Benzoyl Peroxide
Moderate Risk
Potential Irritant
Benzoyl peroxide is an organic peroxide that kills acne-causing bacteria (Cutibacterium acnes) by releasing free radical oxygen within the pore. It is one of the most effective OTC acne treatments available but can cause significant dryness, irritation, and bleaching of fabrics and hair at higher concentrations.
Benefits
acne treatmentantibacterial
Potential Concerns
bleaches fabric and hairdryingirritating at high %potential oxidative stress
Skin Type Guide
Works well for
Oily
Use with caution
DrySensitive