Neutrogena Extra Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Pads
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CleansingCeteareth-20, Cetearyl alcohol + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Extra Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Pads”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ceteareth-12, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, glyceryl stearate) 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: coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cyclopentasiloxane~6.2–9.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneC11-13 isoparaffin~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl isononanoate~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateCeteareth-20~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCetearyl alcohol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Glyceryl stearate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCoco-glucoside~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCitric acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Ceteareth-12~0.35–0.75%
Cetyl palmitate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitatePanthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl oleate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateAscorbyl glucoside~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideMagnesium aspartate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateZinc gluconate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateCopper gluconate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateIngredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, C11-13 isoparaffin, Glycerin, Cetearyl isononanoate, Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium benzoate, Glyceryl stearate, Coco-glucoside, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl palmitate, Panthenol, Parfum, Glyceryl oleate, Ascorbyl glucoside, Magnesium aspartate, Zinc gluconate, Copper gluconate
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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.
| NeutrogenaExtra Gentle Eye Makeup Remover PadsYOUR PRODUCT | SuperdrugEssential Cleansing Bio Face Wipes Sensitive Skin | SimpleKind to Skin Eye Make-Up Remover Pads 30 pads | Lancer SkincareMakeup Removing Wipes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 33% |
| Price | — | $1.34 | $15.87 | $42.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Gluconate | Pantolactone | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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