If you’re looking for a facial cleanser that actually removes daily dirt and oil without leaving your face feeling tight, the Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser is a strong contender. Today, I’ll share my real experience with this “All-in-One” product.
My Impressions: Efficiency vs. Scent
This Neutrogena cleanser delivers very good quality. It cleans just the right amount without drying out the face, proving that its formula isn’t aggressive to the skin.
Since I have very oily skin, I feel that it’s a lightweight and highly efficient cleanser. My face feels much more comfortable immediately after use. However, we need to address the “elephant in the room”: the smell.
The scent verdict: To be honest, it has a strange smell that reminds me of disinfectant (like Lysoform) mixed with clear dish soap. The moment you apply it, you get a “clean house” sensation. It’s not the scent you’d expect from a skincare product, but the good news is that it doesn’t linger on the skin; it disappears right after rinsing.
Final Score: 9/10. It only loses a point for the peculiar fragrance. If Neutrogena made the scent more neutral, the product would be perfect!
Label Information
According to the label, the product promises a 2-in-1 action: makeup remover and deep cleanser.
- Skin Type: Normal to oily skin.
- Key Features:
- Soap-free.
- Alcohol-free and Oil-free.
- Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested.
- Hypoallergenic.
- Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores).
How to use:
Wet face and hands. Pump the product into your hands and gently massage onto the face to work into a lather. Rinse thoroughly.
Ingredient Analysis
For those who like to know what’s in the bottle, here are the main active ingredients identified in the formula:
| Ingredient | Function |
| Glycerin | A humectant that helps maintain natural hydration. |
| Sodium Laureth Sulfate | A cleansing agent that creates the foam. |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | A gentle surfactant that helps clean without irritating. |
| Decyl Glucoside | A mild, plant-derived cleansing agent. |
| Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate | A skin conditioner that aids in deep cleansing. |
Full list: Water, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycereth-7, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycol Distearate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Laureth-4, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Fragrance.
Is it worth the buy?
If you focus on clean and comfortable skin results and don’t mind fragrances that remind you of household cleaning products, it’s definitely worth it. It is a practical, high-quality product.
Have you tested this Neutrogena cleanser? Did you also find the smell unusual? Leave your thoughts in the comments!
