{"product_id":"benzac-ac-gel-10-60g","title":"BENZAC AC Gel 10% 60g","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are 3 strengths of Benzac AC Gel. 2.5%, 5% and 10%. The percentage refers to the amount of the active benzoyl peroxide in the gel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is recommended that you always begin treatment with either 2.5% or 5% Benzac AC. If your acne persists, and provided your skin tolerates the lower strength gel, your doctor or pharmacist may recommend continued treatment with the higher strength gel (10%).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow long you will need to use Benzac AC will depend on how quickly your condition improves. After you have used it for one month, you should see your doctor or pharmacist again so they can check the improvement in your condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"accordion\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBenzac Gel Ingredients:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEach gram contains:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ebenzoyl peroxide 100mg\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInactive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edocusate sodium, disodium edetate, poloxamer 182, carbomer 940, propylene glycol, acrylates copolymer, glycerol (glycerine), silicon dioxide, sodium hydroxide, and purified water.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"accordion\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake sure you read the enclosed leaflet first.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWash the affected area with a mild skin cleanser and water and pat skin dry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eApply a thin film of Benzac AC Gel to the affected areas once daily, leaving on the skin for 2 hours then washing it off with water then pat skin dry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApply a light moisturiser which won’t clog pores. After three days, if no discomfort is felt, apply Benzac AC Gel in the evening and leave it on all night.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter 7 days,if there is no redness or peeling and your skin is still not improving, apply Benzac AC Gel twice a day, morning and night. How long you will need to use Benzac AC Gel will depend on how quickly your condition improves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a month,you should see your doctor or pharmacist again so they can asses the condition of your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"prod_addi_info_title\"\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile you are using BENZAC AC GEL\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThings you must not do:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not apply to eyes, lips, mouth or sensitive areas of the neck. If accidental contact occurs rinse with water and pat dry. Contact may cause irritation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid excessive exposure to sunlight or other sources of ultra-violet light.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e- Do not use harsh skin cleansers or scrubs.\u003cbr\u003e- Do not use cosmetic products that contain alcohol.\u003cbr\u003e- Do not use medicated soaps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese things may have an extra drying or irritant effect.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThings to be careful of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep cosmetic use to a minimum and avoid oil based cosmetics which can clog the pores. Be careful when using BENZAC gel because benzoyl peroxide can bleach or discolour clothing or towels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide effects\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf excessive swelling, irritation, redness or peeling occurs discontinue use. If it persists consult your doctor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Life Pharmacy St Lukes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37237849456804,"sku":"2591111","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0010\/9304\/2228\/products\/benzac10.jpg?v=1608160605","url":"https:\/\/lifepharmacystlukes.co.nz\/zh\/products\/benzac-ac-gel-10-60g","provider":"Life Pharmacy St Lukes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}