Murad Clarifying Body Spray vs PanOxyl Benzoyl Peroxide Cream 10%

Murad

Clarifying Body Spray

PanOxyl

Benzoyl Peroxide Cream 10%

An acne treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

An acne treatment built around Benzoyl peroxide, for hydration and barrier repair.

Acne treatment

19 ingredients

21 ingredients

Brand price

USD 52.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Benzoyl peroxide1
An antibacterial acne treatment that kills C. acnes.
Benzoyl Peroxide

Benefits

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Menthol, Panthenol
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Menthol, Niacinamide

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Dimethicone, Glycerin, Propanediol, Stearic Acid
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Dimethicone, Glycerin, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Dimethicone, Palmitic Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Benzoyl Peroxide

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
May Worsen Irritation5
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol, Citral, Fragrance, Geraniol, Menthol
May Worsen Eczema5
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol, Citral, Fragrance, Geraniol, Menthol
May Worsen Rosacea5
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol, Citral, Fragrance, Geraniol, Menthol

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Palmitic Acid, PEG-40 Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation

Benzoyl Peroxide
Oxidising
0 / —
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Acne Fighting
Xanthan Gum
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Dimethicone
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
2 / 0
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Citrate
Buffering
0 / —
Sodium Chloride
Fragrance
0-1 / —
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
0 / 1
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Silica
Abrasive
0-1 / —

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
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T-Butyl Alcohol
Denaturant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-Methylpropan-2-ol
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