Neutrogena Oil-Free Facial Cleansing Wipes - Pink Grapefruit

Neutrogena Oil-Free Facial Cleansing Wipes - Pink Grapefruit

Review

Does Neutrogena Oil-Free Facial Cleansing Wipes - Pink Grapefruit work?

Neutrogena Oil-Free Facial Cleansing Wipes - Pink Grapefruit is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
6
4
2
1.9
1.5
1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
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Alcohol Denat.
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Butylene Glycol
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Salicylic Acid
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PPG-5-Ceteth-20
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C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
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Fragrance
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Sodium Citrate
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Dipropylene Glycol
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
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PEG/PPG-20/6 Dimethicone
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Cetyl Lactate
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Benzalkonium Chloride
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Boswellia Serrata Gum
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Menthol
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Disodium EDTA
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Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
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Propylene Glycol
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %80
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Butylene Glycol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Salicylic Acid
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
Est. %1.9
Function
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PPG-5-Ceteth-20A synthetic emulsifier that can also contribute to the smooth feel of a product.
C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
Est. %1.5
Function
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C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
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FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride PhosphateOften derived from coconut oil, this ingredient has cleansing abilities while remaining gentle on the skin and feeling soft yet substantial.
PEG/PPG-20/6 Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-20/6 Dimethicone
Cetyl Lactate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl Lactate
Benzalkonium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzalkonium ChlorideA cationic surfactant with broad spectrum protection against microbes.
Boswellia Serrata Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Boswellia Serrata Gum
Menthol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MentholA volatile compound isolated from peppermint oil. It causes a cooling sensation on the skin that can be very soothing. Menthol can also act as a topical painkiller. In more sensitive individuals, however, it may cause skin irritation or an allergy.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
Propylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract

Citrus grandis fruit extract is the same extract as Citrus grandis (grapefruit) peel extract, which is actually an extract from pomelo peel. It has antioxidant properties and gives the skincare product a fresh, citrusy scent. Read more about it here: Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract.