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Is it okay to use Benzoyl Peroxide and Tretinoin concurrently?

July 29, 2015
Asked By:Blake.Elliot in Ottawa, ON

Hi, I've been using Stieva-A (0.01% Tretinoin) for awhile now and have seen little to no improvement. I am wondering if it's safe to use 5% Benzoyl Peroxide with it. My idea for a new regimen is to use the Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning, while using Tretinoin at night. But I've heard that if I use Benzoyl Peroxide with Tretinoin, they will cancel each other out? Thanks in advance for all the answers!

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Answer: Yes, BPO and Vitamin A are ok

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Answer: Yes, BPO and Vitamin A are ok

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