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Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20

Updated on: 22/02/2025
Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20
17
Total Ingredients
analysed
11 of 17
Skin-Safe
low risk
6 of 17
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
0 of 17
Potential Pore-Clogging
comedogenic risk

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Glycolic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. 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
Water
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver
Glycolic Acid
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
pH Stabilizer
Peg-8
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Moisture Magnet Ingredient Dissolver
Alcohol Denat.
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
Thickness Regulator Germ Fighter Ingredient Dissolver +3
Arginine
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Skin Enhancer Static Eliminator Hair Softener +1
Ammonium Hydroxide
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
Cleansing Surfactant Lather Creator Dirt & Oil Remover
Lactobionic Acid
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
pH Stabilizer
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
General Skin Improver Foam Enhancer Cleansing Surfactant +4
Glycerin
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +7
Butylene Glycol
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +2
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
S
4
Safety: High risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Scent Provider
Polysorbate 20
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Cleansing Surfactant Emulsifying Surfactant
Propylene Glycol
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
General Skin Improver Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +3
Chlorphenesin
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
Product Protector Germ Fighter
Methylparaben
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Product Protector Scent Provider
Limonene
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver Odor Neutralizer

Potential Irritants

3 flagged
Alcohol Denat. Citrus Grandis Peel Oil Limonene

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NEOSTRATA Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 17 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

Is NEOSTRATA a good skincare brand?

US skincare brand; medical-grade and chemical exfoliants focus. NEOSTRATA makes products such as Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 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 Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 6 potential irritant s including <a href="/ingredient/glycolic-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycolic Acid</a>, <a href="/ingredient/alcohol-denat-" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Alcohol Denat.</a> and <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 Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 17 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes NEOSTRATA Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20?

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

What are the ingredients in NEOSTRATA Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20?

Foaming Glycolic Wash AHA 20 contains 17 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycolic-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycolic Acid</a>, <a href="/ingredient/peg-8" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Peg-8</a>, <a href="/ingredient/alcohol-denat-" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Alcohol Denat.</a> and <a href="/ingredient/arginine" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Arginine</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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