What are the best OTC acne treatment products?

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How can I remove small holes in my face due to acne?

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I am 22 years old. My skin is oily, and due to acne I have small holes in my face. Please tell me what I can do.

Answer 1

LazaDerm Skincare Centre - Sioux Falls

Published on Oct 13, 2009

The primary active ingredients in over the counter acne medications
are salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and retinols. There are some
recent studies that support thr use of green tea extract as well.
These are the ingredients I would have you look for. I prefer facial
washes with 1.5% to 2% salicylic washes and to use them 2 times per day.
You will likely not find a product with both retinol or benzoyl
peroxide in them. They can cause dryness and irritation especially
when used together. I would tell you to try one or the other. I like
to try the benzoyl peroxide 5% and use it daily for at least 6 weeks
to give it a chance to work or the retinol 0.5% daily and also give it
6 weeks. If these do not work you may want to see your physician.
Many people think they need to see the dermatologist for acne but most patients will do well going to their pediatrician or family physician.

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Answered by LazaDerm Skincare Centre - Sioux Falls

The primary active ingredients in over the counter acne medications
are salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and retinols. There are some
recent studies that support thr use of green tea extract as well.
These are the ingredients I would have you look for. I prefer facial
washes with 1.5% to 2% salicylic washes and to use them 2 times per day.
You will likely not find a product with both retinol or benzoyl
peroxide in them. They can cause dryness and irritation especially
when used together. I would tell you to try one or the other. I like
to try the benzoyl peroxide 5% and use it daily for at least 6 weeks
to give it a chance to work or the retinol 0.5% daily and also give it
6 weeks. If these do not work you may want to see your physician.
Many people think they need to see the dermatologist for acne but most patients will do well going to their pediatrician or family physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

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