Formulation Audit · Clean & Clear · 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Maximum-Strength Bactericidal OTC Acne Spot Gel · $8 USD
Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel)
- Skin Suitability
- Oily, blemish-prone skin for targeted inflammatory acne spot treatment or 5-minute short-contact wash-off therapy (avoid full-face application on dry or sensitive skin)
- Chemical Equivalent
- La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo Dual Action Acne Treatment (~$36 — 5.5% micronized Benzoyl Peroxide + LHA) or Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Treatment (~$11 — 2.5% micronized Benzoyl Peroxide)
- Molecular Incompatibilities
- Same-routine Tretinoin, Retinol or L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C (10% Benzoyl Peroxide releases free oxygen radicals that oxidize tretinoin and ascorbic acid on contact) · Colored pillowcases, towels and clothing (Benzoyl Peroxide permanently bleaches fabric dyes)
Section V · Regimen Clash Check
Will Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel) Clash With Your Routine?
Add the rest of your routine after Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel) and run the check — it cross-examines retinoids, acids, vitamin C, spicules and occlusives, privately in your browser.
Empirical Buyer Synthesis
What Buyers Actually Report
[r/SkincareAddiction] [r/acne]: Minimalist 8-ingredient, fragrance-free 10% Benzoyl Peroxide hydrogel that rapidly oxidizes Cutibacterium acnes inside deep inflammatory papules without resistance—though clinical studies and dermatologists note that 2.5%–5% Benzoyl Peroxide achieves comparable bactericidal efficacy with significantly less stratum corneum peeling and erythema, making Persa-Gel 10 best suited for targeted spot or short-contact therapy.
Verbatim INCI Composition
Full Ingredient List
Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (10%). Inactive Ingredients: Water, Carbomer Homopolymer Type B, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-4, Citric Acid
Source: inkeedecoder.com. Check the pack — formulas change.
Section V · Compare
Compare Against Peer Formulations
Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel) beside the closest formulations in the index — same active family first, then the nearest related one — with a routine-conflict and washout summary.
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Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel)
Clean & Clear · $8 USD
Barrier / Peptide / Hydrator · this dossier
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Cicaplast Baume B5+ Soothing Therapeutic Cream
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Atobarrier 365 Cream
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Field Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel) worth it?
Beauty.net verdict: Hidden Gem. Creator hype 81/100 against buyer efficacy 84/100. [r/SkincareAddiction] [r/acne]: Minimalist 8-ingredient, fragrance-free 10% Benzoyl Peroxide hydrogel that rapidly oxidizes Cutibacterium acnes inside deep inflammatory papules without resistance—though clinical studies and dermatologists note that 2.5%–5% Benzoyl Peroxide achieves comparable bactericidal efficacy with significantly less stratum corneum peeling and erythema, making Persa-Gel 10 best suited for targeted spot or short-contact therapy. Best for: Oily, blemish-prone skin for targeted inflammatory acne spot treatment or 5-minute short-contact wash-off therapy (avoid full-face application on dry or sensitive skin).
What should I not mix with Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel)?
Same-routine Tretinoin, Retinol or L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C (10% Benzoyl Peroxide releases free oxygen radicals that oxidize tretinoin and ascorbic acid on contact) Colored pillowcases, towels and clothing (Benzoyl Peroxide permanently bleaches fabric dyes) Run your full routine through the Regimen Clash Check to catch other conflicts.
What is a cheaper dupe or chemical equivalent for Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength Acne Medication (10% Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide in Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free Carbomer/Laureth-4 Aqueous Gel)?
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo Dual Action Acne Treatment (~$36 — 5.5% micronized Benzoyl Peroxide + LHA) or Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Treatment (~$11 — 2.5% micronized Benzoyl Peroxide) Compare the INCI lists — a shared hero active matters more than the brand.