The Best Benzoyl Peroxide Products for Fighting Acne
Pimples are no match for these derm-approved products.
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Dealing with acne—or even just a random pimple—will lead you straight to benzoyl peroxide's door. The FDA-approved skin care ingredient is a medicine cabinet staple at this point, and there's an option for every skin type and need. "Benzoyl peroxide is a chemical ingredient that has oxidizing and antiseptic properties," explains Dr. Joshua Zeichner, Associate Professor of Dermatology at NYC's Mount Sinai Hospital. "It helps lower levels of acne-causing bacteria in the skin and reduces inflammation. It also helps open up blocked pores." Whether you use it to spot treat, clarify, or reduce breakouts, keep scrolling to shop the best benzoyl peroxide products.
Blackheads and whiteheads alike can't hold a candle to this best-selling benzoyl peroxide spot treatment. Start using it three days out from a special occasion, and watch your acne disappear.
5% benzoyl peroxide is formulated right into this moisturizer, so you can start harnessing the longer-term antiseptic perk of the ingredient.
A 10% benzoyl peroxide concentration is on the higher end of the spectrum, so it makes sense that this is a wash-off product. Try incorporating this into your routine if you battle routine acne that seems to sprout up weekly or monthly.
A true multipurpose workhouse, this cleanser features the acne-clearing ingredient, as well as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides. The foamy texture is a treat to lather in, too.
Exceptionally angry acne will pack its bags when you introduce this 10% benzoyl peroxide spot gel. It promises to begin minimizing size and redness in two hours.
We like how easy it is to add this lotion to your regular skin care routine during breakouts. Since it's a treatment, you can keep using your favorite moisturizer and cleanser while still working in 2.5% benzoyl peroxide.
Layer on this acne-clearing formula all over if you have oily or congested skin that could use the 5% benzoyl peroxide and glycolic acid. Or, try it out as a spot treatment if your face is drier and sensitive.
Another no-nonsense cleanser, this maximum strength wash is made with 10% benzoyl peroxide to quickly get to work on skin. The right-under-$10 price tag is great for beginners—there's no reason not to try it.
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