PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant vs Differin 10% BPO Acne Treatment

PanOxyl

Differin

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

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

Acne treatment

15 ingredients

11 ingredients

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At a Glance

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BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

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

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, Glycerin
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Anti-Pollution1
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Glycerin

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Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Betaine
Humectant
0 / —
- Hydrating
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating

Benzoyl Peroxide
Oxidising
0 / —
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Acne Fighting
Acrylates Copolymer
Film Forming
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Poloxamer 182
Cleansing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Silica
Abrasive
0-1 / —
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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