Comparison between Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash vs. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser

Neutrogena

Oil-Free Acne Wash

Cetaphil

Oily Skin Cleanser

- 19 components -

- 14 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 2

Water, Disodium EDTA

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%

Components only in Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser 12

Glycerin, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer and 7 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 85.7%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Salicylic Acid

Water

Glycerin

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Butylene Glycol

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate

PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

Benzalkonium Chloride

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

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Positive Effects

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

Effects unique for Oil-Free Acne Wash:

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

Effects unique for Oily Skin Cleanser:

Hair gloss, Hair protection

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

7 out of 19

37%

chemical

10 out of 19

53%

natural

2 out of 14

14%

chemical

11 out of 14

79%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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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

Dry skin

Positive: 3Negative: 1

Glycerin^#2Butylene Glycol^#4Panthenol^#11Sodium Laureth Sulfate^#8

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash vs. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser

Position 1

#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.

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#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.