Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser
Works for
CleansingCetyl alcohol, Polysorbate 60 + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Deep Clean Cream Cleanser”
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.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“Then the dermatologist-tested cleanser uses the power of beta hydroxy acid to remove dead surface skin that can dry and dull your complexion, improving the look and feel of your skin.”
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“First, the face wash goes deep down into pores to dissolve dirt, oil, and makeup.”
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: Menthol, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
I use it in the shower. It gives that nice cooling Salcylic Acid Feeling.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetyl alcohol~6–8.9%
- 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 alcoholPpg-15 stearyl ether~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Ppg-15 stearyl etherGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinSalicylic acid~0.85–1.25%
- 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 acidPolysorbate 60~1.4–2.1%
Steareth-21~1.1–1.6%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateXanthan gum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Menthol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Cetyl alcohol, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Glycerin, Salicylic acid, Polysorbate 60, Steareth-21, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Menthol, Parfum
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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.
| NeutrogenaDeep Clean Cream CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Clean & ClearBlackhead Eraser Facial Scrub with Salicylic Acid | Up&UpDeep Cream Cleanser | OlayRegenerist Collagen Peptide 24, Face Wash, Fragrance-Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 99% | 92% |
| Price | $7.97 | — | — | $9.40+$1.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
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- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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