Comparison between Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash vs. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel

Neutrogena

Oil-Free Acne Wash

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel

- 19 components -

- 24 components -

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Ingredients in both products 8

Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance and 3 more. Show.

Components only in Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash 11

Salicylic Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, Benzalkonium Chloride and 6 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 57.9%

Components only in Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel 16

Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate and 11 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 66.7%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Salicylic Acid

Water

Glycerin

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Benzalkonium Chloride

Ethylhexylglycerin

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing, Lightening, Lifting, Antistatic, Nutrifying, Antiseptic, Deodorant, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Oil-Free Acne Wash:

UV Protection, Acne fighting, Healing, Rejuvenation, Regeneration

Effects unique for Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel:

Anti-aging, Elasticity improvement, Hair gloss

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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

6 out of 24

25%

chemical

16 out of 24

67%

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: 2Negative: 1

Glycerin^#2Propylene Glycol^#17Sodium Lauryl Sulfate^#13

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Citric Acid^#19

Detailed view

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash vs. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel

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.