Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Exfoliating Gel
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Lauryl glucosideCan be harsh
“Deep Clean Invigorating Exfoliating Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline celluloseNot delivered
“Deep Clean Invigorating Exfoliating Gel”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Exfoliating Gel 150ml is a gel that deep cleanses the pores and leaves the skin fresh and invigorated.Its refreshing minty gel formula, with natural micro-beads, gently exfoliates the skin and helps remove dead cells and traces of make-up that can clog pores.A wave of freshness floods the face for clean, invigorated skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Menthol, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium laureth sulfate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateMicrocrystalline cellulose~2.6–3.9%
Lauryl glucoside~2.1–3.2%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps protect the ingredients in the formulation against UV light
More about Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonateMenthol~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Synthetic wax~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Sodium hydroxide~0.4–1%
Citric acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 77007~0.05–0.25%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Lauryl glucoside, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Menthol, Synthetic wax, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Ci 77007, Ci 42090
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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 Invigorating Exfoliating GelYOUR PRODUCT | Peter Thomas RothIrish Moor Mud Cleansing Gel | BiodermaAtoderm Intensive Ultra-Soothing Foaming Gel | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | — | — | $15.17 | $7.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | 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 2 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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