PanOxyl skincare
PanOxyl is an American skincare brand founded in 1972 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2018.
PanOxyl is deeply appreciated for its versatile collection of serums, moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers that thoughtfully incorporate nourishing glycerin. Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, providing gentle daily care. For specific needs, the brand offers standout options including 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 use, its key ingredients like glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function.
GlycerinThis 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?
PanOxyl is good for oily skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention clear results and lightweight feels, though the brand may occasionally cause dryness or irritation.
Is PanOxyl worth it?
PanOxyl may be worth it for shoppers looking for effective blemish clearance and good value for money, though it often leaves skin feeling dry and can bleach fabrics. Lovi rates the PanOxyl-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types.
What are PanOxyl's best products?
PanOxyl fits dry skin best with its brand-focused routine, which Lovi rates Superior for that skin type. The brand's top products for moisture are PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer and AM Oil Control Moisturizer, which both rate High for dry skin.
Which PanOxyl moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer is the best choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for this skin type. Glycerin helps keep the skin soft and moisturized.
Does PanOxyl cause breakouts?
PanOxyl helps clear breakouts, which is its most frequently mentioned benefit by reviewers. However, reviewers also note that dryness and irritation may occur when using the products.
Is PanOxyl fragrance-free?
Yes, every product from the PanOxyl products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers often mention that the formulations are gentle and lightweight.
What are the key ingredients in PanOxyl products?
Glycerin is found across the PanOxyl products on this page as a key ingredient. Glycerin helps keep skin hydrated and smooth.
How do I build a PanOxyl skincare routine?
To build a PanOxyl routine for dry skin in the morning, apply a cleanser, a hydrating toner, the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, a serum or treatment, and the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into that evening routine.
Where can I buy PanOxyl, and how much does it cost?
PanOxyl can be bought in the United Kingdom, where prices on the page range from #16.50 to #16.50. Most items cost between #16.50 and #16.50.
What are good alternatives to PanOxyl?
Good alternatives to PanOxyl include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar skincare brands also have pages on Lovi.
PanOxyl vs CeraVe: which is better?
PanOxyl and CeraVe both perform very well, but PanOxyl rates slightly higher for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin with its routines. Reviewers frequently note that PanOxyl helps clear acne quickly, though it may cause dryness and irritation.
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 is a good choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer also rates High for dry skin to help keep it soft and smooth.
Which PanOxyl cleanser is best for oily skin?
The PanOxyl cleanser best for oily skin is Acne Creamy Wash, which Lovi rates Average for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that PanOxyl cleansers help clear acne while feeling gentle and lightweight.
Is PanOxyl good for sensitive skin?
Yes, PanOxyl is good for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. The PanOxyl products on this page are fragrance-free, which helps keep formulations gentle.
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, and the PanOxyl products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is PanOxyl good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, PanOxyl is good for acne-prone skin because several products like Acne Foaming Wash and PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer help clear breakouts effectively. Lovi rates the PanOxyl-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is PanOxyl good for skin with dark spots?
PanOxyl is a mixed choice for skin with dark spots because the brand fit levels vary across its products. Lovi rates the AM Oil Control Moisturizer and PM Overnight Spot Patches Average for skin with dark spots, while the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer rates High.
Is PanOxyl good for mature skin?
Yes, PanOxyl is good for mature skin because Lovi rates the AM Oil Control Moisturizer and the PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer High for mature skin. Glycerin helps keep skin soft and smooth. Reviewers often mention that the formulations are gentle and lightweight.
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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PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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