Can You Use Adapalene With Benzoyl Peroxide?
Works well together
Yes.
Unlike retinol, adapalene is chemically stable against benzoyl peroxide. The two are deliberately co-prescribed for inflammatory acne.
How to use Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide
Safe to layer. Expect dryness from the combination and moisturize accordingly.
General guidance from common dermatological advice, not medical advice. If you use a prescription treatment, follow your prescriber’s instructions.
Layering
Related pairings
- Retinol with Benzoyl PeroxideDo not combine
- Adapalene with AHADo not combine
- AHA with Benzoyl PeroxideSeparate or space out
- Benzoyl Peroxide with Vitamin CSeparate or space out
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