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Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub

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Neutrogena

Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub

exfoliant · 124 ml · Skincare

Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones and MI / MCI, going by its full 27-ingredient list, with glycerin, salicylic acid and titanium dioxide. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance) and parabens (Methylparaben, Propylparaben).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Contains parabens
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Titanium dioxide

    A mineral UV filter.

Full ingredient list, decoded

27 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is a mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that lifts oil…
  3. 3Jojoba Esters
  4. 4GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  6. 6Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  7. 7Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  8. 8Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  9. 9Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
  10. 10Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  11. 11Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  12. 12Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  13. 13PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  14. 14FragranceAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  15. 15Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
  16. 16Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
  17. 17MethylparabenMethylparaben is a preservative that helps keep water-based products free from mold and…Parabens
  18. 18Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  19. 19Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  20. 20PropylparabenPropylparaben is a preservative used to help keep water-based products free from mold,…Parabens
  21. 21EthylparabenEthylparaben is a preservative from the paraben family. It is used in small amounts to…Parabens
  22. 22Agar
  23. 23Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  24. 24Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  25. 25Iron OxidesA group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  26. 26MicaMica is a group of shiny minerals that break into thin, flat plates. In cosmetics it…
  27. 27Red 30

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0070501050354, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (#14)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensContainsMethylparaben (#17), Propylparaben (#20), Ethylparaben (#21)
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub contains Fragrance (ingredient 14 of 27).

Does Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: yes (Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben).

What is Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Facial Scrub good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Titanium dioxide.

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