PanOxyl skincare
PanOxyl is an American skincare brand founded in 1972 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2018.
PanOxyl is cherished for its versatile collection of serums, moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers that thoughtfully incorporate nourishing glycerin. Its products suit oily acne-prone skin and oily skin best, thanks to formulations designed to balance excess sebum. The standout choices for particular concerns include the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer for acne-prone skin, the AM Oil Control Moisturizer for skin with dark spots, and the PM Overnight Spot Patches for mature skin. Through regular application, key ingredients like glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function.
This page covers some of the most popular PanOxyl products; for the whole PanOxyl range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 143.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise PanOxyl for clearing acne, providing lightweight hydration, and gentle effectiveness on sensitive skin. The most common complaints are dryness or irritation and bleaching fabrics or white cast.
Highlights
Acne clearance Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared up my cystic acne — Clarifying Exfoliant”
- “shrinks them exponentially overnight — Acne Foaming Wash”
- “Does great at calming breakouts — PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer”
Value for money Mostly Mentioned
- “very affordable... don't sleep on this — Acne Foaming Wash”
- “better than Paula's Choice — Clarifying Exfoliant”
- “More quantity for the price than other brands — PM Overnight Spot Patches”
Gentle and lightweight formulations Often Mentioned
- “Spreads evenly and easily — PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer”
- “gentle on sensitive and dry skin — Acne Creamy Wash”
- “doesn't burn like others — Clarifying Exfoliant”
Fast results Sometimes Noted
- “clears my skin in a matter of 7 days — Acne Foaming Wash”
- “saw results after the first night — Acne Creamy Wash”
Dryness and irritation Mostly Mentioned
- “woke up to my face puffy and irritated — Acne Foaming Wash”
- “leaves skin a bit dry — Acne Creamy Wash”
- “skin felt tight — Clarifying Exfoliant”
Bleaches fabrics Often Mentioned
- “can bleach fabrics if comes in contact — Acne Foaming Wash”
- “bleaches towels and clothes — Acne Creamy Wash”
Unpleasant smell Often Mentioned
- “Smell is atrocious — PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer”
- “has a weird scent — Acne Creamy Wash”
- “Strong medical scent — AM Oil Control Moisturizer”
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Questions and answers
Is PanOxyl good for oily skin?
Yes, PanOxyl is good for oily skin because Lovi rates the PanOxyl-focused routine High for oily skin and several products on the page suit oily skin well. Reviewers often mention clear acne and lightweight formulas, though dryness may happen.
Is PanOxyl worth it?
PanOxyl helps clear acne and offers good value for money, though shoppers frequently mention dryness, irritation, and fabric bleaching. Lovi rates the PanOxyl-focused routine High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.
What are PanOxyl's best products?
PanOxyl's best products are the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer and AM Oil Control Moisturizer, which Lovi rates High for most skin types. Reviewers frequently mention that these items offer great value for money and help clear breakouts fast.
Which PanOxyl moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The PanOxyl moisturizer for dry skin is the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer. Lovi rates this moisturizer High for dry skin.
Does PanOxyl cause breakouts?
PanOxyl helps clear breakouts and is mostly known for giving fast results with acne. Reviewers mention that it can sometimes cause dryness and irritation as well. Lovi rates PanOxyl High for acne-prone skin.
Is PanOxyl fragrance-free?
Yes, the PanOxyl products on this page do not list any fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers often mention that the formulas are gentle and lightweight, though some users note an unpleasant smell.
What are the key ingredients in PanOxyl products?
Glycerin is a key ingredient found across the PanOxyl products on this page. It helps keep skin soft and hydrated by drawing moisture in.
How do I build a PanOxyl skincare routine?
To build a PanOxyl routine for dry skin, start your morning by washing with Acne Creamy Wash, follow with PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer, and finish with a sunscreen. In the evening, cleanse with Acne Creamy Wash, apply Clarifying Exfoliant, and use PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer. Once a week, you add Clarifying Exfoliant and PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer to your cleansing steps to keep skin smooth.
Where can I buy PanOxyl, and how much does it cost?
PanOxyl can be bought at stores in the United Arab Emirates. Prices range from AED 41.99 to AED 62.98, with most items falling between AED 43.00 and AED 62.98.
What are good alternatives to PanOxyl?
Good alternatives to PanOxyl include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates CeraVe as a Superior fit for oily skin, combination skin, sensitive skin, and acne-prone skin, and a High fit for dry skin.
PanOxyl vs CeraVe: which is better?
CeraVe rates Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, while Lovi rates PanOxyl-focused routines High for those skin types. Reviewers mostly mention dryness and irritation as a drawback for PanOxyl.
Who owns PanOxyl, and where is it from?
PanOxyl is an American brand founded in 1972, owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2018.
Is PanOxyl cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list PanOxyl as cruelty-free.
Is PanOxyl good for dry skin?
PanOxyl can be used for dry skin, though Lovi rates the routine High and individual products like Clarifying Exfoliant Low for dry skin. Reviewers often mention dryness and irritation as a drawback, so dry skin types may need to use these products with caution.
Which PanOxyl cleanser is best for oily skin?
Acne Creamy Wash is the best PanOxyl cleanser on this page for oily skin, rating Average.
Is PanOxyl good for sensitive skin?
Lovi rates PanOxyl High for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention its gentle and lightweight formulations, though dryness and irritation are also mostly reported.
Which PanOxyl sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The AM Oil Control Moisturizer is the best PanOxyl sunscreen for sensitive skin. Lovi rates this sunscreen High for sensitive skin.
Is PanOxyl good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, PanOxyl fits acne-prone skin well and is designed for oily, blemish-prone skin types. Lovi rates the PanOxyl-focused routine High for acne-prone skin, and reviewers frequently mention clear results.
Is PanOxyl good for skin with dark spots?
PanOxyl is generally average for skin with dark spots, though Lovi rates the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer High for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention clear acne as a primary benefit, while dryness and irritation are also commonly reported.
Is PanOxyl good for mature skin?
PanOxyl works well for mature skin with select products. Lovi rates the AM Oil Control Moisturizer and PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer High for mature skin, while cleansers like the Acne Foaming Wash may cause dryness and irritation.
Research behind PanOxyl's key ingredients
Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging in vivo
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Another Reason for Using Caffeine in Dermocosmetics: Sunscreen Adjuvant
Anatomical site differences of sodium lauryl sulfate-induced irritation: randomized controlled trial
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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