Posted by alohashirt on August 13, 2005, at 22:09:07
In reply to Re: Acne on Back » sinch187, posted by Deneb on August 13, 2005, at 18:10:50
> I don't have cystic acne, but I find that benzoyl peroxide is wonderful.
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> Ever since I started using a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide on my face everyday, I've been acne free.
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> 2.5% is supposed to work just as well as a stronger benzoyl peroxide, without being overly drying.
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> It is very important to apply the benzoyl peroxide over the ENTIRE area and not just areas where there is acne. Continue applying it everyday to PREVENT the acne.
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> Benzoyl peroxide works very well to KILL the bacteria that causes acne. I imagine it would work for back acne as well.
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> You will need to buy lots of benzoyl peroxide and really slather it on. Don't go skimpy on the application. Be careful about the clothes you wear because it can bleach fabrics.
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> If your acne is very severe, maybe consult a dermatologist? Accutane is supposed to be a last resort drug and I've heard it works for even the most severe cases.
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> DenebI have similar experience. I found teh best cheapest source of 2.5% is the med available from acne.org - about 1/10 the c ost of Neutrogena's formulation and it absorbs better. On my back when thuings are bad I first apply a 9% alpha hydroxy cream and stay out of the sun. It works after about seven days.
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