![]() This is annoying for consumers since you can’t be sure of which product you’re getting, but it’s a pretty common thing to find with products from brands as big as Neutrogena since they tailor their ingredients list to the regulations and preferences of different countries: European skincare formulation regulations ban or restrict a lot of ingredients and concentrations commonly used in the US for example. The catch is that although there are two products, there’s actually a couple of different ingredient lists, only one for the Oil-free acne wash, but at least more than 2 for the visibly clear pink grapefruit one. They also look the same, and from my understanding, the first one is marketed towards US demographics while the second one towards Europe and Middle Eastern ones. These products differ a bit in their formulation, but they are both marketed as anti-acne face cleansers and lists 2% of Salicylic Acid as their only active ingredient. In terms of names there is the 1] Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Facial Cleanser (Named as the Pink Grapefruit Acne Face Wash & Cleanser with Vitamin C & Salicylic Acid on their website), and there’s the 2] Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Facial Wash. Neutrogena is available in more than 70 countries and different demographics necessitate different marketing strategies. It zapped a couple of small whiteheads on my chest that had been there for a while after three applications day and night.There are 3 versions of this product. There was an unexpected pleasant perk of using this moisturizer on my décolletage. I noticed that the areas where I get the oiliest (cheeks and t-zone) didn't turn into complete oil slicks. I applied makeup for a Zoom call and skipped my primer to see how this alone would fare. The moisturizer also helped control the oil on my skin. Surprisingly, the moisturizer left no white residue on my brown skin (with no flashback in photos) and layered on top of my vitamin C serum with ease: no pilling involved. The Results: Solid, especially in one key area This makes it easier to shed skin cells." Salicylic acid is most commonly extracted from willow bark, but Neutrogena's formula uses 0.5% salicylic acid naturally derived grapefruit extract. In a previous story for Byrdie, Ellen Marmur, MD, of Marmur Medical and MMSkincare explains that the beta-hydroxy acid is a go-to ingredient in skincare because "It works by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the substance that causes the skin cells to stick together. The powerhouse ingredient in this Neutrogena moisturizer is salicylic acid. These Water-Based Moisturizers Are Like a Glass of Water for Your Skin The Ingredients: A breakout busting staple Keep scrolling to read more about my experience with this legacy skincare brand. ![]() Since I grew up using Neutrogena, their Oil-Free Acne Facial Moisturizer intrigued me because I often use salicylic acid spot treatments with good results. Looking back at brands I've used before is often the first place I start when I have a skincare issue to solve. Like many people, I'm always on the lookout for the next best product to help combat the unwanted residents that pop up on my jawline once a month. These days, fragrance, parabens, and silicones are a big no-no for me, mainly because my skin is sensitive and breakout-prone. ![]() As an adult, I have leaned into more indie skincare brands that are more in line with my ethos and transparent about what they do and don't use in their formulations. I purchased every product she promoted and had great experiences with them. ![]() I remember seeing the commercials of Gabrielle Union splashing her brown skin in my teens. ![]() Keep reading for our full product review. We put Neutrogena's Oil-Free Acne Facial Moisturizer to the test after receiving a complimentary sample from the brand. ![]()
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