What is medicated body or face wash?

Medicated body or face wash is a type of wash product that uses a wash application method to apply a medicine to the face or body. Medicated body or face wash is an effective way to apply medicine to the body or face when treating certain diseases or conditions of the skin, face or facial skin. Common conditions for which medicated body or face wash is typically prescribed include acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and warts. Common medications that are included in medicated body or face wash include antibacterial medication, anthralin, antifungal agents, benzoyl peroxide, coal tar, corticosteroids, retinoids, and salicylic acid (WebMD).