PanOxyl Acne Gel Wash is a gentle, salicylic acid-based cleanser (typically 2%) that deep cleans pores, controls oil, and helps clear and prevent breakouts on the face and body, featuring ingredients like Zinc PCA, green tea, and soothing aloe/algae, contrasting with PanOxyl’s popular Benzoyl Peroxide (BP) foaming washes (4% or 10%) which kill acne bacteria. The gel wash focuses on exfoliation and oil control, while BP washes kill bacteria, making it a good choice for those needing a less drying, daily pore-clearing wash.