4 ms·How long it takes? I'm 30 now and I would have breakouts if I didn't apply benzoyl peroxide twice a day.by GolDDranks 8y agoHow long it takes? I'm 30 now and I would have breakouts if I didn't apply benzoyl peroxide twice a day.cylinder 8y agoThat stuff is the devil. Thought I had oily skin. I didn't. It was a reaction to benzoyl. Switched to Cetaphil which I add pure tea tree oil to.masklinn 8y agoIIRC, if your acne doesn't start and go away during your teenage years it can last into your 40s.