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Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash

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Neutrogena

Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash

cleanser · 150 ml · Skincare

Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 21-ingredient list, with glycerin and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum) and sulfates (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
  5. 5Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate
  6. 6Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  7. 7Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  8. 8Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  9. 9Curcuma Longa Extract
  10. 10Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
  11. 11Potassium Acrylates Copolymer
  12. 12Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  13. 13Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate
  14. 14Sodium Lauryl SulfateSodium Lauryl Sulfate is a strong surfactant, a cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt…Sulfates
  15. 15Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, made from…Sulfates
  16. 16Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  17. 17Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  18. 18PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  19. 19Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  20. 20ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  21. 21CI 15985

Source: Neutrogena product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/skincare/cleansers/clear-and-soothe-mousse-cleans, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#20)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Lauryl Sulfate (#14), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (#15)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash contains Parfum (ingredient 20 of 21).

Does Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate). Parabens: none listed.

What is Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Mousse Cleanser Face Wash good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, fungal acne (malassezia) and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Vitamin E.

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