PanOxyl, Acne Creamy Wash, Benzoyl Peroxide 4% Daily Control, 6 oz (170 g)

Should I choose the PanOxyl 4% Creamy Wash or the 10% Foaming Wash?

Choose the 4% Creamy Wash if you are new to benzoyl peroxide or found 10% too drying; the label itself says irritation may be reduced by using a lower concentration. The 10% Foaming Wash is PanOxyl's maximum-strength option for skin that tolerates it, and both are used the same way.

What is the 4% Creamy Wash for?

Treating acne: the labelled use is "for the treatment of acne", and the tube describes it as a Daily Control wash for face and body that clears existing acne and helps prevent new breakouts. The label says not to use it if you have very sensitive skin or are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide.

How long should the wash stay on my skin?

Massage it over wet skin for 1–2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. The label says to start with one application a day and increase to two or three times daily only if needed, cutting back to once a day or every other day if dryness or peeling bothers you.

Can I use it on my chest and back?

Yes, the PanOxyl Creamy Wash is labelled for face and body, and the 170g tube suits larger areas in the shower. Keep it off your hair and dyed fabrics, which the label warns may be bleached.

What else is in the creamy formula?

Alongside 4% benzoyl peroxide, the PanOxyl Creamy Wash base includes glycerin, dimethicone and sorbitol, and no fragrance or parabens appear in the ingredient list.

Can I use it with a retinoid or another acne product?

Only with care: the label warns that irritation and dryness are more likely if you use another topical acne medication at the same time, and to use one at a time if irritation occurs. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the label says to ask a health professional before use.