BenzaShave® 5% and BenzaShave® 10% (benzoyl peroxide 5% and 10%) are topical shaving cream preparations for use in the treatment of pseudofolliculitis (p. barbae, ingrown hairs, razor bumps) and acne vulgaris associated with shaving. Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidizing agent which possesses antibacterial properties and is classified as a keratolytic agent. Benzoyl peroxide (C₁₄H₁₀0₄) is represented by the following chemical structure.

Ingredients

BenzaShave® 5%

Each gram of BenzaShave® (benzoyl peroxide 5%) contains: benzoyl peroxide 50 mg, purified water, edetate disodium, propylparaben, methylparaben, carbomer interpolymer A, sodium cocosulfate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, glycerin, stearic acid, myristic acid, dimethicone copolyol, mineral oil and coconut acid.

BenzaShave® 10%

Each gram of BenzaShave® (benzoyl peroxide 10%) contains: benzoyl peroxide 100 mg, purified water, edetate disodium, propylparaben, methylparaben, carbomer interpolymer A, sodium cocosulfate, sodium lauroamphoacetate, glycerin, stearic acid, myristic acid, dimethicone copolyol, mineral oil and coconut acid.

Last reviewed on RxList: 9/21/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.