Clean & Clear Advantage Rapid Gel 15ml

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Stop looking in mirrors! I know this sounds stupid, but looking in the mirror trigger anxiety, an inevitable outcome of a scary pimple. This anxiety leads to stress and further hormone troubles and further acne. (also, you end up popping it)

Neutrogena and Clean & Clear are owned by Johnson & Johnson. As the largest health care company globally, J&J remains at the top of the pharmaceutical list as a health care empire. Synthetic additives are regulated as safe for cosmetics. Yet, everything we use on our skin is absorbed into the body, so it is essential to consider if you feel these ingredients are suitable for you and your skin type. The key feature of this spot treatment is its ability to visibly shrink red spots. I noticed a significant improvement in the size and appearance of the spots within a few days of consistent use. The formula contains ingredients that target inflammation and redness, helping to calm down the affected areas.

Since both the Clean and Clear Deep Action Exfoliating Facial Scrub and the Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne Wash Scrub contain the same scrubbing agent—Microcrystalline Cellulose—they are one and the same physical exfoliation-wise. What sets them apart, though, are their supporting formulas. Treating acne or acne-prone skin that is either dry, oily, or combination is complicated. With so many products on the market claiming to effectively treat and even prevent acne, finding the proper skincare routine is a delicate balance. Clean & Clear Advantage Rapid Gel may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not use this gel if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.

Clean and Clear uses Salicylic Acid (BHA) for their formula, whereas Neutrogena's instead contains Benzoyl Peroxide. While Salicylic Acid unclogs pores, Benzoyl Peroxide kills the acne-causing bacteria itself. Since your skin is out of protective oils, you are now more prone to infections, early ageing of the skin and Cancer! Just because you wanted to get rid of oil and didn’t want to use a handkerchief to clean your face, you approached clean and clear face wash. But instead of getting glowing skin, you actually got “Clean” skin. Note the difference between the two. While the company owns numerous subsidiary corporations and brings in billions of dollars annually, J&J is also known for multiple public recalls and lawsuits. In fact, J&J has faced hundreds of thousands of lawsuits over claims of defective products. The subsidiaries often knew about the concerns regarding certain products yet sold them anyway.

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Hi, I'm Gio. I'm a no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is skin coach and writer on a mission to help you achieve your best skin day ever - every day. I bust skincare myths and debunk marketing jargon to help you figure out what's worth the splurge and what's best left on the shelf - using science, not hype. I also offer skincare consultations to help you create the best skincare routine for your unique needs. Style your hair away from your face -Natural oils from your hair can add to the problem if it gets onto your face. A good way to avoid this is to tie your hair up away from your face. How about a braided plait, insert a hair doughnut or a relaxed low-side bun for a different look that also helps keep skin clean & clear!

In fact, they actually share 20 out of 22 ingredients, with the only ingredients they don't share having negligible effects on their formulas (unless you want to argue that a tiny amount of Grapefruit Extract—listed at the end of the ingredients list of Neutrogena's—makes a difference). In other words, for all intents and purposes they are the exact same products just in different bottles and with different branding. Your acne may be deemed as severe if you develop nodules (large, hard, painful lumps that build up beneath the surface of the skin) or cysts (large, pus-filled lumps that look similar to boils). At this stage, you should seek advice from your GP for expert treatment to avoid scarring, especially if it’s making you feel very unhappy. Neutrogena's Oil-Free Acne Wash is just about as typical as an acne cleanser comes. It features Salicylic Acid (a BHA) as the main acne-fighter, as well as a flurry of botanical extracts— Aloe, Anthemis Nobilis, and Matricaria—for a bit of a soothing effect, and a relatively gentle cleansing agent— Cocamidopropyl Betaine—to remove dirt and oils from the skin without being overly-drying.

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Witch Hazelalso contains tiny amounts of the essential oil and fragrance component eugenol, but the amount is so small that it's probably not significant for the skin. The fragrance is difficult to define as brands do not have to list what the fragrance is or what ingredients it is made from. Most of us see Sebum as the root cause of disgusting acne and try to get rid of it. Actually, it’s good for your skin. You are just focusing on the darker side of sebum (don’t call it dirt oil please), let us enlighten you on the positive vibes of sebum: Yes, Clean and Clear is good for acne as it clean pores and removes sebum and excessive oil. But at what cost?

Otherwise, keep scrolling to learn more, starting with the fact that Johnson & Johnson have much to do with these misdeeds. Alcohol is a very controversial ingredient. Critics say it’s terribly drying and irritating and it can make pimples worse. Fans say it helps active ingredients better penetrate your skin and its drying effects can be counteracted with a good moisturizer anyway.Drink plenty of water. A glass after every time you pee. (Persistence is key, avoid drinking a jar a day)