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Can I use Perobar 5% Soap to reduce bacteria and keep my armpits clean?

Asked by Male, 23 · 6 days ago

Perobar 5% Soap contains benzoyl peroxide, an antibacterial ingredient mainly used to treat acne by reducing acne-causing bacteria and removing excess oil from the skin. It can reduce the number of bacteria on the skin, but it is not specifically meant for routine cleansing of the armpits. If you have body odour, mild folliculitis (infection or inflammation of hair follicles), or acne (pimples) in the underarm area, your doctor may recommend it for short-term use. Avoid using it on broken, irritated, or freshly shaved skin, as it may cause dryness, redness, or a burning sensation. Rinse the soap off thoroughly after use and apply a gentle moisturiser if your skin becomes dry. For everyday underarm hygiene, regular bathing with a mild soap, keeping the area dry, and wearing breathable clothing are usually enough. If you have persistent odour, painful lumps, redness, or recurrent infections, consult a doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

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I am suffering from acne vulgaris, and my dermatologist prescribed Perobar soap, Onabet SD lotion, and Ketonext shampoo, but even after using them for two weeks, I am not seeing much improvement. Are there any other treatment options that may work better for me?
Acne vulgaris usually does not show quick improvement in just two weeks, even when the correct treatment is started, because pimples form deep in the skin and take time to calm down and stop new breakouts. Medicines like Perobar soap, antifungal or anti-inflammatory lotions, and medicated shampoos help reduce bacteria, oiliness, and irritation, but visible results often take 4-8 weeks or sometimes longer, depending on how active the acne is and how oily or sensitive your skin is. It is also common to see mild initial flare or no obvious change early on, which can feel discouraging but is still part of the normal treatment response. Along with prescribed treatment, keeping the skincare routine simple helps a lot, such as using a gentle cleanser, avoiding heavy creams or oil-based products, not picking pimples, and maintaining daily sunscreen use to prevent marks from darkening. Diet, stress, and sleep also play a role in acne control, so balancing these can improve results over time. If there is no improvement even after 6-8 weeks, or if acne is painful, spreading, or leaving scars, a follow-up with your dermatologist is important because treatment may need adjustment or stronger targeted medicines.
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