Why Your Towels Get Orange Marks
Those unexpected orange spots on your dark towels? The main culprit is benzoyl peroxide, a common acne-fighting ingredient found in products like PanOxyl, Clearasil, Neutrogena, and certain prescription creams.
While excellent for clearing breakouts, benzoyl peroxide is a strong oxidizer—essentially a liquid bleach. When it touches fabric, it doesn’t leave a typical stain; it strips the dye from the fibers.
