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What Does Benzoyl Peroxide Do to Skin? Benefits & Side Effects

A favourite especially among those with acne-prone skin, read on to find out what benzoyl peroxide can do for your skin and what makes it a winner in your kit

Praneet Sahni Kalani

Praneet Sahni Kalani

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Benzoyl Peroxide
Acne
Dark Spots
Skintone
Benzoyl Peroxide
Acne
Dark Spots
Skintone
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For skincare noobs who may wonder what benzoyl peroxide is – it's like an antiseptic that kills bacteria and is often used as a topical medication to treat acne and rosacea. In fact, benzoyl peroxide for skin can be used to bleach skin, remove dark spots and if approved by your dermatologist, it's good for the skin. Inside the intriguing world of skin science, are our daily skincare products that are made up of certain active acids and ingredients that tackle one or more skin concerns. One such ingredient is benzoyl peroxide.

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acne
Dark Spots
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acne
Dark Spots
Uneven Skin Tone
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Praneet Sahni Kalani

Praneet Sahni Kalani

Sr. Copywriter, BB Team

Praneet Sahni Kalani is a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle writer with over five years of experience, including bylines in Vogue India. A graduate of the London College of Fashion, UAL, she previously worked as a fashion buyer, merchandiser, and stylist at Harrods, Debenhams, Tommy Hilfiger, and Ensemble. Specialising in copywriting, she has crafted content for over 110 renowned brands, showcased on her website, pennedtoposition.com. When she's not writing, she's exploring beauty and wellness trends-either at the gym or in front of the mirror.
Connect with her on Instagram: @praneetsahni__

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