Science: Neutrogena Exfoliators Reviews by NvWah_Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Foaming Scrub, Pink Grapefruit

This product contains 2% of salicylic acid (BHA). it is a multifunctional ingredient that addresses many of the systemic causes of blemishes. BHA is an anti-irritant and an anti-inflammatory and has antimicrobial properties. BHA has the ability to penetrate into the pore and thus not only exfoliates the surface cells but also inside the pore, which makes it effective for reducing blemishes, including blackheads and whiteheads. The 2% is the highest concentration without inducing skin irritation.

But grapefruit oil are irritating to skin. Topical application has been reported to cause contact dermatitis or a phototoxic reaction when skin is exposed to sunlight.

Safety alert: Elevated
review based on scientific information of the product ingredients.

1st ingredient		is water.
2nd ingredient		glycerin transports water from the environment and from the lower layers of skin (dermis) to surface skin (epidermis). It softens the skin. Glycerin is a substance naturally present in skin which helps maintain the epidermis and prevent dryness or scaling.
3rd ingredient		cocamidopropyl betaine is a medium strength surfactant which most often does not irritate skin.
4th ingredient		grounded polyethylene are gentle abrasive included in scrubs.

Alcohol	Fragrance	Preservative	Allergy	Price	Color Additive	Sun Protection	Suitable Skin Type

Yes	Yes	No	Mid-High	$7.99	Yes	No	Oily

Moisturizing		Glycerin
Acne control		Salicylic acid

Fragrance		Should be avoided by people who are allergic to fragrance.
Skin irritation		contains sodium hydroxide, a strongly irritating chemical. contains grapefruit oil which can be irritating to skin. Topical application has been reported to cause contact dermatitis or a phototoxic reaction when skin is exposed to sunlight.

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Exfoliators/Scrubs

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Foaming Scrub, Pink Grapefruit