Why Towels Keep Getting Those Stubborn Orange Stains

Why Your Towels Keep Getting Orange Stains
The most common culprit behind these weird marks is benzoyl peroxide, a popular acne-fighting ingredient. You’ll find it in products like PanOxyl, Clearasil, Neutrogena, and even some prescription creams.

While it’s excellent for clearing up skin, benzoyl peroxide is also a strong oxidizer—basically, it works like liquid bleach. When it touches fabric, it doesn’t “stain” in the usual sense. Instead, it removes the dye from the fibers.

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