Comparison between Cetaphil Pro Acne Prone Foam Wash vs. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash

Cetaphil

Pro Acne Prone Foam Wash

Neutrogena

Oil-Free Acne Wash

- 17 components -

- 19 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 2

Water, Disodium EDTA

Components only in Cetaphil Pro Acne Prone Foam Wash 15

Zinc Coceth Sulfate, Glycerin, PEG-75, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate and 10 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 88.2%

Components only in Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash 17

Salicylic Acid, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate and 12 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 89.5%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Water

Salicylic Acid

Zinc Coceth Sulfate

Water

Glycerin

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

PEG-75

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Amyl Cinnamal

Sodium Chloride

Benzyl Benzoate

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

Citronellol

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Benzalkonium Chloride

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Positive Effects

Find out what good effects the product has

Both products provide the following effects: , Moisturizing, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing, Antiseptic, Hair structure improvement

Effects unique for Pro Acne Prone Foam Wash:

Antifungal, Hair gloss

Effects unique for Oil-Free Acne Wash:

Antioxidant, UV Protection, Acne fighting, Lightening, Lifting, Healing, Antistatic, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Deodorant, Regeneration, Hair conditioning, Hair growth stimulating

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ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are

Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

5 out of 17

29%

chemical

11 out of 17

65%

natural

7 out of 19

37%

chemical

10 out of 19

53%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#3

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 2

Benzyl Benzoate^#6Linalool^#12

Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Propylene Glycol^#12Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#15

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 2

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract^#13Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#15Salicylic Acid^#1Citric Acid^#17

Detailed view

Cetaphil Pro Acne Prone Foam Wash vs. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash

Position 1

#1Water

Origin: natural

Role: Solvent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#1Salicylic Acid (2%)

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative

Cleansing

Acne fighting

Soothing

Antiseptic

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.