
Neutrogena Clear Pore Facial Cleanser/Mask
Benefits
Promise: Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Clear Pore Facial Cleanser/Mask
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-5 ethylhexanoate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, trideceth-9, 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
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peg-5 ethylhexanoate | HIGH | ||
sodium methyl cocoyl taurate | HIGH | ||
trideceth-9 | HIGH |
Promise: Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Clear Pore Facial Cleanser/Mask
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: benzoyl peroxide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
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benzoyl peroxide | HIGH | ||
kaolin | LOW | ||
bentonite | LOW |
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Promise | Can it deliver? |
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Cleansing | |
Anti-blemish |
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Potential irritants

Ingredient | Irritancy | Skin Benefit |
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benzoyl peroxide | ||
sodium methyl cocoyl taurate | ||
menthol |
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Ingredients & concentrations
- benzoyl peroxide
- kaolin
- titanium dioxide
- glycerin
- xanthan gum
- peg-5 ethylhexanoate
- sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
- trideceth-9
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Ingredient | Estimated concentration |
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3.5%
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A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating | |
40% - 60% | |
Plain old water | |
5.2% - 7.8% | |
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant | |
5.1% - 7.7% | |
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color | |
3.7% - 5.6% | |
Helps stabilize the product formulation | |
2.8% - 4.2% | |
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent | |
2.3% - 3.5% | |
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 | |
1.2% - 1.7% | |
1% - 1.5% | |
0.5% - 1.2% | |
0.35% - 0.8% | |
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products | |
0.15% - 0.65% | |
Used to create a thicker product consistency | |
0.05% - 0.3% | |
Stabilizes the product formulation | |
0.05% - 0.1% | |
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH | |
0.05% - 0.1% | |
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients | |
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