Beauty Elixir

BPO

Benzoyl Peroxide: what to mix it with

It kills acne-causing bacteria (C. acnes) by releasing oxygen into the pore. It works fast on inflamed pimples, but it is drying and can bleach towels and pillowcases.

Typical strength
2.5% – 5%
Best time
AM/PM
Irritation
Price in India
₹150 – ₹800
Helps with
Acne
Pregnancy
Ask your doctor before using in pregnancy

How to use Benzoyl Peroxide

2.5% works about as well as 10% and irritates less. Use as a short-contact wash or a spot treatment, and keep it away from fabrics.

Pairs beautifully with

Hyaluronic Acid Ceramides Centella Asiatica Squalane Snail Mucin Panthenol Aloe Vera Urea Polyglutamic Acid

Don't mix with

Retinol Vitamin C Tretinoin Retinal Hydroquinone

Use at different times from

Adapalene Glycolic Acid Lactic Acid Mandelic Acid Salicylic Acid PHA Peptides Copper Peptides Sulfur

Safe to layer with

Niacinamide Azelaic Acid Bakuchiol Tranexamic Acid Alpha Arbutin Kojic Acid Vitamin E Ferulic Acid Sunscreen Tea Tree Oil Licorice Extract Glutathione Zinc PCA

Guides

Ingredients for acne & breakouts Is Benzoyl Peroxide safe in pregnancy?

Benzoyl Peroxide vs alternatives

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