Acne Treatment Options

Benzoyl peroxide, the active ingredient in PanOxyl®, is the #1 over-the-counter acne ingredient recommended by dermatologists. Here’s why:

IT WORKS THREE WAYS 1. Benzoyl peroxide helps to reduce inflammation. 2. It works as a skin-peeling agent to unclog your pores. 3. It helps prevent new blemishes from forming.

IT HELPS BREAK THE ACNE CYCLE Unlike salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide helps break the acne cycle, clearing existing breakouts now and helping to stop emerging pimples before they form…. Read More It works for both mild and moderate cases of inflammatory acne and non-inflammatory acne. Close
IT GIVES YOU OPTIONS Benzoyl peroxide is available in several strengths and forms like, PanOxyl® 10% Acne Foaming Wash and PanOxyl® 4% Acne Creamy Wash, which is used for sensitive skin and mild to medium acne. Since benzoyl peroxide has…Read More a mild drying and peeling effect, especially in the first few weeks, you may want to start with a lower percentage and see if that works before ramping up to 10%.