Benzoyl Peroxide (Powder)
Powerful acne-active oxidiser used to reduce the look of breakouts and clogged pores. Best in carefully designed leave-on treatments with strong stability and safety handling.
DESCRIPTION
Benzoyl Peroxide is a high impact acne active used in blemish treatments to support clearer-looking skin.
It works well in targeted gels, lotions, and spot treatments where you want visible breakout control.
This material is an oxidiser and it can bleach fabrics, so we recommend building the finished product with clear usage directions and a comfort focused base.
It is not truly soluble in water or oils, so it is typically delivered as a fine dispersion in the right carrier system.
FEATURES
- Breakout control – supports reduction in the look of active blemishes and congestion.
- Strong performance – works even at moderate percentages when properly delivered.
- Targeted use – ideal for spot gels and acne treatment formats.
- Requires smart formulation – needs dispersion control, comfort support, and careful compatibility planning.
BEST FOR
- Spot treatments
- Acne gels
- Acne lotions
- Blemish targeted moisturisers
- Body acne treatments
FORMULATION GUIDELINES
| INCI | Benzoyl Peroxide |
|---|---|
| Type | Acne active (oxidising agent) |
| Form | Powder |
| Solubility | Not truly soluble in water or oils. Works best as a fine dispersion in a suitable carrier system. |
| Use Rate | 2.5–5% is commonly used for leave-on acne treatments. Higher strengths are possible in some product categories, but we recommend building for tolerance and checking your market rules. |
| pH Compatibility | We recommend finished product pH 4.5–6.5 for leave-on comfort and system stability. |
| Temperature Tolerance | We recommend cool processing. Avoid high heat and avoid long holding times, because heat increases degradation risk. |
| Compatibility Notes | Avoid reducing agents and highly reactive actives in the same formula. Avoid strong amines and reactive fragrance components that can destabilise the system. Use packaging that protects from heat and light and minimise air exposure. |
| Pro Tip | Aim for a very fine dispersion to reduce grit and improve performance consistency. Build comfort into the base with humectants and soothing helpers, because benzoyl peroxide can be drying. Include clear label direction about fabric bleaching and gradual introduction (start a few nights per week, then increase as tolerated). |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Stability Notes | Oxidiser. Sensitive to heat and incompatibilities. Always run stability testing and check colour, odour, and active uniformity over time. |
| Storage | Keep sealed, cool and dry, away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep away from ignition sources and incompatible raw materials. |
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