DID YOU KNOW ~ that Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acts as an antiseptic/ antibacterial when applied to the skin?
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Because P. acnes (the bacteria that causes #acne) can live in your pores (as it is a lipophilic, anaerobic bacteria), it works to reduce the amount of acne-causing bacteria. BPO also performs two additional functions: the first is oxidization. This means that when applied to the #skin, benzoyl peroxide works to inject air into the pore (which is toxic for an anaerobic bacteria). The second function is to act as an BPO?anti-inflammatory?, reducing the redness and soreness that can accompany an acne lesion.
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We love BPO products that also contain additional anti-inflammatory ingredients such as niacinamide (vitamin B3), oligopeptide 10, zinc, silver and aloe, to maximize the anti-inflammatory (anti redness) effects of the formula!
Our favorite BPO product? IMAGE Clear Cell Medicated #Acne Lotion! ???
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Marie Bertrand