Comparison between PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid vs. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Moisturizer

PanOxyl

Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid

Neutrogena

Oil-Free Acne Moisturizer

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Ingredients in both products 4

Glycerin, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Salicylic Acid

Components only in PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid 11

Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentylene Glycol and 6 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 73.3%

Components only in Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Moisturizer 18

Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetearyl Alcohol, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Methyl Gluceth-20 and 13 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 81.8%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Betaine

Salicylic Acid

Butylene Glycol

Water

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

Dicaprylyl Ether

Glycerin

Cetearyl Alcohol

Hydroxyacetophenone

Glycerin

Pentylene Glycol

Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate

Phenoxyethanol

Dimethicone

Potassium Sorbate

Methyl Gluceth-20

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss, Hair protection

Effects unique for Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid:

Lightening, Healing, Deodorant, Hair conditioning

Effects unique for Oil-Free Acne Moisturizer:

Protection

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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

6 out of 15

40%

chemical

8 out of 15

53%

natural

6 out of 22

27%

chemical

16 out of 22

73%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Betaine^#1Butylene Glycol^#2Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#3Glycerin^#4

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#15

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#3Salicylic Acid^#15

Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#5

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Salicylic Acid^#1

Detailed view

PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid vs. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Moisturizer

Position 1

#1Betaine

Origin: natural

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent

Moisturizing

Softening

Hair structure improvement

Hair gloss

Hair protection

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for dry skin

Betaine is used a lot in “organic” skincare products. It is a good moisturizer that not only hydrates the skin but also strengthens the cell membrane. This helps to lower the water loss over time. It also softens the skin and reduces irritation and redness. It’s often used at a 3-5% concentration depending on the product.

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#1Salicylic Acid (0.5%)

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.