Whats better for clogged pores, benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid? ?

i wash my face EVERYDAY twice a day and still at the end of the week i will sit infront of a mirror for like 2 hours and squeeze out my face. after its all clear it will all be back again by next week. i dont get it! it cant be makeup because i do not apply foundation on my forehead just my face and my forehead is just as bad as the rest of my faceWhats better for clogged pores, benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid? ?
I use the Oil Free Acne Cleanser with Microclear Technology by Neutrogena. It's in an Orange bottle. Make sure it says ';With Microclear Technology'; on it. It's somewhere between 7 - 9$ at Target. And always moisturize your skin if it feels tight. I use the Soft Day Moisturizer with SPF 15 by Clean and Clear. It's, also, somewhere between 7 - 9$ at Target. Cleanse your face twice a day, once when you wake up and once before you go to bed. The reason you want it to say “With Microclear Technology” is because Microclear delivers Acne medication faster than if you don’t have it. It’s also an exfoliater, but since the cleanser is a gel it has no beads or harsh scrub and thus is an extremely good option for those with sensitive skin.








Benzoyl peroxide works by introducing oxygen into the pore, thereby killing P. acnes. When the bacteria population is reduced, the number of breakouts on the skin is reduced as well.


Another factor that makes benzoyl peroxide so effective is its ability to help rid the follicle of excess dead skin cells. Clearing the pore of cellular debris will lessen the chance of pore blockages, or comedones. Because of this, benzoyl peroxide helps prevent breakouts before they start.


The use of benzoyl peroxide often must be continued, even after acne clears up. Once treatments are stopped, bacterium populations can increase and acne may return. Your dermatologist can help you determine how long to continue your benzoyl peroxide treatments.


The most common side effects from benzoyl peroxide are dryness and flaking. They are generally mild and can be reduced by using an oil-free moisturizing lotion daily. Other side effects include excessive dryness and flaking, redness, and burning.








Salicylic acid helps correct the abnormal desquamation process that occurs in acne-prone skin. It works as an exfoliant, promoting the sloughing away of dead skin cells.


Salicylic acid is especially helpful in treating acne because of its ability to penetrate the follicle. It encourages the shedding of dead skin cells from within the follicle, helping keep the pores clear of cellular debris. In this way, it reduces the number of pore blockages and breakouts on the skin.Salicylic acid can cause stinging, burning, and skin irritation. You may also experience dryness, peeling, and flaking of the skin. These side effects can usually be effectively controlled with daily use of an oil-free moisturizer. Whats better for clogged pores, benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid? ?
Sometimes pimples can occur on forehead specially when you have a bangs and your skin is very sensitive. If you have a bangs try to put a clip or headband to avoid hair contact to your face. Use warm water to dampen skin and cold water when washing or removing the facial wash, try Nu Skin products they are effective and safe. Because if you are going to choose from salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide you should avoid sun exposure or else your face will look too red, not good for a sensitive skin...
Honestly I had the same issue I looked like a pepporani pizza and I hated it. unitl I tried witch hazel it natural and you can get it at any drug store any major grocery store by the make up isle around there I use it twice a day just wipe and go and its like 3 to 5 bucks for a huge bottle cheap it last like almost 2 months and it picks up all my dirt and I notice a diffrence right away next day and it shrinks my pores and makes my skin healthy and I dont get break outs