Many products contain something called Benzoyl peroxide which was first developed and used in the 1920's. Benzoyl peroxide has shown in research to cause dryness and irritation although this does not normally show until after about a week. Some people may have a more severe reaction.and can suffer from burning, itching, and possible swelling. this does not seem appropriate as we are trying to clear the skin, not inflame it.

Benzoyl Peroxide has been shown to suppress the immune system which is defeating one of the main elements of curing acne, which is to boost the immune system so that our body is able to fight the bacteria present and The national library of medicine has shown that after animal studies were conducted it was believed that it could increase carcinogenesis.

Glycolic acid is another ingredient which can be found in acne treatments often used in skin peel is known to be as strong irritant. The top layer of skin is not the problem, the bacteria actually inside the pores is, so peeling will not eliminate the basic problem causing acne. After using peeling products the skin is often extremely red, rather like a severe case of sunburn.

Other potentially dangerous chemicals include, Sodium Hyaluronate and salicylic acid

Did you know that cosmetic companies producing skin care remedies including acne products ingredients are not subject to premarket approval authority by the FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) with the exception of color additives and a few prohibited substances. Although the FDA state that they may pursue enforcement action against violative products or against firms or individuals who violate the law. So in plain english, they will intervene if there is an issue, but this is not much help if you have been using the product for some time before any problems arise.

These products should never be used by pregnant women.

The aim of this article is not to scare you but to make you aware that you do not have to subject yourselves to these risks, no matter how small when there are many natural acne remedies available on the market. Do not leave yourselves open to these risks. You would not take these chemicals orally, so why would you want to put them on your skin, with the possibility of them entering your bloodstream in another way.

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