Description
Directions
Ingredients
Warnings
Benzoyl peroxide gel USP 5% w/w
#1 unique micronized formula
First choice*
* Pharmacist recommended
Kills acne bacteria
Micronized formula
Active ingredient (w/w): benzoyl peroxide 5%. Inactive ingredients: alcohol, carbopol, dicotyl sodium sulfosuccinate, fragrance, methyl salicylate, sodium hydroxide, water.
WARNINGS: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
ALLERGY ALERT: get medical right help away if you develop hives, swelling of eyes and mouth, blistering, or difficulty breathing.
DO NOT USE
- on sensitive skin.
- if you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide.
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU have severe acne.
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT:
- skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur when using another topical acne product at the same time. If irritation occurs, use only one product at a time.
- avoid contact with eyes, lips, mouth and nostrils.
If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product.
- avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen.
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR/HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER IF
- you develop severe irritation, burning or itching of the skin.
- improvement is not apparent within 6-8 weeks.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, call poison control centre or get medical help right away.
Directions: adults and adolescents 12 years and older: cleanse thoroughly before applying product
- For new users: apply product to a small area once a day for three days to test if you are sensitive to this product
- If no discomfort occurs, cover the entire affected area with a thin layer
- Start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily, if needed
- If dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
