What is PanOxyl?
It’s an antibacterial wash that can be used to treat folliculitis.
Folliculitis is a skin infection where your hair follicles become swollen, inflamed, and sometimes fill with pus. It’s usually caused by a bacterial infection, but can be caused by fungal infections, too.
Folliculitis will often clear up on its own. But if folliculitis is bothering you, and isn’t resolving on its own, PanOxyl could be an option for you.
How does PanOxyl work?
PanOxyl is an antiseptic soap, which means it kills off the bacteria on the surface of your skin – including the bacteria responsible for folliculitis.[1] It kills bacteria by releasing oxygen radicals, which interferes with the cell membranes of bacteria and causes them to die off.[2]
It can also help to reduce dead skin and sebum on your skin, which could clog your pores and contribute to more severe folliculitis.
How do PanOxyl doses work?
PanOxyl comes in two doses: 4% and 10%. We only offer the 4% wash currently.
PanOxyl can cause some tingling or burning when you apply it – and this can be more severe with the 10% dose. But if the 4% dose doesn’t manage your folliculitis well enough, the 10% wash may be an alternative option.
What is PanOxyl’s active ingredient?
PanOxyl’s active ingredient is benzoyl peroxide, which is an antiseptic that’s usually used to treat acne. It reduces the amount of germs on your skin, and clears dead skin cells and sebum (skin oil). This also reduces the bacteria and dead skin that gets into your hair follicles, which should help treat folliculitis.
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