PanOxyl : Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%) Aquagel

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Active ingredient:
Benzoyl peroxide (2.5%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Carbomer, di-isopropanolamine, propylene glycol, polyoxyethylene lauryl ether, sodium lauryl sulphate and purified water.

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March 24, 2011

Pros:

clears up acne
fast!
think it leaves ur skin much less oily
VERY cheap

Cons:

dry skin (not too bad)
little irritating to skin
little redness on face (not too bad)

i've only used it for 1 week but i can already see improvements!!! i tried alot of products but this seems to be the best SO FAR. TRY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CANT STRESS THIS ENOUGH! the side effects are minimal and well worth it
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February 7, 2011

Pros:

- cleared most of my acne

Cons:

- bleached my eyebrows
- did not clear chin
- very drying
- made my face very red after each use
- a little difficult to spread gently

I started the regimen with Panoxyl and it did a pretty good job I guess, but almost as soon as I switched to Dan's BP my face was nowhere near as dry, I have no redness at all and my chin is clearing up fast. The Panoxyl works alright, but it's not the best.
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February 6, 2011

Pros:

Fast
Effective
Cheap

Cons:

Over-drying, Peeling, Flaky, Stings and Burns -for the first couple of weeks of application until skin adjusts. (but honestly well worth it)

I had back and chest acne over a year ago so I tried this, I realised if I used a fair amount (meaning a lot everyday after showering) It instantly got rid of my body acne. But a few months ago I developed facial acne, baring in mind our faces are more sensitive that back and chest, So I started the regime last week I was my face with tea tree cleanser then dry my face, apply BP ( now I'm going to add more) once that has soaked in I apply Neutrogena Visibly Clear Oil Free Moisturiser, It hasnt been long but so far I'm seeing dramatic changes!!
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December 21, 2010

Pros:

works well when used according to dan's regimen; gel so it dries clear; no flaky/peeling residue; 2.5% BP formulation available; affordable (about $15 for a month's supply)

Cons:

takes longer to dry; feels sticky when you apply moisturizer; stronger smell than other products i've used; steep 'learning curve' when first starting - very dry, red, irritated.

this is a very good product overall. the cons are far outweighed by a trifecta of pros -- it dries clear, is the right percentage BP, and really works! just be sure to start extra slowly -- or get used to being an itchy tomato-face for a week.
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September 3, 2010

Pros:

- Gets rid of spots really quickly!
- Any new spots that appear will be much smaller and disappear much faster!
- Cheap!

Cons:

- Does dry skin

I have never suffered from bad acne before, however it seemed that no matter what I tried I ALWAYS had a few obvious spots! After reading many reviews I decided that benzoyl peroxide was worth trying out. The first thing that I can tell you from my experience is that the initial drying process was not as severe as I was expecting, and I never experienced any peeling or redness, although my skin did feel quite tight for the first week or so- moisturizing is essential! And the best bit.... my skin was far clearer by the end of the first week and the few spots that creep up now are much smaller than I was used to!! I would strongly recommend this product, I realise that many of you might experience worse side effects than me, however the results will make it all worth while!
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August 15, 2010

Pros:

Shows significant results after the first application,
Very cheap in comparison to other products,
Easily applicable (smooth consistency),
Suitable and acceptable sized tube.

Cons:

Other than the obvious redness and peeling if not enough moisturizer is applied and too much of the gel itself applied,
will bleach dyed fabrics, also eyebrows and hair.

Well the bottom line is, we're all here to clear up our acne, to do this you have to be strict with yourself. This includes your diet and the acne.org regimen. I would personally recommend eating healthy, fruit, veg, green tea, lots of water, absolutely NO confectionaries, dairy products are acceptable in small amounts, no spicy or peppery foods, and no drinks high in sugar. Sugar WILL make your acne worse, take it from me, you dont need dermatologists evidence to say it does, work it out for yourself, pig out on lots of sugary foods and eureka, massive breakout the next morning. Also dont get sloppy with the regimen or leave parts out, I did and suffered for it. Also it would be worth looking in to zinc supplements. Combined a good attitude towards food, this product will do great things.
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July 4, 2010

Pros:

IT WORKS
Fast
Effective
Cheap
Gel form

Cons:

Can leave skin dry and stings for the first couple of weeks of application until skin adjusts

Fantastic product. I wonder why I have not heard of Panoxyl before, because this is the ONLY thing that has worked for me. I guess they're a pretty silent brand. Take note: you may not have to use as much of this as you would if you were using Dan's BP gel. For me, a stripe the length of my index finger every 12 hours is enough for three weeks of every month. When my period arrives, I require a bit more because that's when I break out most. Like all BP products, it can leave skin a bit dry and flaky, especially at first. It's a good idea to ramp the dosage up slowly and then when you're completely clear, try reducing the dosage until you find the right amount for your skin. Everyone is different. I can't compare Panoxyl to any other BP product, since it's the only BP I've ever used. But I have no reason to switch, since it's working! It's pretty much saved my life. **I have put the price in monthly costs in POUNDS, not dollars. It's £3 a tube, and I need two tubes a month, just about.**
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May 23, 2010

Pros:

Only think that clears my acne

Cons:

Can leave skin flakey
Causes my skin to be ultra oily

I've been using this for around 5 years now and it has cleared my skin no doubt. Every year or so I try to wean myself off, only to break out something sinister!! I'm back on it again after a really nasty break out, and initially getting used to it is the worst part. I suggest starting out with a very small amount, nowhere near what Dan uses in his videos. And ALWAYS ALWAYS wait for it to fully dry before moisturising. That really is key to this being effective. I noticed that my skin was really oily on this, so now I only use it at night. I stopped using it altogether and my face was nowhere near as greasy, but then I broke out. So now I'm just using it once a day. It does work, you just have to figure out the dosage that works for you, and make sure you're using it right, with lots of moisturiser.
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May 9, 2010

Pros:

Dries up spots - fast.
Reveals a fresher complexion very quickly.

Cons:

A bit of tingling a few minutes after application.

I have very fair English skin and wasn't sure what to expect with this as most people have reported mild to severe irritation. Because I wanted to follow Dan's regimen, I bought a tube and I have used it for two days now. I can already see the difference - my skin just looks fresher somehow. I still have a few blemishes but there are whole swathes of healthier-looking skin to compensate for the "unwelcome visitors" - YAY! I even got a builders' wolf whistle yesterday (still didn't have the courage to look him in the eye though!). I don't know if it's because I'm moisturising immediately on top of the product (once it's settled in) but I have no redness or flaking and I would consider my skin to be very sensitive as there are a lot of products that I cannot use. So not having any side effects to this product is a mystery but I'm not complaining. Try it and see - you never know but go slow and build up. Good luck!
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January 7, 2010

Pros:

Really does cleap up skin!

Cons:

At first (and i stress only at first) skin becomes dry and flakey. But after a week, skin gets used to it and goes back to normal (soft and smooth).

Took up to 4-6 weeks to see complete improvement.

PLEASE BE PERSISTANT! Do not give up! The dryness does go away and spots do disappear if you give it time (about a month). I am 21 now but never had spots during puberty. Then when i became 18 i suddenly started getting big red sore spots (inflammatory acne) and it got worse as time went on. Ive tried many things, but this is the only thing that keeps my chin clear! Im on antibiotics aswell but i need panoxyl to keep me completely clear (espescially before my period). Plus doctor told me using benzoyl peroxide helps prevent resistance to antibiotics therefore using them together is a really good idea!