Works for
Anti-blemishBenzoyl peroxideWorks well
“Proactiv Renewing Cleanser helps remove dead skin cells with tiny exfoliating beads and quickly penetrates deep into pores to kill acne-causing bacteria with super micronized benzoyl peroxide.”
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.
CleansingPeg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Renewing Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, trisodium sulfosuccinate, 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Proactiv Renewing Cleanser helps remove dead skin cells with tiny exfoliating beads and quickly penetrates deep into pores to kill acne-causing bacteria with super micronized benzoyl peroxide.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Benzoyl peroxide, Imidazolidinyl urea + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Benzoyl peroxide2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
More about Benzoyl peroxideWater~45–55%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~7.7–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateGlyceryl stearate~4.2–5.2%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSorbitol~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolDimethyl isosorbide~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideDisodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate~1.6–2%
Tridecyl stearate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl stearateNeopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paraffin~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinCetyl esters~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractTridecyl trimellitate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateTrisodium sulfosuccinate~0.55–0.85%
Peg-12 dimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeSodium sulfate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePropylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSodium pca~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolImidazolidinyl urea~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaMethylparaben~0.1–0.25%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.25%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Benzoyl peroxide, Water, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Sorbitol, Dimethyl isosorbide, Disodium peg-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, Tridecyl stearate, Neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Paraffin, Cetyl esters, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Tridecyl trimellitate, Trisodium sulfosuccinate, Peg-12 dimethicone, Sodium sulfate, Sodium hyaluronate, Propylene glycol, Sodium pca, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Imidazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.
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.
| ProactivRenewing CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilGentle Clear Complexion-Clearing BPO Acne Cleanser | CeraVeAcne Foaming Cream Cleanser | PanOxylAcne Foaming Wash with 10% Benzoyl Peroxide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% | 47% |
| Price | $70.79 | $14.99−$55.80 | $13.62−$57.17 | $9.49−$61.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Niacinamide | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Replenix BP 5% Acne WashCurology Acne Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.