University Medical AcneFree Clear Skin Treatments Acne & Blackhead Terminator Medicated Spot Treatment (2008 formulation)

Ingredient Concerns

Ingredient	Concerns	Score
TRICLOSAN	Ecotoxicology, Endocrine disruption, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Contamination concerns (CHLOROFORM, DIOXINS), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Persistence and bioaccumulation, Use restrictions	Data: Fair
BENZYL ALCOHOL	Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards, Use restrictions	Data: Fair
PROPRIETARY INGREDIENTS IPA	Miscellaneous	Data: Limited
METHYLPARABEN	Biochemical or cellular level changes, Endocrine disruption, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Use restrictions	Data: Limited
SALICYLIC ACID (Active Ingredient)	Enhanced skin absorption, Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Use restrictions	Data: Fair
BENZOYL PEROXIDE (Active Ingredient)	Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Ecotoxicology, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Use restrictions	Data: Fair
TETRASODIUM EDTA	Enhanced skin absorption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards	Data: Fair
SALIX ALBA (WHITE WILLOW) BARK EXTRACT SALIX ALBA BARK EXTRACT (WILLOW)	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)	Data: Limited
DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL	Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)	Data: Limited
DEHYDRO XANTHAN GUM	None Identified	Data: None
WATER	Innocuous	Data: Robust

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Label Information

Ingredients from packaging:

Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (1.5%) (Acne Treatment), Benzoyl Peroxide (1.0%) (Acne Treatment)Inactive Ingredients: Water, IPA, Dipropylene Glycol, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Salix Alba Bark Extract (Willow), Benzyl Alcohol, Triclosan, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylparaben

Directions from packaging:

DirectionsUse morning and evening or as necessary. Cleanse skin thoroughly before applying medication. Apply directly to affected area. Do not rinse. If excessive drying occurs, reduce application to once a day, then gradually increase to twice per day. Avoid contact with eyes. Rinse well.

Warnings from packaging:

WarningsFor external use only. When using other topical acne drugs at the same time or right after use this product may increase dryness, redness or irritation of the skin. Stop use and consult a doctor if skin irritation occurs. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. if contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Keep away from lips and mouth. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Other Information:Avoid product contact with hair and dyed fabrics, including carpets and clothing which may be bleached by this product. Avoid storage at extreme temperatures (below 40°F and above 100°F).

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