Red Rashes Appeared On Face After Using Proactiv Cream. Can It Be Cured On Its Own?

Posted on Thu, 14 Feb 2013

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Question : Used proactiv cream on my face which i am told contains benzol peroxide now have a red pimply rash, i am working in the mines in WA hard to access doctor . Do u think this will go away by itself.

Answered by Dr. Kruti (15 minutes later)

Hello

Thanks for posting your query.
I will be glad to assist you.

Proactiv cream can at times cause a rash, this can result if the skin is too sensitive or in cases of dryness on the face.

I would recommend that you discontinue using it.

Also you need to apply cortisone cream over the rash twice a day for a week.

The rash will not go away on its own. It will have to be treated.

In case it doesn't subside in a week, it would be best to consult a dermatologist.

Hope my recommendations are helpful to you.

Please let me know if I can address any other concerns for you.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Kruti (34 minutes later)

i am working in 40 degree heat is that a problem.Can i get cortizone cream from chemist

Answered by Dr. Kruti (4 minutes later)

Hello

I can understand your concern.

Cortisone cream is available over the counter. But can be used for a week only.

Since its so hot there, its the heat that may be causing a heat rash.

after a week of application of cortisone cream, you can apply calamine lotion twice a day which is also available at the chemist.

Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar