PanOxyl Acne Creamy Wash, 4% Benzoyl Peroxide
Works for
CleansingCarbomer, Decyl glucoside + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Creamy Wash, 4% Benzoyl Peroxide”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, decyl glucoside, diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, palmitic acid, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, sorbitan stearate, tea-stearate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishBenzoyl peroxideWorks well
“Acne Creamy Wash, 4% Benzoyl Peroxide”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: benzoyl peroxide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Benzoyl peroxideMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
2 of 2 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Benzoyl peroxide4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
More about Benzoyl peroxideCarbomer~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDecyl glucoside~6.2–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideDimethicone~4.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeDiethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate~3.5–5.3%
Glycerin~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPalmitic acid~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea-stearate~1.3–2%
Propanediol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolWater~0.9–1.35%
Silica~1.1–1.6%
Sea salt~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Sea saltSodium citrate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.85%
Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate~0.4–0.95%
Sorbitan stearate~0.2–0.75%
Sorbitol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolStearic acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidT-butyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholXanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Benzoyl peroxide, Carbomer, Decyl glucoside, Dimethicone, Diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Tea-stearate, Propanediol, Water, Silica, Sea salt, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, Sorbitan stearate, Sorbitol, Stearic acid, T-butyl alcohol, Xanthan gum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| PanOxylAcne Creamy Wash, 4% Benzoyl PeroxideYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeAcne Foaming Cream Wash | CetaphilGentle Clear Complexion-Clearing BPO Acne Cleanser | ReplenixBP 5% Acne Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 46% | 45% |
| Price | $10.19 | $14.99+$4.80 | $14.99+$4.80 | $29.50+$19.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Differin Daily Deep Cleanser BPO 5%Dr. Bailey Skin Care Foaming Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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