{"product_id":"face-reality-10-advanced-acne-med","title":"Face Reality 10% Advanced Acne Med","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background: #EEEDFE; border-left: 5px solid #534AB7; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 0 0 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #3c3489; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eConsultation required before purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.9em; color: #534ab7; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThis is a professional-grade active product. As per Face Reality guidelines, a brief skin consultation is required before purchase to ensure this product is right for your skin. \u003cstrong\u003eFor the quickest response, text Jasmine at \u003ca style=\"color: #3c3489;\" href=\"sms:8186690333\"\u003e(818) 669-0333\u003c\/a\u003e during business hours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Existing clients with an access code may add directly to cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0f6e56; font-size: 1.3em; line-height: 1.35; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eFace Reality 10% Advanced Acne Med — maximum strength benzoyl peroxide for stubborn acne\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FFF8E7; border-left: 4px solid #BA7517; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 0 0 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #633806; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eBenzoyl peroxide warnings — please read before use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 0.9em; color: #633806; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBleaching hazard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benzoyl peroxide will permanently bleach and stain fabric, towels, sheets, and clothing. Always use white towels when drying your face and body, and switch to white pillowcases while using this product. Allow skin to dry completely before dressing or getting into bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benzoyl peroxide increases your skin's sensitivity to the sun. Daily SPF 30 is mandatory — apply every morning without exception. Reapply every 2 hours if spending time outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication reminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply creams or lotions over Acne Med — this interferes with the benzoyl peroxide. Use a gel moisturizer such as Face Reality Hydrabalance or HydraRemedy before instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf irritation develops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discontinue use immediately and contact your Face Reality Acne Specialist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #888780; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 oz \/ 30ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"\u003eWhat it does for your skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum-strength benzoyl peroxide treatment in the Face Reality lineup, formulated with the same skin-supporting base as the 2.5% and 5% — sodium hyaluronate to actively hydrate and bisabolol to calm — so the highest concentration delivers powerful clearing without unnecessarily destroying the skin barrier. Reserved for stubborn, persistent acne that has not fully responded to lower concentrations under professional guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% benzoyl peroxide — maximum antibacterial clearing power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium hyaluronate hydrates while the benzoyl peroxide clears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBisabolol calms redness and inflammation around active breakouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame skin-supporting base as the 2.5% and 5% formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave-on formula for sustained overnight antibacterial action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight gel texture absorbs without residue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOily and acne-prone skin with stubborn, persistent breakouts that have not fully responded to 2.5% or 5% benzoyl peroxide. This is not a starting point — it is the escalation step used under Jasmine's direct guidance when lower concentrations have been tried and more firepower is needed. Strength and protocol confirmed during your consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a thin, even layer to clean dry skin in the evening only as directed during your consultation. Allow to fully absorb before applying Face Reality Hydrabalance gel moisturizer. Do not use creams or lotions over this product. Build frequency gradually — never increase on your own timeline. Always follow with SPF 50 in the morning. Use white pillowcases and towels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJasmine's note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FFFBF2; border-left: 4px solid #EF9F27; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 8px 0 20px; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin: 0;\"\u003e“I reserve the 10% for clients with stubborn, persistent breakouts who've already been using the 2.5% or 5% and need more firepower. It's not the starting point — it's the escalation when we need it. Used correctly, it can clear skin that clients have been struggling with for years. The sodium hyaluronate and bisabolol in the base are what make it possible to use 10% BP without destroying the barrier — most 10% products on the market are just acid in a plain base. This one is different.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenzoyl Peroxide 10% (Active)\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum-strength antibacterial treatment; kills Cutibacterium acnes bacteria through an oxidizing reaction inside the pore; reserved for stubborn acne that hasn't fully responded to lower concentrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium Hyaluronate\u003c\/strong\u003e — actively hydrates while the benzoyl peroxide clears; essential at 10% concentration to prevent excessive barrier disruption; the ingredient that separates this formula from basic 10% BP products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBisabolol\u003c\/strong\u003e — chamomile-derived calming ingredient that reduces redness and inflammation around active breakouts during treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropanediol\u003c\/strong\u003e — plant-derived humectant that adds hydration and ensures even distribution of the active ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycerin\u003c\/strong\u003e — draws moisture into skin to further offset potential drying from the high-concentration benzoyl peroxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate\/VP Copolymer\u003c\/strong\u003e — creates the lightweight gel texture and ensures even suspension of the active throughout the formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbomer \u0026amp; Xanthan Gum\u003c\/strong\u003e — stabilize the formula and maintain consistent active ingredient delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete your routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10% Advanced Acne Med is a targeted escalation step — follow this order exactly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 — Cleanse with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Face Reality Ultra Gentle Cleanser or Face Reality Barrier Balance Creamy Cleanser — removes oil and buildup so the treatment can penetrate effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 — Apply before Acne Med:\u003c\/strong\u003e Face Reality Hydrabalance — apply and allow to absorb fully before applying the Acne Med\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 — Apply Acne Med:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a thin layer and allow to dry completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not put anything on top of the Acne Med — applying creams, lotions, or other products over it will block the benzoyl peroxide from entering the pores and significantly reduce its effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternating nights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Face Reality Salicylic+ Serum on off nights for dual-mechanism clearing — never the same night as Acne Med\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways finish AM with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Face Reality powerMineral SPF 50 or Mineral Matte SPF 28 — mandatory with benzoyl peroxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep down if needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Face Reality 5% Advanced Acne Med if 10% causes excessive dryness or irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #3c3489; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eShould I start with 10% if my acne is severe?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eNo — and this is one of the most important things I tell new clients. Starting at 10% will almost certainly cause significant irritation, barrier disruption, and may temporarily worsen your skin. Severe acne does not require starting at the highest concentration — it requires a well-structured protocol that builds up correctly. I always start clients at 2.5% regardless of severity and move up based on their skin's response. Rushing to 10% sets you back, not forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #3c3489; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eHow do I know if I'm ready to move up to 10%?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eI make this call with my clients directly based on how their skin has responded at lower strengths over time. Signs that you may be ready: you've been using 5% consistently for 6-8 weeks with no irritation, you're seeing good but not complete clearing, and your skin barrier is healthy and tolerating your full protocol. Text me — I'd rather guide you through this transition than have you guess. Moving up too fast is one of the most common protocol mistakes I see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #3c3489; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhy does this formula have sodium hyaluronate at 10% concentration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eBecause at 10% benzoyl peroxide the risk of barrier disruption and dryness is significantly higher than at lower concentrations. The sodium hyaluronate actively counteracts that by drawing moisture into the skin during treatment. Most 10% BP products on the market have no barrier support in the base — they're just acid in a simple gel. This formula is specifically designed to deliver maximum clearing while protecting the barrier, which is why clients can tolerate it when other 10% products have caused problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #3c3489; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eCan I use 10% every day?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eOnly as directed during your consultation. I typically start clients on 3 nights per week, then every other night, then nightly — over several weeks. Never increase frequency on your own timeline. If at any point you experience significant dryness, redness, or irritation, reduce frequency immediately and text me. Clear skin is the goal — not the fastest possible introduction of the highest possible concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #E1F5EE; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #888780; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eFull ingredient list\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85em; color: #5f5e5a; line-height: 1.7; background: #F9F8F6; padding: 14px 16px; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benzoyl Peroxide 10%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInactive ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Carbomer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate\/VP Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #F9F8F6; border: 1px solid #D3D1C7; border-radius: 8px; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 28px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #2c2c2a; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eWhy is a consultation required for this product?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 0.9em; color: #5f5e5a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eThis product contains professional-grade active ingredients. Face Reality requires that all clients complete a brief skin consultation before purchasing actives — this protects your skin and ensures you're using the right products at the right strength for your specific concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-size: 0.9em; color: #5f5e5a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eJasmine personally reviews every consultation. She'll assess your skin type, current routine, and goals before recommending the right active and strength for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-size: 0.9em; color: #5f5e5a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to get access:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 4px 0 12px 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.9em; color: #5f5e5a; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFastest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text \u003ca style=\"color: #3c3489;\" href=\"sms:8186690333\"\u003e(818) 669-0333\u003c\/a\u003e during business hours for a quick consultation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete a virtual or in-person consultation at the studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting clients: use your Locksmith access code to unlock this product directly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.85em; color: #888780; font-style: italic;\"\u003eActive products covered by this policy include: all mandelic serums, glycolic serums, Salicylic+ Serum, GlowTone Corrective Serum, Retinol Peptide Serum, Retinal B3 Serum, Advanced Acne Med (2.5%, 5%, 10%), L-Mandelic Face \u0026amp; Body Wash, L-Mandelic Face \u0026amp; Body Scrub, Acne Face \u0026amp; Body Wash, Acne Face \u0026amp; Body Scrub, and Glycolic-Lactic Toner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jasmine Skin Care + Lash Studio ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51641560006788,"sku":null,"price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0366\/6250\/9700\/files\/FR_2024_PDP_AcneMed_10_2fa28842-1238-416b-9c7b-a033fa7e7a1a.png?v=1773794489","url":"https:\/\/jazskin.com\/products\/face-reality-10-advanced-acne-med","provider":"Jasmine Skin Care + Lash Studio ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}