Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel 60g

Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel contains benzoyl peroxide 25 mg/g for the treatment of acne. The formulation contains glycerol to help maintain skin hydration and acrylates copolymer to absorb excess oil. It is designed for application to acne-affected areas and helps unclog pores and target P. acnes bacteria associated with acne, including blackheads and whiteheads.

Suitable for: Acne-prone skin

Size: 60g

Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 25 mg/g

Key Features

• Contains 2.5% benzoyl peroxide

• Helps unclog pores

• Targets blackheads and whiteheads

• Contains acrylates copolymer to absorb excess oil

• Contains glycerol

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 25 mg/g

Inactive Ingredients: Docusate Sodium, Disodium Edetate, Poloxamer 182, Carbomer 940, Propylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Glycerol, Silicon Dioxide, Purified Water and Sodium Hydroxide (to adjust pH).

Directions

Apply to affected areas as the second step in a three-step acne treatment routine.

Week 1: Initial Use

1. Wash and dry your hands.

2. Cleanse the skin with a gentle cleanser and pat dry.

3. Apply a thin layer of gel to affected areas once daily.

4. Leave on for 2 hours, then rinse thoroughly with water and pat dry.

5. Apply a light, non-comedogenic moisturiser.

After 3 Days, If Well Tolerated

1. Wash and dry your hands.

2. Cleanse the skin.

3. Apply the gel in the evening.

4. Allow the gel to dry, then apply a light moisturiser.

5. Leave on overnight.

After 7 Days

If there is no redness or peeling and the acne has not improved, use may be increased to twice daily, in the morning and evening. Apply after cleansing and before moisturising.

If there is no improvement after one month, consult a healthcare professional. The source also advises considering Benzac AC Moderate Strength 5% Acne Gel if results are not seen.