Face Reality Advanced Acne Med is a water-based benzoyl peroxide gel from Face Reality, designed to penetrate pores and eliminate acne-causing bacteria while preventing future breakouts. This treatment uses micronized benzoyl peroxide for smaller, more consistent particle size that improves penetration and reduces potential irritation. Available in three strengths (2.5%, 5%, and 10%), it allows you to customize your treatment intensity based on your skin's tolerance and acne severity.

Key Benefits

Kills acne-causing bacteria at the source Micronized benzoyl peroxide penetrates pores to eliminate C. acnes bacteria and reduce bacterial count on contact.

Unclogs pores and prevents future congestion Acts as a peeling agent inside the pore to clear existing blockages and keep pores clear over time.

Accelerates cell turnover for clearer skin Increases the rate at which skin cells renew themselves, helping to clear existing acne and prevent new blemishes from forming.

Soothes while it treats Bisabolol delivers anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits to calm irritation, while sodium hyaluronate provides hydration to counteract dryness.

Proven effective for over 80 years Benzoyl peroxide remains one of the most clinically validated acne treatments available, with decades of research supporting its efficacy.

Ideal for normal, combination, and oily skin types dealing with inflamed acne, non-inflamed acne, or a combination of both. If your skin tolerates active ingredients well and you're looking for a clinical-strength treatment that goes beyond what's available over the counter, this is formulated for you.

Not recommended for sensitive skin types. If you're new to benzoyl peroxide or have experienced dryness with acne treatments in the past, start with the 2.5% strength and work up gradually. If you've used benzoyl peroxide before without issue, the 5% strength is a good starting point.

Apply a layer of Face Reality Hydrabalance under your Acne Med to create a moisture barrier that prevents excess dryness, especially when you're building tolerance or stepping up to a higher percentage.

Prepare: After cleansing and toning, ensure skin is completely dry.

Apply: Apply a thin layer to the entire blemish-prone area in the evening. Leave on for 15 to 30 minutes initially, then remove.

Frequency: Gradually increase wearing time each evening until the product can be tolerated all night. Slight irritation and dryness are normal and temporary as your skin builds tolerance.

Technique: With the micronized formula, moisturizer may be layered over this product after allowing it to dry for one minute. However, this is only recommended for dry skin types and may hinder the clearing process for oily or combination skin.