There are two popular ingredients used in over the counter acne products: one a synthetic chemical, and the other natural. The synthetic ingredient is linked to cancer.
Yikes, and thanks for highlighting this. In terms of efficacy and side effects, a combination of adapalene (name brand Differin) and benzoyl peroxide is considered a good first line treatment combination for mild/moderate acne in primary care guidelines.
The combination is called Epiduo.
From what you're reporting, it seems like temperature control is a very overlooked imperative to help prevent BPO--> benzene break down.
Will read more about this and check back in if there are statements from the medical journals/authorities I follow. For now I'm thinking I'll continue with the salicylic acid and cleansing regimen my wife coordinates with our daughter... and skip the benzoyl peroxide.
Adapalene can cause a temporary worsening of acne and skin irritation, so it's hard to get sustained compliance for many.
Thanks for sharing this info on the combo with the adapelene. There is a lot of discussion about the news in the dermatology community. I expect we’ll see some commentaries out soon in the derm medical literature this spring.
Yikes, and thanks for highlighting this. In terms of efficacy and side effects, a combination of adapalene (name brand Differin) and benzoyl peroxide is considered a good first line treatment combination for mild/moderate acne in primary care guidelines.
The combination is called Epiduo.
From what you're reporting, it seems like temperature control is a very overlooked imperative to help prevent BPO--> benzene break down.
Will read more about this and check back in if there are statements from the medical journals/authorities I follow. For now I'm thinking I'll continue with the salicylic acid and cleansing regimen my wife coordinates with our daughter... and skip the benzoyl peroxide.
Adapalene can cause a temporary worsening of acne and skin irritation, so it's hard to get sustained compliance for many.
Thanks for sharing this info on the combo with the adapelene. There is a lot of discussion about the news in the dermatology community. I expect we’ll see some commentaries out soon in the derm medical literature this spring.