What is Benzoyl Peroxide?
Clean & Clear Acne Treatment
Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl Peroxide is one of the most commonly used in acne treaments that can be purchased over-the-counter. It is safe for both children and adults, and can be combined with other topical treatments or oral treatments.
How does it work?
Benzoyl Peroxide
is absorbed in the skin where it is metabolized to benzoic acid and then
it is excreted as benzoatein the urine. It works by destroying P.acnes(the
bacteria athat causes acne). It acts not only as an oxidizing agent
but also as an antispetic. It reduces the number of blocked pores.
Improvements may be seen in 2-3 weeks.
Structrual Formula
for Benzoyl Peroxide
Saftey Data for Benzoyl Peroxide:
Apperance: white
powder or crystals
Melting point:
105 C(dec.)
Density 1.33
g cm-3
Stability: It is a strong oxidizer and highly flammable.
Toxicology: Possible tumor promoter and may act as a mutagen.
Page Prepared by:
Kim Dunlap
References:
http://www.acne.com
http://physchem.ox.ac.uk
http://chemfinder.com