Acne Gel Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid — Reddit Reviews
by PanOxyl
Updated September 23, 2026
2% salicylic acid cleanser for acne-prone, oily skin; irritation risk.
What the community says
A 2% salicylic acid gel wash people use as a spot-cleansing step for acne-prone skin. It gets used daily or a few times weekly, but overdoing it can leave skin tight, dry, and irritated.
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Real Reddit threads — 7 mentions across 5 threads
PanOxyl Acne Gel Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid on Reddit, in one place — 5 threads from r/SkincareAddiction and r/acne, summarized.
“Panoxyl acne wash - lather those pits and let it sit before rinsing - and Vanicream antiperspirant/deodorant.”
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“This routine came from a dermatologist.”
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“Every morning I wash my face with the PanOxyl 2% salicylic gel wash”
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“I just want my acne to clear in time like thats my MAIN goal.”
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“Ive been doing this routine since July 9 I think.”
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“panoxyl acne gel face wash”
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“your panoxyl use seems excessive and could definitely be irritating your skin.”
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“Lower percentages of BP have the same efficacy with lower irritation.”
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“I am currently using PanOxyl acne gel wash with salicylic acid”
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“I wash and moisturize my face 2x every day.”
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“I am currently using PanOxyl acne gel wash with salicylic acid, as well as salicylic toner, acne serum, and moisturizer”
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“I also use Panoxyl Acne Gel Wash twice a week.”
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“I've started to use Differin Daily Deep Cleanser with Benzoyl Peroxide 5 days a week”
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“Sometimes my face gets too dry and I look ashy and my face feels tight.”
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