I am also going to start using a licorice toner to aid in that. Although that is my main focus I have some small breakouts on my chin area that I’d like to solve with BP. I have some questions regarding my routine if I added BP: Should I use the BP both morning and night on the breakout? Can it be used in conjunction with my serums and in what order should they go if so? Can I leave the BP on all night? (I have oily/acne prone skin if that helps!) Any feedback would be great! Thank you!
Hi Dani, I'd use BP just at night initially until your skin is used to it - maybe for about a month? Night time: cleanser >> niacinamide/alpha arbutin/moisturiser >> 30 mins >> BP 2.5% I'd try it all night with your skin type, sounds good :) Morning routine is excellent.
Hi Dr, I was wondering... I use retinol and other ingredients that include vitamin A and C, would this irritate the skin if I was using Acnedine/ any other benzoyl peroxide products?
Hi. I hope this will still help you with your question. My dermatologist advised me to use benzoyl peroxide in the morning and tretinoin/retinol at night since they shouldn't be combined.
Just started using a 5% benzoyl peroxide after using accutane and having incredible skin for a year but now the acne is back! Hoping the benzoyl peroxide works! Thank you for this informative video Dr.
Did you have results using benzoyl after your acne came back a year later ? I've been on accutane a few years ago and although my skin is a TON better it was never completely cleared so I'm wondering if it'll help clear my mild acne.
@@bee2690 yes it most definitely helped and my skin is very much clear now. I use a cream called Epiduo. Depending on where you are (I’m in the UK) you can get this from your doctor or through an online prescription service like boots. I highly recommend it.
@@bee2690 yes I apply in the evening only and leave on for 30 mins then use the cereve moisturising cream after (it’s a blue and white container) and a thicker consistency than the lotion so is perfect for the evening as you can lather it on. The epiduo can be quite drying, especially when you begin use. I hope that helps! I have tried and tested so many products over the years so I like to share info when I can, although I appreciate not everything works for everyone but Epiduo is a great start if you haven’t tried it yet.
Dr. Sam--I have clogged pores on my nose. I'm using retin a & having redness around my nose & irritation. I would like to treat my nose & forehead with the benzo peroxide. Should I wait awhile for the retin a to settle down before using this as a spot treatment on my nose? Thank you.
thanks so much for this video, this was very helpful. I used to use BP 2.5% lotion every night on my face with no problems for a long while, and one day I woke up to a severely red face that was also a little puffy, and it felt like a sunburn, and I think it was because I developed contact dermatitis from it... maybe it was also because it became summer, and the heavy sunlight that shone through my window... I was so disappointed because it was one of the only things that worked for me. I think I may have to start using your method of applying it for 1-2 hours and then washing it off instead of keeping it on all night, because I guess I just became sensitized to it! anyhow, this was so helpful, thanks so much!
Hi Dr Sam, I’ve currently just started tret .025 cream and was wanting some help with my routine. I’m trying to use oils instead of moisturiser, but know they don’t add moisture so I’m using a Hyularonic acid serum before the oil. I’d love some feedback for my routine: AM: -Cleanse Simple Kind to Skin oil cleanser -The Ordinary HA serum -2.5 BP gel -SPF PM: -Cleanse twice: Hemp oil then Simple Kind to Skin oil cleanser -HA serum -BP (nights not using tret) Wait 20 mins -Tret cream Wait 20 mins -Jojoba + hemp oil -Thin layer of Vaseline to seal it in
And all this time I've been applying it all over my face daily as my moisturizer (and my acne is getting worse, was even thinking of discontinuing with the product to try something else), but thank you this was very helpful I'll give it a try
Am so happy that today I have bought Benzoyl peroxide gel for my acne and Neutrogena body boost gel 😍😍😊please guys pray for me so that it can work for me cos I have been trying many products to clear my acne but they all failed😢😢😢😢😢😭
Khaled Ali i also have a problem with acne and honestly, I dont know how to deal with it. I tried so many routines and even went to a professional dermatologist. But still no effect. Cost me a fortune. My derma journey went pretty great but after a few months, my acne came back and now much worse. Now I wanna go back to skin care routines for a little cost.
Hello Dr. Bailey In the past i have used the 5%, i used to keep it overnight and everything was well. I stopped for a short time. Not long ago i started using it again but my skin got red, itchy, inflamed and swollen. What can i do? Do you have any suggestions or advice?
I have very small bumps/acne, I have started using the BP 5% for 5 days now, morning and evening. My skin has started drying, stinging and red. It feels very sensitive, is this normal? Thank you🙏🏻
Hi Dr. Sam ! :-) my chin area has started to get darker while using benzoyl peroxide 2.5 gel should I continue using it or just stop to prevent more future darkning
Chill, the pharmacy asked if I wanted 5 or 10% and they didn't say anything about picking the lowest first. They knew it was the first time and now I have the 10% Basiron.
Hello, I'm really glad that you make another video about skin care. I'm in the forth month using differin, and still in the purging period. Can you tell me the skincare routine to use Benzoyl Peroxide with Differin please? :))
Hey Thuong, at night you can do: Skin Cleanser >> Moisturizer >> 30 mins >> Benzoyl Peroxide + DIfferin apply together Morning = Cleanser >> SPF I've just written them as generic options, you can use whatever skin cleanser/moisturizer you have at home :)
Dr. Sam Bailey hi doctor. When you say apply together do you mean mix the BP serum and Differin and then apply as one application or can I layer differin first...wait 2-3 mins and then apply BP?
Do you mean in the morning after having it on at night? You don't have to wash it off, but you can do - it's completely up to you. If you have quite a lot of dryness I'd cleanse your face in the morning.
@@DrSamBailey I'm new here.. And I have some qus .. Can you please help me with that... I have e combination skin.. My T-zone area is oily ... And I face so many problems for this... I have some open pors on my face (not too much though) , acne problems and day by day my face is getting darker.. I really don't know what to do.. Please suggest me
When we sleep with the benzoyl cream all night, do I apply the neutrogena cream first or after I apply the benzoyl it do I only put benzoyl until morning time? Also do I wash the benzoyl off in the morning before applying the day time cream?
Hi, Dr. Sam. I've been using the BP Gel for about two years now. I have always applied BP before using a moisturizer as the BP would make my skin feel dry and have white patches wherever I applied. Thus using a moisturizer to mask it. Am I, perhaps, using too much BP? P.s. I just found your channel and love how informative your videos are.
Thank you for watching Dumi! I always recommend to use moisturiser, let it dry properly and then use BP last (but that's just me!!) Potentially, you could either trial a lower strength BP - not sure what you are using right now? Or use it less often. See if that helps with the white patches, and dryness.
Hello Doctor Sam! I have 2 questions for ya. Question 1: usage of Benzoyl Peroxide I have been using this for 2 weeks and it did helps to clear my acne but the thing is everytime I apply it on my face it will itch so much that I would pat my face with my fingers to smooth the itch... I'm not sure if is normal... Also, my doctor told me that I should use it as day cream so I only applied during the day and I washed it off during my shower... Btw, I'm using the same cream as yours as it was recommended by my Doctor... Question 2: the way I applied those cream is it in a correct manner? My morning routine: 1) wash my face with cold water 2) Pat dry using tissue 3) Apply moisturizer (brand: Aquaeous cream recommend by doctor) 4) Apply Benzoyl Peroxide My Night routine: 1) wash face with cold water 2) Pat dry with tissue 3) Apply moisturizer (brand: as mentioned in my morning routine) 4) Apply Tretinoin 0.025% cream (uses it as night cream as mentioned by my doctor) Thank you Doctor Sam 😊
As long as the itch isn't too distressing, i'd keep going. Sometimes itch can mean allergy to it, but if you don't have peeling/redness etc it should be fine. 2. This is how I'd do your routine: My morning routine: 1) wash my face with cold water 2) Apply moisturizer to wet face (brand: Aquaeous cream recommend by doctor) My Night routine: 1) wash face with cold water 2) Apply moisturizer (brand: as mentioned in my morning routine) to wet face 3) Wait 20-30 mins for cream to absorb 4) Apply Tretinoin 0.025% cream (uses it as night cream as mentioned by my doctor) + apply pea sized amount of benzoyl peroxide The benzoyl peroxide will work more effectively when combined with tretinoin. You can use Bp in the morning if you want to, but I prefer this way. Hope it helps!
U are really good at explaining I have panoxyl face wash I do use it every two days and in daily I use the citaphil gentle cleansing I love it but I have a lot of acne can I use the gel too?
hey Doc! I am a teen (guy) who is really desperate about getting rid of acne , and I have a doubt whether it is okay or not to use rose water as a moisturiser after applying Benzoyl peroxide . Reply plsss 😋
Hi Dr. Sam! I've been getting cystic pimples on my cheeks, and have been having bad breakouts lately. I just purchased Benzoyl Peroxide (Benzac 5% gel), but I don't know how to squeeze it into my skincare routine. My nighttime skincare routine is a mild salicylic acid cleanser, serum, moisturizer, and eye cream. How should I go about it? Thank you!
Hi Myka, if you are able - I'd just switch some things to the morning. So night time: non-SA cleanser >> moisturizer + eye cream >> 30 mins >> BP Morning: SA cleanser >> moisturizer/SPF I'd skip the serum honestly.
@@DrSamBailey Hi Dr. Sam! Thanks for responding! I'll definitely try it this week and let you know. Also, I would love to see your take on the whole skincare routine that's on trend nowadays (since I noticed you mentioned that I should skip the serums). I love how informative your channel is!
Hi @@DrSamBailey! It's been a month since I started using Benzoyl Peroxide, and my skin is finally healing! Except for the hyperpigmentation I still have from the mild acne, what can I do to alleviate this? Also, should I continue using benzoyl peroxide? Thanks so much for your help!
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Haha, thanks :)
Honestly feel greatful for your skin care videos. I'm struggling with ances and your advices really work for me. I'm sincerely looking forward to your full skin care routine video, on how to use benzoyl peroxide together with Differin, salicylic acid,... with more details. Thank you.
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Dr. Sam Bailey do we have to wash it off after two hours? My dermatologist told me to apply in the morning
Hey Rick, up to you! If you use in the morning leave it on all day (if easier). It's just what I recommend to people when they are first starting to minimise side effects.
Fantastic video! I'd like to share a few things:
- Benzoyl peroxide can bleach your hair! So watch out for that.
- Change your pillow case as often as you can and try and use silk pillow cases as they aren't as abrasive as other ones.
- I'm sure you've heard that you need water and maybe you're like: "it doesn't do anything!" Ok so hear me out, Dehydration causes acne and even if you don't feel a difference straight away, it's because it's working below the surface.. So try and Drink at least 2 Litres a Day
- when you shower and wash of conditioner don't let the residue remain on your face, neck, back or chest.. as this can cause breakouts, just use a small amount of gentle cleanser to wash these areas and to avoid over-cleansing be sure to incorporate this into your skincare routine.
- Good luck
Thank you so much for these!
2 litres? That's such bad advice ya'll we're taught. If you consume that much water a day, you wash out the nutrients your body is supposed to absorb. Enough water differing per tolerable intake is just as good.
Do you mean, i can apply cetaphil gentle cleanser on acne at the back/chest?
@@ginsu_pd 2 litres is fine, 3 ,litres is pushing it
Does that mean benzoyl peroxide can bleach my eyebrows?
For anyone reading, make sure to apply the neutrogena hydro boost to a damp face. Don’t completely pat your face dry. Just leave your face wet, let the excess water drip off, and apply the hyaluronic acid moisturizer onto slightly damp skin. Hyaluronic acid (and actually all moisturizers) work much better on damp skin to seal in water and prevent trans epidermal water loss.
I've been using 5% for about a week along with a foam cleanser and moisturizer. I never really used any skin care products because each time my skin would seem to get worse and I would lose patience but benzoyl peroxide is already making my skin appear less angry and irritated, thanks for the tips and video! ♡
how long do you wait to apply moisturizer after the BP ?
@@daniolsen8798 I apply moisturizer a couple of times throughout the day but after BP, by the time I've put it on and got everything ready, it's usually been about 15 mins! I'm no skin expert though so you may need to look into different products first \ (•◡•) /
@@georgiashep7587 alright thanks and have a great day!
@@daniolsen8798 aw thank you! You too!! ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
hey what’s your skin type again? and do you apply it on your skin only on the affected areas? or the way this video suggests?
I've been looking for videos on how to use the benzac gel since it's going to be my first time using it and I'm afraid to use it the wrong way. So glad I came across your video coz it's really helpful! I'm just hoping that it will be effective on me coz I'm dying to get rid of my acnes! Thanks so much, Dr. Sam! Keep safe always! ❤
But I have one more question though, Dr. Sam. If I use it and leave it overnight, when should I apply the moisturizer?
@@danicasendin I’d say the morning because thats when you rinse it off
Just recently watched this and decided to try Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% - followed your instructions- slowly introduced it like you said and I just wants to thank you. I’m two weeks in and my skin is getting better and clearer. T-zone is less oily too, pores look tighter. Very happy. Thanks a million. 👍🏻
Hi, do you still think it's good?
I watched your video a few weeks ago and applied benzoyl peroxide just how you taught. Although my skin is a little dry and peeling, my acne has gotten soooo much better! Thank you doctor!
Thanks for sharing!! That's awesome!!
How long did it take?
How long did you use it for?
@@deleted1995 it usually takes time but mostly first week worsening the skin but after 3-4 weeks it starts working. And you'll get 100% result after 6-8 weeks.
What percent did you use?
You have the softest kiwi accent. Love 🇬🇧
Disclaimer : every pimple were harmed in this video so, if you are relative of pimple so Don't watch this
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I'm glad you explained that after a few days you can leave the BP on overnight. I watched another video which only referred to the 2 hr period, and I thought that would have been a pain to do every single night! I'm going to give this a go :)
‘start with the lowest percent’.
me having just bought the 5%: ...😃
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Me too I have bought it today
Just now
well i just bought like an hour ago...5%
Me too😅😅😂😂
me right now...
No way I have the exact same brand of benzoyl peroxide and sunscreen! Love them both
Yaaay! 😍
This video has been such a blessing. I have been suffering with episodes of rosacea during the past year or so - but never really understood what was going on until about 4 weeks ago - then my skin made itself perfectly clear (or should I say flaming red and unclear) about what the story was. I have been using Benzac Ac 5% gel now for exactly a week, sounds like I did my usual and went full force (without researching the product properly), I went straight for the 5% and did the following: cleansed with neutrogenia foaming facial cleanser - piled it on and let it dry. I did this twice a day and walked around looking like a ghost hahaha. it seems I might have got off lightly with that particular regime! When I woke up this morning (looking like I was 150 years old and feeling like my skin was dying of thirst), I wondered if there was perhaps something instructional online which would tell me that this was "normal".Thank god for your video Dr. Bailey - tonight I went out and brought the Cetaphil Cleanser and the Moisturising cream. I'm waiting for the moisturiser to dry before I apply the Benzac for an overnight application. My skin after only a week (and lets face it - I've treated it pretty harshly), has really improved with the Benzac - I was however about to throw it in this morning ... Tonight I am amazed at how my skin is looking after applying the additional products.Just wanted to share my story and say thank you.
Thank you Charmain, that's so lovely to hear. You have such a positive attitude, I know you will make it work and be looking gorgeous 😘
Does your skin became darker after using it for a week or two?
Thank you for the video!😊 Benzoyl peroxide personally worked as wonder! I have combination skin so i tend to breakout now and then (most around my periods) i have normal acne condition btw. I do have blackheads on my nose and whiteheads around it as well. I have been using it past 1 month and here is what i do every night - wash my face with sulphate free face-wash and apply aloevera gel by faceshop, massage it well and then I apply 2.5% benzoyl peroxide gel as spot treatment (leaving eye area and upperlips as sensitive parts) so what benzoyl peroxide does - reduce active acne and dries it up (peels off the dead skin layer from the skin) lightens acne spots or scars to vanishing them completely (yes! You heard me! Benzoyl peroxide vanished my acne spots completely!) if any day i feel my skin has became dry or i have been using benzoyl peroxide too much then i stop using it for a day or two and moisture my face well. So now i have spotless and acne free skin :) once in a while i get acne due to changes that i bring in my diet , harmonal changes or climate. But my skin is much better than before for sure! Always go with less % when using chemicals on the face and then they’ll show you amazing results. It takes time to heal depending upon how is one’s face condition. So start using gel based or emulsion moisturiser am-pm and a good sunscreen everyday ✨🧿
It will work for hormonal acne ?
Can i use it all over on my face or just spot treatment? I have very sensitive oily skin?
Do you apply the benzoyl peroxide everyday and do you wash it off before going to sleep?
@@quietplacesounds8705 hey! Every night after washing my face I applied aloevera gel by faceshop, massaged it well and then I applied benzoyl peroxide as spot treatment leaving it overnight. Applying for 3 nights straight i saw reduction in acne and spots peeled off leaving no redness behind.
So thaaaat's why. I thought it's like a spot treatment so I only I apply it on parts where I have pimples or bumps. And it gets crazy red and suuuper itchy. My skin felt like it burnt so I stopped. Thank you so much!
Could you please do a video on using the ordinary products when using benzoyl peroxide?
I have used this gel I got good result after using it the pimples and black marks in my skin thank you
Can u plz tell me how long did it take to just vanish the pimple n the dark pots ???
For 1 month
This was really helpful, thank you! Can I use niacimide/zinc serum after the benzoyl peroxide?
I'd use this before hand actually
Dr. Sam Bailey so niacinamide before benzoyl peroxide am i correct?
Khalidah I think she meant the opposite, “this” meaning the bp she’s talking bout in the vid
I just go to sleep with benzoyl peroxide on my face, I think it's my doctor who recommended me to do this she even said to be careful it can bleach my pillow's color.
Had no problems doing so.
Great news!
Me too I'm ok with it
Me watching this while having a 10% on my face for the first time👁👄👁
That can be harsh on your skin maybe start with 2.5 or 5
@@itoywithbots355 she said that in the vid lol
Im 15 and im using 2.5 because Higher percentage might irritate my skin
Oh shit. So true.
HAGAHA SAME
Thank you so much for this video, i have a qst please, i m wondering if i can use niacinamide acide first then apply the benzoyl peroxide, is it doable?
Thank u again
Hi doc, its really okay if use cetaphil moisturizer day and night? If i use benzoyl peroxide. Thanks
2:26 is a beautiful moment
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Hi Dr.Sam, Can I apply moisturizer and benzoyl peroxide together to the face?
Hi Dr. Sam, thank you for this. Just wanna ask if you I can use BP along with salicylic acid?
This is a fast and useful study. I`m recommending this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friend who will start their acne remedies to achieve a clearer skin. Very much liked this and appreciated the insight into how my inside issues can affect my skin.
You can not.
@@peachy7586 how come
@@raniajudavar mixing salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide can be extra irritating to the skin! Thats why ppl say to only use one at a time
@@x_raepanda_x3727 oh but what if its a salicylic acid face wash?
I've used Benzac AC10 every day for 25 years, it's amazing, I had really bad acne when I was a teenager. Now I'm 42, look 30, and have great skin for a guy. Equally as important is to exfoliate daily. I ONLY wash my face with St. Ives apricot face scrub. Use those 2 and you'll be really happy.
Thanks Dr Sam Bailey, this is very very informative video.
Glad it was helpful!
I use 5% and plan on leaving it on overnight.
1. After using BP, does it leave acne scars or any marks on my face?
2. Is it only usable on the face? Can I use it on my trunk or back?
3. I don’t have any cleansers so is it fine if I just wash my face with water and then apply the acne gel?
4. When should I put on moisturiser?
5. Can I use it on my nose to treat blackheads? Does it leave any marks behind?
I’d appreciate your help very much 🙂
It's use for acne period. So you can apply it anywhere. You need a cleanser. Water isn't good enough to wash away dirt, oil and dead skin. Not using cleanser at least once per day may not improve your acne.
Absolutely love the video! However, is it true that the product will cause breakout at the beginning but if you keep on using it the skin will gradually improve??
I want to know the answer to this!
Im pretty sure it’s a no
Thank you for the clear explaination. I was so confused about the bensaz ac as there are a lot of avoidance at the instructions..thanks
Thank you so much for this video. My dermatologist prescribed 10% BP to use all over my face for my periorifacial dermatitis, along with oral erythromycin. I've been a bit skeptical about the possible adverse reactions that could arise, and haven't started on it because of that. I'll try what you have suggested in this video, and I hope I don't get any bad reactions.
Does BP also kill the good bacteria on the skin? Can it be used with products containgn fermentation and bifida?
Wonderful, just wonderful personality, you seem to be ☺️
Thank you Isabelle, you are too kind
Hello Sam, I agree that Benzac is a great product as it can kill the cutibacterium acnes and flatten the pustule effectively. However, its effectiveness ends at this level unfortunately. Therefore, I am thinking of using the Isotretinoin to reduce the oil secretion, do you think it is a feasible idea? Thanks in advance for your reply.
hi, if I barely go out during the pandemic, should I use suncream on the day time as well?
Yes please do that, i had many problems ignoring the fact that sunscreen is a must even indoors, like UVA actually penetrate from windows
Hi doctor
Can we leave BP overnight?
Hi sam, I have a question, when i’m gonna sleep i always wash my face before but it gets very dry, can i use a face cream and after use the BP? or my face has to be with only BP? I hope you can read this and thanks for all this help🥰🥰
My daughter uses ret a at night and in the morning she uses benxol. Is this nornal
Hi Dr. Sam. May i know what do you think if use it in a face wash form? does it make any difference or is it better to use in gel form?
honestly, Benzoyl Peroxide Gel is really good and can even eliminate freckles but you should really invest in Korean Skin-care products.
This was a short but informative guide. I would recommend this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friends starting out on their journeys to clear skin, getting rid of acne. Greatly liked this and loved the understanding into how my inside troubles can affect my skin.?
Can i use a benzoyl peroxide gel/cream alongside a salicylic acid cream in the morning and leave the benzoyl peroxide in my skin for the day? ( I use the bioderma pore refiner, effaclar h compensating moisturizer in the morning, and adapalene at night.) Or will they cancel each other out? And will benzoyl peroxide age the skin? Thanks!
I recently bought the 10% :( i've had some peeling in certain spots but not too bad, should i keep using it?
Just see how you go valeria! Lots of people have said the same thing about buying the 10%. Don't waste your money to get another one just yet, if you get too much dryness think about swapping 😬
Hi ! Great video . It really helped a lot . I just had a question. I have the 5% Acnecide Gel . Do I put the gel on and wash it after 1-2 hours or leave it on?
Hello doctor Sam..I just discovered ur channel today and it's awesome! I always left my BP overnight (since my dermatologist said so) and it's burning my skin altho my acne is getting better. Thank you for the tips to use moisturizer! I will definitely try it
You're welcome!
Yes definitely use moisturizer. Cerave PM is excellent and also contains niacinamide which is anti inflammatory, calming, and can actually prevent and control acne.
Moisturizing the skin has actually been shown through research to prevent and control acne. Acne is caused by inflammation, and moisturizing the skin controls that inflammation and can reduce acne. And it’s unfortunate that so many people with acne don’t moisturize because most people with acne have oily skin so they think they don’t need it. ALL skin types need moisturizer.
1. Is it used as an anti wrinkle or kind of halting/ slowing the process of wrinkles?
2. Can you apply some oil like jojoba oil 30 min after application on a non-acne prone skin?
This gel works like a charm. I used 2.5 and within 3 days my pimples are clear. Cheers to this gel
omg thanks for the inspiration
How long do you leave it on?
Jamie d I left it whole nyt
Guys this gel doesn't work for dark spot. This is just for pimple.
eish i just bought the same 2.5 today thanks for the inspiration
start with the lowest %......oh boy, I have started with 10% no pain, no gain right doc?
@ Dr Sam Bailey I’m new to you Channel 😍love your content ...I’m currently on Differin every night, is BP stronger and should I incorporate it into my routine @the 2.5 strength? Thanks
Thank you Monica! BP is slightly different and can definitely help your skin in addition to Differin. Just use Differin and BP together (I'd start at the 2.5% strength initially)
Is benzole safe long term? And does it speed up skin aging?!
Hi I’ve just started using it. The morning after using it can i do my normal skincare or do I have to only put moisturiser
Hi Ropa, your normal skin care should be ok (just make sure you get some moisturizer in there somewhere in the morning)
What is the best gel for acne treatment differin(adaplene) gel or benzoyl peroxide gel pls tell me doctor as soon as possible
Thank you, Dr. Sam! This is very informative and easy to understand! I also love your voice, really calming! 💚
Yes very nice .
Hi doc can I mix benzoyl peroxide with moisturozer and then apply it to all over my face?
hi Dr Sam! i experienced scalling and dry skin. my skin is all red and hot feeling. what do i do ?
Which is best moisturizer for acne skin?
Hey dr, thank you for the video. I wanted to know that for how long can you continuously use benzoyl peroxide
25 years every day for me, I love it and would go crazy without it. I'm a guy and my skin is great.
@@FunThingstodoinAB do you use sunscreen? I use the 5% too I have a little acne before like bump and textured so I decided to try it with cerave cleanser and moisturizer but I got more acne small but not visible. So I don't know if it's because of Cerave cleanser or the BP 5%. Did you got a lot of acne too after few days using the 5% as far as you remember?
I am glad i found you. I Live in christchurch and got ur video while o was searching to buy something for my skin with cyst.
Hii mam thankyou for this information actually I was applying this from last 1 week but I was causing more and more redness I thought it's due to some hormonal issue but today I got to know that I was using it in a wrong way ..I was leaving it on my face overnight (for more than 10 hours)and it was making my skin worse from today I will only apply it for 2 hours..thankyou so much for this information and for saving my skin from getting worse ..
So are you not supposed to apply it and leave it overnight? Because when I sleep I sleep for about 10 hours til I wake up? Or if I'm gonna apply it over night do I have to wake early? So no more than 7 hours or sleep?
@@lungarubuluza2541 dont apply it overnight it will make it worse..just apply for 2 hours and after that wash it off ..i did the same mistake I use to apply it overnight and it made my acne worse ..i use to get red patch in morning when i use to get up and it use to look very ugly ..so dont apply it overnight
Using it for 2hours does nothing for my face. My face is extremely oil if i may add. I use the 5% apply it overnight but use it 3days then skip 1 or 2 nights. Every one is differently
Same happened with me!
Also, can you update if you've seen any changes until now. Since it's been a year you've written this comment.
@@rimiska4408 hey did u also have redness and itchiness
Hi Dr. Sam, I just watched your video and that was excellent very informative. 😊 I would like to ask if it's okay to leave benzoyl peroxide gel on face overnight? Thank you. Looking forward for your recommendation.
Hello Doc, a very nice video I must say. Just a bit confused - so for the beginners, initially we should be using it for 2 hours a day, and later it can be left on the skin the entire night. Is that correct? Just want to be sure about it. Thanks in advance. Have a nice day :)
Yeah you should leave it overnight if your skin isn't irritated
@@kushal7780 should u wash ur face off in the morning?
Hello Dr. Sam, i'm prescribed the BP 5% + Clindamicyn to use twice a day (moring & afternoon), and then the night i using adapalene 0.1% alternately with Niacin 4% at the next day, are it's correct for using that's active for my Cyctic acne ? Thank you very much.
Thank you for this info! I’m mainly treating hyperpigmentation/dark spots on my face with various serums such as Niacinamide & Alpha Arbutin at night, & Vitamin C/SPF in the morning. I am also going to start using a licorice toner to aid in that. Although that is my main focus I have some small breakouts on my chin area that I’d like to solve with BP. I have some questions regarding my routine if I added BP:
Should I use the BP both morning and night on the breakout?
Can it be used in conjunction with my serums and in what order should they go if so?
Can I leave the BP on all night?
(I have oily/acne prone skin if that helps!)
Any feedback would be great! Thank you!
Hi Dani, I'd use BP just at night initially until your skin is used to it - maybe for about a month?
Night time: cleanser >> niacinamide/alpha arbutin/moisturiser >> 30 mins >> BP 2.5%
I'd try it all night with your skin type, sounds good :)
Morning routine is excellent.
Dr. Sam Bailey thank you very much!
Could I use normal soap before applying BP?
Can I use aloegel instead of moisturiser?
Hi Dr, I was wondering... I use retinol and other ingredients that include vitamin A and C, would this irritate the skin if I was using Acnedine/ any other benzoyl peroxide products?
Hi. I hope this will still help you with your question. My dermatologist advised me to use benzoyl peroxide in the morning and tretinoin/retinol at night since they shouldn't be combined.
Hello, I have a question.Can I use Cetaphil and benzac at the same time ?
Just started using a 5% benzoyl peroxide after using accutane and having incredible skin for a year but now the acne is back! Hoping the benzoyl peroxide works! Thank you for this informative video Dr.
Did you have results using benzoyl after your acne came back a year later ? I've been on accutane a few years ago and although my skin is a TON better it was never completely cleared so I'm wondering if it'll help clear my mild acne.
@@bee2690 yes it most definitely helped and my skin is very much clear now. I use a cream called Epiduo. Depending on where you are (I’m in the UK) you can get this from your doctor or through an online prescription service like boots. I highly recommend it.
@@TheLeannaMay Hey, thanks for the reply. Do you use it overnight and wash it off the morning ?
@@bee2690 yes I apply in the evening only and leave on for 30 mins then use the cereve moisturising cream after (it’s a blue and white container) and a thicker consistency than the lotion so is perfect for the evening as you can lather it on. The epiduo can be quite drying, especially when you begin use. I hope that helps! I have tried and tested so many products over the years so I like to share info when I can, although I appreciate not everything works for everyone but Epiduo is a great start if you haven’t tried it yet.
Hello! How long should I put the benzoyl peroxide if I use it in the morning?
Dr. Sam--I have clogged pores on my nose. I'm using retin a & having redness around my nose & irritation. I would like to treat my nose & forehead with the benzo peroxide. Should I wait awhile for the retin a to settle down before using this as a spot treatment on my nose? Thank you.
thanks so much for this video, this was very helpful. I used to use BP 2.5% lotion every night on my face with no problems for a long while, and one day I woke up to a severely red face that was also a little puffy, and it felt like a sunburn, and I think it was because I developed contact dermatitis from it... maybe it was also because it became summer, and the heavy sunlight that shone through my window... I was so disappointed because it was one of the only things that worked for me. I think I may have to start using your method of applying it for 1-2 hours and then washing it off instead of keeping it on all night, because I guess I just became sensitized to it! anyhow, this was so helpful, thanks so much!
You're most welcome!
Hi Dr Sam, I’ve currently just started tret .025 cream and was wanting some help with my routine. I’m trying to use oils instead of moisturiser, but know they don’t add moisture so I’m using a Hyularonic acid serum before the oil. I’d love some feedback for my routine: AM:
-Cleanse Simple Kind to Skin oil cleanser
-The Ordinary HA serum
-2.5 BP gel
-SPF
PM:
-Cleanse twice: Hemp oil then Simple Kind to Skin oil cleanser
-HA serum
-BP (nights not using tret)
Wait 20 mins
-Tret cream
Wait 20 mins
-Jojoba + hemp oil
-Thin layer of Vaseline to seal it in
Do nott use BP with Retin A. BP will turn off the effects of Retin a
Will this help in unclogging pores
it does ... however there is more to the process depending on the acne type ..
I’m I able to use Benzoyl Peroxide and Rosehip Oil together?
And all this time I've been applying it all over my face daily as my moisturizer (and my acne is getting worse, was even thinking of discontinuing with the product to try something else), but thank you this was very helpful I'll give it a try
Can u PLZZ tell what happened next did it work or not because I'm facing the same problem
If u reply it will be helpful to me
@@sanjanapahal512 nope, what finally worked for my skin breakout was green tea face wash and aloe vera gel moisturizer.
Am so happy that today I have bought Benzoyl peroxide gel for my acne and Neutrogena body boost gel 😍😍😊please guys pray for me so that it can work for me cos I have been trying many products to clear my acne but they all failed😢😢😢😢😢😭
How was your journey?
Me too. I just bought 0.5% BP and using thr Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel.
@@jigsjavinez9903 Not yet guys😔😔no change maybe I will see the change after some weeeks
Khaled Ali i also have a problem with acne and honestly, I dont know how to deal with it. I tried so many routines and even went to a professional dermatologist. But still no effect. Cost me a fortune. My derma journey went pretty great but after a few months, my acne came back and now much worse. Now I wanna go back to skin care routines for a little cost.
Hello Dr. Bailey
In the past i have used the 5%, i used to keep it overnight and everything was well. I stopped for a short time. Not long ago i started using it again but my skin got red, itchy, inflamed and swollen. What can i do? Do you have any suggestions or advice?
Mine has exact same problem
Can we use benzoyl peroxide with Niacinamide serum and hyaluronic acids lotion at the same time? I have sensitive oily skin
I have very small bumps/acne, I have started using the BP 5% for 5 days now, morning and evening. My skin has started drying, stinging and red. It feels very sensitive, is this normal? Thank you🙏🏻
Any update?
Hi Dr. Sam ! :-) my chin area has started to get darker while using benzoyl peroxide 2.5 gel should I continue using it or just stop to prevent more future darkning
Chill, the pharmacy asked if I wanted 5 or 10% and they didn't say anything about picking the lowest first. They knew it was the first time and now I have the 10% Basiron.
Wait so you used 10% for the first time? Bc before I JUST bought 10% before watching this video and now I’m worried
Can this medication be used in place of triple antibiotic ointment for wound care?
Hello, I'm really glad that you make another video about skin care. I'm in the forth month using differin, and still in the purging period. Can you tell me the skincare routine to use Benzoyl Peroxide with Differin please? :))
Hey Thuong, at night you can do:
Skin Cleanser >> Moisturizer >> 30 mins >> Benzoyl Peroxide + DIfferin apply together
Morning = Cleanser >> SPF
I've just written them as generic options, you can use whatever skin cleanser/moisturizer you have at home :)
@@DrSamBailey Really appreciate your quick answer.
😊😊😊
Dr. Sam Bailey hi doctor. When you say apply together do you mean mix the BP serum and Differin and then apply as one application or can I layer differin first...wait 2-3 mins and then apply BP?
How to open my pores before applying benzoyl peroxide 2.5 gel for whiteheads
are you meant to wash off the benzoyl peroxide? because i've seen others who haven't
Do you mean in the morning after having it on at night? You don't have to wash it off, but you can do - it's completely up to you. If you have quite a lot of dryness I'd cleanse your face in the morning.
I would say to wash it off to moisturise but u can experiment to see what works for you
@@DrSamBailey I'm new here.. And I have some qus .. Can you please help me with that... I have e combination skin.. My T-zone area is oily ... And I face so many problems for this... I have some open pors on my face (not too much though) , acne problems and day by day my face is getting darker.. I really don't know what to do.. Please suggest me
My face get more dry after i use benzoyl peroxide & Can I leave benzoyl peroxide on overnight??
uh i just bought 5% for the first time, i have a bit acne and pimple scars, should i use the 5%?
If you have oily skin and pimples use 2.5
@@Arjun-uc7gg i have been using the 5% for maybe a month now, and i can see s difference:) i just have red scars
I'm just about to buy it, did it make you purge?
@@oliviarichardson9325 it helped a lot! but i still get some pimples, but they disapears when i use this:) so my skin has gotten much better.
@@helene0623 thank you so much!!
When we sleep with the benzoyl cream all night, do I apply the neutrogena cream first or after I apply the benzoyl it do I only put benzoyl until morning time? Also do I wash the benzoyl off in the morning before applying the day time cream?
I bought 10% I’ve been using for a month my face gets super dry and burns sometimes should I go down to 2.5 % or 5%?
I'd stop using the BP until your skin is back to "normal". Then start slowly again on 2.5% if you can get it?
can i apply coconut oil as a moistorizer and then use benzol.peroxide gel
aha!! i guess you were new zealander from your accent and reading the caption, i was right hehe
Hello doc, just want to ask if it's okay to use benzoyl peroxide as your maintenance if you already heal your acne?
Hi, Dr. Sam. I've been using the BP Gel for about two years now. I have always applied BP before using a moisturizer as the BP would make my skin feel dry and have white patches wherever I applied. Thus using a moisturizer to mask it. Am I, perhaps, using too much BP?
P.s. I just found your channel and love how informative your videos are.
Thank you for watching Dumi! I always recommend to use moisturiser, let it dry properly and then use BP last (but that's just me!!)
Potentially, you could either trial a lower strength BP - not sure what you are using right now? Or use it less often. See if that helps with the white patches, and dryness.
Hello Doctor Sam!
I have 2 questions for ya.
Question 1: usage of Benzoyl Peroxide
I have been using this for 2 weeks and it did helps to clear my acne but the thing is everytime I apply it on my face it will itch so much that I would pat my face with my fingers to smooth the itch... I'm not sure if is normal... Also, my doctor told me that I should use it as day cream so I only applied during the day and I washed it off during my shower... Btw, I'm using the same cream as yours as it was recommended by my Doctor...
Question 2: the way I applied those cream is it in a correct manner?
My morning routine:
1) wash my face with cold water
2) Pat dry using tissue
3) Apply moisturizer
(brand: Aquaeous cream recommend by doctor)
4) Apply Benzoyl Peroxide
My Night routine:
1) wash face with cold water
2) Pat dry with tissue
3) Apply moisturizer (brand: as mentioned in my morning routine)
4) Apply Tretinoin 0.025% cream (uses it as night cream as mentioned by my doctor)
Thank you Doctor Sam 😊
As long as the itch isn't too distressing, i'd keep going. Sometimes itch can mean allergy to it, but if you don't have peeling/redness etc it should be fine.
2. This is how I'd do your routine:
My morning routine:
1) wash my face with cold water
2) Apply moisturizer to wet face
(brand: Aquaeous cream recommend by doctor)
My Night routine:
1) wash face with cold water
2) Apply moisturizer (brand: as mentioned in my morning routine) to wet face
3) Wait 20-30 mins for cream to absorb
4) Apply Tretinoin 0.025% cream (uses it as night cream as mentioned by my doctor) + apply pea sized amount of benzoyl peroxide
The benzoyl peroxide will work more effectively when combined with tretinoin. You can use Bp in the morning if you want to, but I prefer this way. Hope it helps!
@@DrSamBailey Thank you so much, Doctor Sam 😁😁
The 5% BP has been working well for me. I was just wondering, can I put moisturiser over it in the morning?
I'm wondering the same thing
Hey there, it's fine if you want to do that.
Should we exfoliate also? Wash cloth or gentle scrub every so often
Can i leave over night
After 3 nights😊
U are really good at explaining I have panoxyl face wash I do use it every two days and in daily I use the citaphil gentle cleansing I love it but I have a lot of acne can I use the gel too?
Hi, thanks a bunch for the Video.
No worries Kuhu. I'd use Glycolic acid the following day if you can - so at least 10 hours after using BP.
Hello, I am Iranian and I have a question. The doctor prescribed me Gelac Cure. Is the gel you are using the same as my doctor prescribed?
hey Doc! I am a teen (guy) who is really desperate about getting rid of acne , and I have a doubt whether it is okay or not to use rose water as a moisturiser after applying Benzoyl peroxide .
Reply plsss 😋
Hi Joe, yes you can use it. I'd use it 30 mins before you apply BP. I like to use Benzoyl Peroxide last at night before bed.
Dr. Sam Bailey thx Doc 😄
I left it on overnight...is that bad?
Hi Dr. Sam! I've been getting cystic pimples on my cheeks, and have been having bad breakouts lately. I just purchased Benzoyl Peroxide (Benzac 5% gel), but I don't know how to squeeze it into my skincare routine.
My nighttime skincare routine is a mild salicylic acid cleanser, serum, moisturizer, and eye cream. How should I go about it? Thank you!
Hi Myka, if you are able - I'd just switch some things to the morning.
So night time:
non-SA cleanser >> moisturizer + eye cream >> 30 mins >> BP
Morning: SA cleanser >> moisturizer/SPF
I'd skip the serum honestly.
@@DrSamBailey Hi Dr. Sam! Thanks for responding! I'll definitely try it this week and let you know. Also, I would love to see your take on the whole skincare routine that's on trend nowadays (since I noticed you mentioned that I should skip the serums). I love how informative your channel is!
Thank you Myka, I love it that you value the information 😍
Hi @@DrSamBailey! It's been a month since I started using Benzoyl Peroxide, and my skin is finally healing! Except for the hyperpigmentation I still have from the mild acne, what can I do to alleviate this? Also, should I continue using benzoyl peroxide? Thanks so much for your help!
Myka Javier continue use of benzoyl to prevent acne for future
Hi DR Sam! Can benzoyl peroxide & adapalene be used together? If yes, how do we use it?
Yes, exactly the same as what I described in this video, but add the adapalene to the skin at the same time as you use BP in a pea sized amount