BENZAC AC Benzoyl Peroxide 5% GEL | 40g/1.41oz

$29.70
Brand: Galderma S.A.
Product Code: 1-11
Availability: In Stock
Manufactured: Spain

Properties and indications:

  • Benzac AC ® removes excess oiliness and moisturizes the skin, by using advanced acrylate copolymer (AC) and glycerol complex;
  • treats and helps prevent new acne lesions (contains benzoyl peroxide, which helps to unblock pores and kills 94% of acne bacteria within 48 hours!);
  • provides keratolytic and exfoliating action;
  • educes sebum production;
  • not an antibiotic, therefore is suitable for long-term use;
  • FDA - approved product;
  • the large capacity of the tube - 40g/1.41oz

The composition and release form:

gel for external use 40g/1.41oz


Active ingredient:

benzoyl peroxide aqueous (to benzoyl peroxide anhydrous) – 10 grams.

Excipients: methacrylic acid copolymer, poloxamer 182, carbomer 940, glycerol, disodium edetate, sodium docusate, propylene glycol, colloidal silicon dioxide, sodium hydroxide, purified water.


Contraindications:

  • is contraindicated for people with hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or to any of the ingredients of the preparation;
  • children under 12 years;
  • pregnancy and lactation.

Side effects of the preparation

Frequently: local irritation - redness, peeling, dryness, burning sensation (it is recommended to reduce the frequency of application);

Rarely (in 1-2%): allergic contact dermatitis.


Dosage and how to use:

  • wash away oiliness and dirt from the skin by applying a cleanser;
  • when the skin is completely dry (20-40 minutes after washing) uniformly apply the gel to the affected area;
  • if a feeling of tightness or dryness of the skin, apply a little moisturizer (but no earlier than 1 hour);
  • applied 1 time a day at normal skin tolerability, possibly 2 times a day (morning and evening);
  • therapeutic effect develops after 4 weeks of treatment, stable improvement after 3 months of treatment;
  • the repeated course is possible after consultation with a physician.

Important information:

  • a case of accidental contact a preparation on mucous membranes, rinse thoroughly with warm water;
  • not recommended the simultaneous use with products which have exfoliating, drying or irritating effect (for example, substances such as alcohol, salicylic acid, etc.);
  • not recommended the sun and UV radiation, which are an additional cause of skin irritation (use sunscreen every day);
  • if are seen signs of allergy such, stop treatment and consult a physician.

Store in a dark place at a temperature no higher than 25 ° C.

Shelf life: 36 months

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