Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize versus Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion .
Published on May 31, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any 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
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion 23 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion 23 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion 23 ingredients
Salicylic Acid 0.5% • Water • Dicaprylyl Ether • Cetearyl Stearate • Alcohol • Glycerin • Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate • Dimethicone • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Ceteth-10 Phosphate • Dicetyl Phosphate • Steareth-20 • Steareth-2 • Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • BHT • Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Salicylic Acid 2% • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Butylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Dimethicone Peg-8 Beeswax • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Capryloyl Glycine • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides • Acrylates Copolymer • Sarcosine • Sodium Hydroxide • Propylene Glycol • Parfum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract • Bisabolol • Allantoin • Cedrus Atlantica Bark Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Citric Acid
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AcidNeutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 ParfumNeutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 17.
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 HydroxideNeutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion 23 ingredients
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Moisturize 23 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Oil-Free Face Lotion 23 ingredients
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