What are the key ingredients in Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash?

Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash contains 15 ingredients. Key actives include: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Gluconolactone, Mandelic Acid, and more.

Does Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash contain comedogenic or pore-clogging ingredients?

Based on ingredient analysis, Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash does not contain known comedogenic or irritating ingredients and is generally considered safe for acne-prone skin.

How is the safety of Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash rated?

Safety ratings for Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash are calculated based on individual ingredient analysis, covering comedogenicity, irritancy, and overall safety scores. See the full breakdown at https://www.skinwis.com/product/neostrata-clarify-mandelic-clarifying-cleanser-gel-facial-wash.

Where can I find the full ingredient list for Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash?

The complete ingredient list, safety analysis, and community reviews for Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash are available on SkinWis at https://www.skinwis.com/product/neostrata-clarify-mandelic-clarifying-cleanser-gel-facial-wash.

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Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash

Updated on: 12/08/2025

Total Ingredients

analysed

13 of 15

Skin-Safe

low risk

1 of 15

Potential Irritants

may irritate sensitive skin

1 of 15

Potential Pore-Clogging

comedogenic risk

About this product

15 ingredients

1 potential irritant

1 pore-clogging

NEOSTRATA product. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

Water

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver

Cyclopentasiloxane

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver Hair Softener +1

Dimethicone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener Defensive Shield +1

Gluconolactone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Metal Ion Binder

Mandelic Acid

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Germ Fighter

Glycerin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +7

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Thickness Regulator Hairstyle Holder Emulsion Stabilizer

Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Emulsifying Surfactant

Polysorbate 20

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Cleansing Surfactant Emulsifying Surfactant

Sodium Chloride

Comedogenic: High risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Volume Builder Thickness Regulator Scent Provider +1

Silica Silylate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Volume Builder Skin Enhancer Thickness Regulator +4

Phenoxyethanol

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Product Protector Germ Fighter

Caprylyl Glycol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener Odor Neutralizer +1

Chlorphenesin

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Product Protector Germ Fighter

Ammonium Hydroxide

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: High risk

pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent

Ingredient Name	Safety Profile	Functionality
01 Water	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer +1
02 Cyclopentasiloxane	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver +2
03 Dimethicone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener +2
04 Gluconolactone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Metal Ion Binder
05 Mandelic Acid	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Germ Fighter
06 Glycerin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet +8
07 Dimethicone Crosspolymer	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Thickness Regulator Hairstyle Holder +1
08 Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Emulsifying Surfactant
09 Polysorbate 20	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Cleansing Surfactant Emulsifying Surfactant
10 Sodium Chloride	C 4 Comedogenic: High risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Volume Builder Thickness Regulator +2
11 Silica Silylate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Volume Builder Skin Enhancer +5
12 Phenoxyethanol	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Product Protector Germ Fighter
13 Caprylyl Glycol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +2
14 Chlorphenesin	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Product Protector Germ Fighter
15 Ammonium Hydroxide	S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent

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Common Questions

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Is NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash comedogenic?

Appears To Be Comedogenic Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash appears to be comedogenic. It contains 1 ingredient with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.

Is NEOSTRATA a good skincare brand?

US skincare brand; medical-grade and chemical exfoliants focus. NEOSTRATA makes products such as Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about NEOSTRATA.

Is NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/ammonium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Ammonium Hydroxide</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash clog pores?

Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.

Who makes NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash?

This product is from NEOSTRATA. See more products from NEOSTRATA.

What are the ingredients in NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash?

Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser Gel Facial Wash contains 15 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/cyclopentasiloxane" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Cyclopentasiloxane</a>, <a href="/ingredient/dimethicone" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Dimethicone</a>, <a href="/ingredient/gluconolactone" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Gluconolactone</a> and <a href="/ingredient/mandelic-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Mandelic Acid</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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