Neutrogena Hydrating Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes
Works for
CleansingHexylene glycol, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Hydrating Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, hexylene glycol, peg-4 laurate, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, sucrose cocoate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isononyl isononanoate~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateCetyl ethylhexanoate~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateIsostearyl palmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cyclopentasiloxane~1.7–2.5%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneHexylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSucrose cocoate~0.5–1.1%
Carbomer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPeg-4 laurate~0.35–0.8%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.75%
Benzoic acid~0.15–0.5%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.45%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Glycerin~0.1–0.4%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Polyaminopropyl biguanide~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it
More about Polyaminopropyl biguanideAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractIngredient list view
Water, Isononyl isononanoate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Isostearyl palmitate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hexylene glycol, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Sucrose cocoate, Carbomer, Peg-4 laurate, Sodium hydroxide, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract
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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.
| NeutrogenaHydrating Makeup Remover Cleansing TowelettesYOUR PRODUCT | AveenoUltra-Calming Sensitive Skin Makeup Removing Wipes Unspecified | Clean & ClearOil-Free Makeup Dissolving Facial Cleansing Wipes | Johnson & JohnsonJohnson's Fresh Hydration Micellar Cleansing Wipes 25s | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 47% | 35% |
| Price | $11.97 | — | $9.99−$1.98 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 7 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Contact allergy to polyhexamethylene biguanide (polyaminopropyl biguanide)pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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