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Michelle (New York, NY) on 09/04/2013

For skin infections and folliculitis: Hydrogen peroxide is very helpful for diminishing the size of skin infections. I also believe it speeds recovery time. It is also a gentler (but not less effective) alternative to rubbing alcohol for those with sensitive skin. Hope this helps!
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Replied By Lou (Tyler, Tx) on 09/27/2015

My son once scraped his temple area on a picnic table (he fell). I put hydrogen peroxide on it. It got way worse! The ER doctor told me to never use it on the face area.
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Replied By Darlingrosepink (Canada) on 06/05/2023

I have used h2O2 on my face many times with no problems. I use it for cold sores mostly. Try to put it only on the affected areas and maybe dilute it by half. Be careful around the eyes of course. I usually apply with a cotton ball to prevent any possible splashing.