OXY Sensitive Face Wash
Benzoyl Peroxide · Lotion · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Benzoyl peroxide 5%
Purpose
Purpose Acne treatment
Uses
Uses treats and helps prevent acne
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use if you have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using this product less frequently or in a lower concentration. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Do not use
Do not use if you have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When using this product
When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using this product less frequently or in a lower concentration.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep Out of Reach of Children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions wet face apply to hands then work into a lather and massage gently onto face rinse thoroughly and pat dry because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with 1 use daily, then gradually increase to 2 or 3 times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor. Sensitivity Test: Apply product sparingly to a small affected area for the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow directions above.
Other information
Other information THIS PRODUCT MAY BLEACH HAIR OR DYED FABRICS KEEP TIGHTLY CLOSED avoid storing at temperatures above 100°F (38°C)
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients water, cetostearyl alcohol, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, capryl/capramidopropyl betaine, xanthan gum, butylene glycol, citric acid, diazolidinyl urea, hydrolyzed soy protein, methylparaben, PEG-8 dimethicone, portulaca oleracea extract, propylparaben, sodium citrate, sodium hydroxide, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate
Questions?
Questions? 1-877-636-2677 MON-FRI 9 AM-5 PM (EST)
Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Mentholatum Company (revised Dec 13, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzoyl Peroxide in 1 product
OXY Sensitive Face Wash NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10742-1313 | Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL Lotion | The Mentholatum Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is OXY Sensitive Face Wash used for?
Uses treats and helps prevent acne
Who makes OXY Sensitive Face Wash?
OXY Sensitive Face Wash is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including The Mentholatum Company.