Is it safe to use hydrogen peroxide for acne?

Aug 17, 2014

Maan K.

Watched a video on youtube and it says it clears up acne,tried it once and yes it worked but it made my skin so dry and flaky, and if its safe ,can I use it twice a month?

Aug 17, 2014

Olivia A.

I would never, never, put that on my skin. Hydrogen is soooo strong! Please do no use that on your face!

Aug 17, 2014

Dorothea S.

I mean I use Hydrogen Peroxide on my skin and it works for me. Everyone's skin is different, for me I just a heavy moisturizer after because I use an acne cream that really dries out my face. HP works for me so I mean if it works for your skin I don't see why not.

Aug 17, 2014

Kyraa D.

I would never put that on my face :/ it's sooo harsh.

I would just invest in actual acne product. Neutrogena makes some great ones!

Aug 17, 2014

Shumi C.

I wouldn't recommend it either. Doesn't sound very safe. I agree with Kyraa, there are some really good products out there for acne which you'll see more benefits from and is much safer :)

Aug 17, 2014

Kitty K.

A normal spot treatment is 5 dollars. No need for in the long run damage when the other options are not even pricey or drying.

Aug 17, 2014

Kendall Z.

Good solution for when you pick at acne, but not for ALL over your face. If I ever have a whitehead it may be something I use, but not exactly something to rely on all the tiome~

Aug 18, 2014

Valerie C.

Peroxide burns the tissue. I really do not recommend that..

Aug 18, 2014

Meghan B.

Nope

Aug 18, 2014

Grace T.

Hydrogen peroxide is the only thing that helps my hormonal acne. I've tried everything and got desperate and it helped my skin. I don't use it very often on my face, only when my other remedies arent helping. But everyone is different and may not have the same results. I would try acne products first though.

Aug 18, 2014

Maan K.

Thanks for all the information girls ,I have been to 12 dermatologists in the past year and nothing works on my skin and I am sick of popping pills lol hp was my last option, but I know its harsh :(

Aug 18, 2014

Eve K.

Ooh that sounds scary I tried out a few things for my acne and wrote an article on my blog about it. Have a look http://www.eveantoinettebeauty.co.uk/5-natural-and-cheap-products-that-can-cure-acne/

Aug 19, 2014

Meaghan G.

Nooooooo

Aug 19, 2014

Jessica R.

I have been struggling with hormonal acne too around my chin and up my cheeks sometimes. No pills or prescription creams worked. I gave up on all skin products and started using oils like cold pressed castor oil ,grapeseed oil , or virgin coconut oil. It seems crazy to put oil on acne but it really helps. Especially if you find the right combo. Google oil cleansing. Also drink tons of water and maybe cut down on dairy or sugars acne sucks I hope we both find a cure!

Aug 19, 2014

Jessica R.

Also tea tree oil and African black soap bar from whole foods.

Aug 20, 2014

Sandra R.

As an esthetition I highly recommend that you don't use that. I would recommend a product with benzoyl peroxide and Salicylic acid in it. These products are much safer for your skin. Remember it's not going to clear up over night but if you wash your face twice a day using products with these ingredients it should help. You will also need to use a moisturizer and sunscreen to hydrate and protect your skin. Hope this helps