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How to layer Benzoyl Peroxide

Does It Mix engine · layering

As a morning wash or leave-on, at a different time from tretinoin and vitamin C.

Where it goes

  1. AM: benzoyl peroxide wash or thin leave-on layer.
  2. Moisturizer.
  3. Sunscreen.

Easy partners

NiacinamideHyaluronic AcidSunscreenAdapaleneCeramidesPeptides

Keep apart

Retinol · Yes, with timingVitamin C · Yes, with timingTretinoin · Yes, with timingSalicylic Acid · Yes, with timingGlycolic Acid · Yes, with timingAzelaic Acid · Yes, with timing

Full AM and PM order: layering guide · build yours in the vanity.

Sources

  1. Zaenglein AL, et al. Guidelines of care for the management of acne vulgaris. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2016;74(5):945-973.

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