PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant vs Differin Acne Clearing Body

PanOxyl

Differin

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

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

Acne treatment

15 ingredients

8 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

Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

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

Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid

No concerns found

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol

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Salicylic Acid (in both products)
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
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

Salicylic Acid (in both products)
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
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Polysorbate 20
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ammonia
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
0 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →