Acne treatment - Benzoyl peroxide

Acne treatment product discussion usually starts with the product ingredient Benzoyl peroxide. So let us look at how it works on the acne affected skin. Benzoyl peroxide oxygenates skin. Propionibacteria acnes, or P. acnes, are the bacteria responsible for acne breakouts. They cannot live in an aerobic- oxygenated environment. Benzoyl peroxide oxygenates the pore, thereby killing P. acnes. When the bacteria population is reduced, the number of breakouts on the skin is reduced as well. Benzoyl peroxide is also a mild drying and peeling agent which keeps pores from clogging. Normally gel or cream containing benzoyl peroxide is applied, twice daily, into the pores over the affected region. Bar soaps or washes may also be used and vary from 2% to 10% in strength. Unlike antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide has the advantage of being a strong oxidizer and thus does not appear to generate bacterial resistance. However, it routinely causes dryness, local irritation and redness. A sensible acne treatment product may include the daily use of low-concentration (2.5%) benzoyl peroxide preparations, combined with suitable non-comedogenic moisturisers to help avoid over drying the skin.

“Treatment for acne should be followed by considering the severity of acne. If your acne is mild or moderate it can be treated with medical acne treatment products or home remedies. If your acne is server you should consult a dermatologist.”