11. Benzoyl peroxide is effective for reducing the number and severity of acne lesions.12. The carcinogenic potential of benzoyl peroxide has been investigated. 13. An early method for production of benzoyl chloride involved chlorination of benzyl alcohol. 14. Benzoyl reacts with an excess of methylmagnesium Grignard to form a tertiary alcohol.15. Benzoyl esters and amides are common in organic chemistry.16. One example is the conversion of benzoyl chloride with sodium peroxide to dibenzoyl peroxide. 17. Concentrated benzoyl peroxide is potentially without external ignition. 18. If benzoyl peroxide comes into contact with clothing it is likely to bleach it. 19. An alternative synthesis involves hydrolysis of benzoyl cyanide. 20. But products containing benzoyl peroxide are the best bet in unplugging pores and killing bacteria.
