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Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser (2016 formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser (2016 formulation) product label collected on July 03, 2016 for safety according to the methodology outlined in our Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. We assess the ingredients listed on the labels of personal care products based on data in toxicity and regulatory databases, government and health agency assessments and the open scientific literature. EWG's rating for Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser (2016 formulation) is 5.
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Data last updated: July 2016
Ingredient Concerns
Cancer 
Cancer: Ingredients linked to cancer in government, industry or academic studies or assessments.
Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
Developmental and reproductive toxicity: Ingredients linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, a broad class of health effects that range from infertility and reproductive organ cancers to birth defects and developmental delays in children.
Allergies & Immunotoxicity
Allergies and immunotoxicity: Ingredients linked to harm to the immune system, a class of health problems that manifest as allergic reactions or an impaired capacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body.
Use Restrictions
Use restrictions: Ingredients restricted or prohibited for use in cosmetics, according to industry safety guidelines, government requirements or guidance from the U.S., EU, Japan or Canada.
Other Ingredient Concerns
HIGH
- Contamination concerns
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Miscellaneous
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Endocrine disruption
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
- Neurotoxicity
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
|---|---|---|---|
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Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (high) |
|
 |
None
|
• Use restrictions (high) |
|
 |
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
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None
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
 |
Good
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
 |
Good
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
|
Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
None
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (high) |
|
 |
Limited
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
ANTHEMIS NOBILIS (CHAMOMILE) FLOWER EXTRACT
Appeared as: ANTHEMIS NOBILIS (ROMAN CHAMOMILE) FLOWER EXTRACT |
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
Limited
|
CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT
Appeared as: CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT (MATRICARIA) |
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
 |
Robust
|
|
|
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Limited
|
• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
• Cancer (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
|
|
|
None
|
|
|
|
None
|
|
|
|
Fair
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
|
Limited
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
|
|
None
|
|
|
|
None
|
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Product's Animal Testing Policies
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PETA: Companies That Do Test on Animals
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Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid 2% (Acne Treatment), Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, PPG 5 Ceteth 20, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Matricaria), Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) Extract, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine, C12 15 Alkyl Lactate, Sodium Lactate, Menthyl Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzotriazole Butylphenol Sulfonate, Betaine (Sugar Beet), Dehydroxanthan Gum, Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, DMDM Hydantoin, Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Fragrance
Directions from packaging:
Cleanse twice a day. Wet face. Apply to hands, add water and work into a lather. Massage face gently. Rinse thoroughly.
Warnings from packaging:
For external use only. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are using other topical acne medications at the same time or immediately following use of this product. This may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. If this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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