A topical dermatological/pharmaceutical composition is described that includes BPO wherein the composition is a wash composition with desirable tolerance, stability and foaming properties. The composition can include: a) benzoyl peroxide (BPO)； b) at least one mild surfactant selected from anionic and/or non-ionic surfactant classes； c) zinc gluconate； d) dipotassium glycyrrhizate； and e) at least one gelling agent. The composition is preferably in the form of an aqueous gel or an aqueous-alcoholic gel. Also described, is the use of such a composition for the treatment of dermatological disorders, and in particular in the treatment of acne.
