Neutrogena Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Then, you'll feel its gentle, skin-soothing microbeads exfoliate without over drying to help stop blackheads before they start.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Polysorbate 60 + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Cleanses away dirt, oil, grime, impurities, and bacteria”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, potassium cetyl phosphate, steareth-21, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Our daily face scrub doesn't just fight blackheads, it helps eliminate them for clear, smooth skin.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Menthyl lactateMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidWater~45–55%
Cetyl alcohol~8.3–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCellulose~5.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CellulosePpg-15 stearyl ether~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Ppg-15 stearyl etherGlycerin~2.6–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPolysorbate 60~2–2.4%
Steareth-21~1.6–1.9%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateXanthan gum~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.6–0.9%
Menthyl lactate~0.5–0.75%
Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Agar~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Polysaccharide derived from seaweed. Used to create a thicker product consistency and might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AgarIron oxides~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesMica~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 73360~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Cetyl alcohol, Cellulose, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Steareth-21, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Disodium edta, Menthyl lactate, Sodium hydroxide, Agar, Iron oxides, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 73360
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NeutrogenaBlackhead Eliminating Daily ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Clean & ClearBlackhead Eraser Facial Scrub with Salicylic Acid | Up&UpDeep Cream Cleanser | ProactivSmoothing BHA Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 90% | 85% |
| Price | — | — | — | $21.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24, Face Wash, Fragrance-FreeBeauty Pie AcidEnzyme Exfoliating Face & Body Cleanser
Product summary
"Neutrogena - Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation and Anti-blemish
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.60% - 3.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 8.99$ up to 18.99$ in the United States and for 5.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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