Bestkiss Dark Spot Cream Versus Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Face Treatment
Updated on September 10, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Bestkiss Dark Spot Cream 49 ingredients
Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Face Treatment 9 ingredients
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Bestkiss Dark Spot Cream 49 ingredients
Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Face Treatment 9 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Perfuming
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
Erythritol
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Bisabolol
Masking
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Extract
Masking
Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Secale Cereale Seed Extract
Abrasive
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningArbutin
Antioxidant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingCastanea Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Artemisia Capillaris Extract
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Glycerin, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, Erythritol, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Chlorphenesin, Bisabolol, Laureth-7, Cyclopentasiloxane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Parfum, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Extract, Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Secale Cereale Seed Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Yeast Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Castanea Sativa Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Methylparaben, Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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Bestkiss Dark Spot Cream 49 ingredients
Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Face Treatment 9 ingredients
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Bestkiss Dark Spot Cream 49 ingredients
Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM Face Treatment 9 ingredients
MICRONIZED benzoyl peroxide is a miracle worker!
This product was a dermatologist recommendation to me, and Iām so so so grateful because it has done wonders for my skin. Micro BPO is able to penetrate the skin deeper while also being more gentle than regular BPO. This is a leave on product with a creamy consistency, and since it is Neutrogena it is very affordable and accessible (which are both Show more
Texture: Gel cream texture.
Scent: No scent
Performance: Benzoyl peroxide, my staple ingredient to treat acne.
Pros: Effective for acne/blind pimple
Cons: None
WRP/WNRP: WRP
