PanOxyl Benzoyl Peroxide Cream 10% vs PanOxyl Acne Banishing Body (Spray)

PanOxyl

Benzoyl Peroxide Cream 10%

PanOxyl

Acne Banishing Body (Spray)

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

An acne treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for controlling oil and refining pores.

Acne treatment

21 ingredients

15 ingredients

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At a Glance

They come out differently on EU-allergen-free, Alcohol-free, Silicone-free, Fungal-acne-safe and Pore-clogger-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

Key Ingredients

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

PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Benefits

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

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Niacinamide

Concerns

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

May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol
May Worsen Dryness1
Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Alcohol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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 / —

Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Alcohol
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Dipropylene Glycol
Perfuming
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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