Benzoyl Peroxide: Dermatologists’ #1 Acne-Fighting Ingredient
PanOxyl uses the power of Benzoyl Peroxide to kill acne-causing bacteria fast. Our daily washes clear existing acne and prevent future breakouts, ending the acne cycle.
What Exactly Is Benzoyl Peroxide and What Does It Do?
Benzoyl peroxide – also called BPO – is a scientifically proven acne treatment. Effective and safe, it’s recommended by dermatologists and is even on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines.
Treats Acne
Benzoyl Peroxide is effective at clearing and treating acne blemishes, pimples, and whiteheads.
Clears Pores
Benzoyl Peroxide helps the skin to shed more effectively to keep pores from becoming clogged.
Prevents Future Breakouts
Benzoyl Peroxide has antibacterial actions to combat blocked follicles before they have a chance to become spots.
Benzoyl peroxide was first discovered as an effective cure for acne in 1934. Today, it’s still one of the most successful and reliable acne treatments on the market. In the US, acne skincare products containing it can be bought over the counter without a prescription.
Why Use Benzoyl Peroxide For Acne?
Acne is caused when excess skin oil, called sebum, combines with dead skin cells to form pore blockages, trapping bacteria underneath. As the bacteria multiply, blockages become inflamed, and pimples appear.
Benzoyl Peroxide is highly effective at treating the causes of acne in three major ways: clearing pores, killing bacteria, and preventing acne.
How to Use Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl peroxide can be used twice daily on both inflamed and non-inflamed acne on all common problem areas, such as the face, neck, shoulders, and back.
Benzoyl Peroxide can be used at different strengths depending on your needs.
PanOxyl cleansers are available in concentrations of 4% or 10%.
Acne Creamy Wash has 4% Benzoyl Peroxide, which is best for mild to moderate acne. Our Acne Foaming Wash and Treatment Bar have maximum strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, the highest concentration available without a prescription. We recommend these treatments for more severe acne.
It’s usually also fine to use Benzoyl Peroxide products in conjunction with other treatments in your acne skincare routine – such as antibiotics, retinoids, and Salicylic Acid. Always check with your dermatologist before combining acne treatments.
Benzoyl Peroxide works faster than many other acne products, and most people start seeing results after about four weeks of use. It’s an excellent long-term acne treatment since, unlike with antibiotics, the skin doesn’t build up resistance to its effects.
Applying Benzoyl Peroxide to the entire acne-prone skin area – even if it’s not currently pimply or inflamed – can actually prevent acne in the long term, helping you say goodbye to acne—for good.