Clear & Defend + Facial Wash

Clear & Defend + Facial Wash

1.0
14ingredients
CleanserNeutrogena

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganCruelty-freeSulfate-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This cleanser from Neutrogena lists 14 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known allergen in this formula
2 known irritants
  • Sodium lauryl sulfate · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
  • Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate · surfactantCan be irritating for sensitive skin or at high concentrations, similar to other strong anionic detergents.
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. Contains: SLS / SLES sulfates.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

  • People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone skin

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

BrighteningReduces large poresAcne fightingAnti-agingGood for oily skinScar healingSkin textureHydratingDark spotsBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
  • 2
    AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
  • 3
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 4
    PHAGently exfoliates and hydrates with less irritation.

Full Ingredient List

14

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sorbitol, glycolic acid, gluconolactone, sodium hydroxide, salicylic acid, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium chloride, potassium acrylates copolymer, disodium edta, citric acid, sodium bicarbonate

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9sodium lauryl sulfate

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Is Clear & Defend + Facial Wash fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Clear & Defend + Facial Wash's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Is Clear & Defend + Facial Wash paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Clear & Defend + Facial Wash's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.

Is Clear & Defend + Facial Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Clear & Defend + Facial Wash contains 1 flagged allergen and 2 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Clear & Defend + Facial Wash against your own profile.