benzoyl peroxide

noun

Definition of benzoyl peroxide

: a colorless to white crystalline compound C₁₄H₁₀O₄ that is used as a bleaching agent (as for whitening flour), as a catalyst for the synthesis of polymers (such as polystyrene), and medically as an antibacterial and keratolytic agent especially for the topical treatment of acne

Examples of benzoyl peroxide in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Their Acne Foaming Cream cleanser targets the root cause of acne and blackheads through benzoyl peroxide. — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 11 May 2022 Instead, use benzoyl peroxide at night and vitamin C in the morning, or use them on different days—they just shouldn’t be layered onto your skin at the same time. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, 28 Apr. 2022 Salicylic acid, coconut oil, vitamin E and benzoyl peroxide are among some of the others to avoid. — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 Apr. 2022 Also, beware of using benzoyl peroxide with other actives in your leave-on products like moisturizers or serums. — Nateisha Scott, Allure, 19 Mar. 2022 Unlike some acne treatments (including retinoids and benzoyl peroxide), azelaic acid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, 22 Mar. 2022 Drying toners, astringents, and cleansers will also dry out skin when used with retinol, and benzoyl peroxide will make the retinol less effective. — Rachel Nussbaum, Health.com, 9 Dec. 2021 The ingredients in topical acne treatments may include retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, or salicylic acid. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, 27 Dec. 2021 Even more, it is packed with ceramides, squalane, and benzoyl peroxide to refine pores and strengthen the skin barrier. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2022 See More

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17 May 2022

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“Benzoyl peroxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/benzoyl%20peroxide. Accessed 19 May. 2022.

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