Am I allergic to benzoyl peroxide?
Am I Allergic to Benzoyl Peroxide?How do I know if I’m allergic to benzoyl peroxide?Answer: True benzoyl peroxide allergies are not quite as common as people believe. Some people think they are allergic to benzoyl peroxide but are actually experiencing normal side effects of benzoyl peroxide treatment. Benzoyl peroxide does cause dryness, redness, and peeling to some degree. So, how do you know if you are truly allergic to benzoyl peroxide or if you’re simply experiencing common side effects? Symptoms of benzoyl peroxide allergy include: • Swelling of the skin, lips, or tongue • Severe redness, burning or itching • Rash or hives • Serious skin irritation, peeling, or cracking These symptoms will continue to worsen until you stop using benzoyl peroxide. Typical benzoyl peroxide side effects are less severe than an aller