Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Activated Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin Versus Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Activated Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser 13 ingredients
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Activated Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser 13 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingLauric Acid
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
PEG-32
HumectantCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-75
HumectantSodium Chloride
Masking
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-7
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Capric Acid
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Iron Oxides
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Palmitic Acid, PEG-32, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-75, Sodium Chloride, PEG-150 Distearate, Polyquaternium-7, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Propylene Glycol, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Capric Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Iron Oxides
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 WaterParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Activated Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser 13 ingredients
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Activated Cream-to-Foam Cleanser for Acne-Prone Skin 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser 13 ingredients
Love!
Used this on and off for a year or so, and never had any issues with it!
May be good for someone but not for me. The cream cleanser is thick and spreads really nicely and it does have a tingly sensation afterwards that feels like clean and fresh. My skin overall is dry, however my face is oilier and more along the lines of normal to combination sensitive skin, like very sensitive. This product does contain Salicylic Acid but with no percentage listed. The tingly Show more
