Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer versus Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize .
Published on April 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols ๐
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates ๐
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens ๐
Oil Free
This product is free of oils ๐
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs ๐
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens ๐
Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates ๐
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens ๐
Oil Free
This product is free of oils ๐
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs ๐
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens ๐
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan ๐ฅ
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free ๐ฅ
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Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Salicylic Acid โข Water โข Dicaprylyl Ether โข Glycerin โข Dimethicone โข Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate โข Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate โข Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate โข Methyl Gluceth-20 โข Dicetyl Phosphate โข Ceteth-10 Phosphate โข Cetearyl Alcohol โข Menthyl Lactate โข Steareth-20 โข Steareth-2 โข Parfum โข Xanthan Gum โข Lecithin โข Disodium EDTA โข Sodium Hydroxide โข Magnesium Aluminum Silicate โข BHA
Salicylic Acid 0.5% โข Water โข Dicaprylyl Ether โข Cetearyl Stearate โข Alcohol โข Glycerin โข Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate โข Dimethicone โข Methyl Gluceth-20 โข Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate โข Ceteth-10 Phosphate โข Dicetyl Phosphate โข Steareth-20 โข Steareth-2 โข Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate โข Sodium Benzoate โข Parfum โข Sodium Hydroxide โข Disodium EDTA โข Xanthan Gum โข Magnesium Aluminum Silicate โข BHT โข Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 1.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dicaprylyl Ether is created from caprylic acid. It is a texture-enhancer and emollient.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Ether is non-comedogenic. It helps soften and smooth the skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier helps trap moisture in, helping to hydrate the skin.
Dicaprylyl Ether gives a non-greasy feel and better spreadability to products.
Learn more about Dicaprylyl EtherClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping, keeping the skin hydrated.
It is the diester of neopentyl glycol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 7.
Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 15.
We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 10.
Methyl Gluceth-20 is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin.
It is created by combining polyethylene glycol with glucose.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Dicetyl Phosphate.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Ceteth-10 Phosphate.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 11.
Steareth-20 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from stearyl alcohol.
It possesses surfactant properties. This means it reduces surface tension and helps oils, dirt, and pollutants to be washed away.
The 20 stands for the number of ethylene oxide used to create this ingredient.
Learn more about Steareth-20Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 13.
Steareth-2 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from polyethylene glycol and stearyl alcohol.
The 2 stands for the number of ethylene oxide units used to create this ingredient.
Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 14.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 20.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 18.
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is a type of silica. It comes from naturally occuring minerals such as silicate ores and clay.
Magnesium aluminum silicate is used for enhancing texture and as an absorbent. Due to its large molecular size, it is unable to be absorbed into the skin.
Like other types of silica, this ingredient can be used to thicken a product. As an absorbent, it may be used to absorb extra water or help prevent clumping.
Learn more about Magnesium Aluminum SilicateClean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Clean & Clear Essentials Dual Action Facial Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
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