Name: PanOxyl Acne Wash 4% Benzoyl Peroxide Cream
Brand: PanOxyl
SKU: 420104

PanOxyl Acne Wash 4% Benzoyl Peroxide Cream

Crown Laboratories, Inc.

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

6

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Benzoyl Peroxide

Irritant and sensitizer (benzoyl peroxide), potential allergic reactions to enzymes, oxidation instability with benzoyl peroxide

T-Butyl Alcohol

Flammable, irritant to skin and eyes, central nervous system depressant upon ingestion, inhalation of vapors may cause respiratory irritation and dizziness

Palmitic Acid

High intake associated with elevated LDL cholesterol, potential cardiovascular risk with excessive consumption

PEG-40 Sorbitan Stearate

Potential skin irritation and sensitization, possible contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, ultra-processed chemical

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Not approved for food use/Not GRAS, ultra-processed synthetic polymer, potential residual acrylic acid monomer or impurities, limited human oral exposure data

Xanthan Gum

Minor gastrointestinal intolerance in high amounts, possible allergen for sensitive individuals

Silica

Prevents clumping and improves texture in powdered products

Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate

Mild surfactant, plant-derived, non-irritating

Sorbitan Stearate

Emulsifier that improves texture and stability of products, aids in mixing oil and water phases

Sodium Chloride

Increases viscosity, improves product stability, non-toxic, widely available and biodegradable

Sodium citrate

Water softener, chelating agent, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Sorbitol

Low-calorie sweetener, tooth-friendly, humectant properties

Stearic Acid

Emulsifying agent, texture stabilizer, surfactant, energy source in diet

Carbomer

Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations

Dimethicone

Reduces foam, provides skin conditioning, improves spreadability, chemically inert

Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

Effective wetting agent, good emulsification, mild surfactant with low irritation profile

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Oleic Acid

Supports cardiovascular health, improves lipid profiles, provides energy

Propanediol

Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Sodium Hydroxide

Effective pH control and acidity regulation in food processing, aids in peeling and curing processes

Decyl Glucoside

Mild to skin, biodegradable, plant-derived, effective cleanser, good foaming and emulsifying agent

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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