It can cause dryness, itching, redness, flaking or peeling of the skin. It very clearly states on the back of the package “Do not use if you have very sensitive skin or are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide.” It also goes on to describe some of the side effects that may occur, which ironically enough are the same effects people grouch about most in negative reviews. I would like to first say that it’s not the fault of the company for failing to mention that this is a very strong product. As I live in the US, I have the more concentrated version.
The version sold in the US is more concentrated and meant to be used as a spot treatment the version available in the UK and Europe is more dilute and can be used as a spot treatment or an allover acne treatment. On the other hand, La Roche-Posay is usually a brand that caters to more sensitive skin and this is one product that has managed to irritate even my generally tolerant skin.Īs I understand it, there are two versions. On one hand, it definitely works to get rid of acne. I feel like the Effaclar Duo has a very love/hate following.
