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Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash

Average member rating of 6.0
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Rated a 7.5
Salicylic acid is the key to unclogging pores, but it takes the right strength to get the job done. Does this wash deliver? At .5 percent, not exactly. Those spots won't vanish overnight but the soothing green tea and cucumber extract offer a refreshing morning wash for dry and normal skin. The lack of residue keeps T-zones fresh, too.
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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Love this whole line!

    by jcoludrovich (6 reviews)
    I read about this in a popular beauty magazine and decided to try it. I have really bad skin and couldn't find anything that would keep it tame. Some other brands would work in the beginning and then my skin would just go back to it's misbehaving ways. In the beginning there didn't seem to be much difference, but my face... December 12, 2007, 8:28 am I read about this in a popular beauty magazine and decided to try it. I have really bad skin and couldn't find anything that would keep it tame. Some other brands would work in the beginning and then my skin would just go back to it's misbehaving ways. In the beginning there didn't seem to be much difference, but my face felt better. But slowly my face started to clear up and now (a month later) it's completely clear. I told someone the other day that I have bad skin and they didn't believe me! They actually laughed it off like I was lying or trying to make them feel better. I love beauty products and am always trying something new. I will not be trying any more acne skincare lines! December 12, 2007, 8:28 am

    7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Takes Acne Away Great Price!

    by sultra1 (2 reviews)
    As a person who has always used high end on my skin, this product blows me away. I tried it and noticed immediate results as far as pimples were concerned. They were less red. With continued use over the past tow months, I rarely get a new pimple and my blackheads are dissappering. This product can be a little over-drying, ... April 21, 2008, 11:31 am As a person who has always used high end on my skin, this product blows me away. I tried it and noticed immediate results as far as pimples were concerned. They were less red. With continued use over the past tow months, I rarely get a new pimple and my blackheads are dissappering. This product can be a little over-drying, but thats an easy fix with moisturizer. The price is low for the results. Highly Reccomended. April 21, 2008, 11:31 am

    6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    like it

    by georgie427 (31 reviews)
    this stuff smells WONDERFUL! It's GREAT at dissolving oil but not so great at preventing it. It's GREAT at preventing acne but not so great at getting rid of existing blemishes. It leaves your face feeling clean but not squeaky, surgery-ready clean. So overall it's pretty good. Since I have very oily skin I like to use ... February 5, 2008, 12:58 pm this stuff smells WONDERFUL! It's GREAT at dissolving oil but not so great at preventing it. It's GREAT at preventing acne but not so great at getting rid of existing blemishes. It leaves your face feeling clean but not squeaky, surgery-ready clean. So overall it's pretty good. Since I have very oily skin I like to use it at night when oil isn't so much of a problem and then in the mornings I like to use something thats better at preventing oil. This is great for the end of the day after you've removed makeup (thats another thing, it's not very good at removing makeup) and you just want to feel nice and clean before bed. I'll probably buy this again. February 5, 2008, 12:58 pm

    5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 1.0

    WAY too harsh

    by QTJewels19 (26 reviews)
    I originally used the Acne Stres control cleanser (the one featured below this foam wash), but when the I couldn\'t find it at the store, I tried this. I figured there wouldn\'t be a difference between the cleanser and the foam. I was WRONG! My skin has NEVER had such a bad reaction to a product, and I\'ve used quite a few.... December 6, 2007, 10:21 pm I originally used the Acne Stres control cleanser (the one featured below this foam wash), but when the I couldn\'t find it at the store, I tried this. I figured there wouldn\'t be a difference between the cleanser and the foam. I was WRONG! My skin has NEVER had such a bad reaction to a product, and I\'ve used quite a few. It irritated my skin along my jaw line, and I ended up scratching my skin raw because it was so itchy. I actually had to take Benedryl to try and calm down the reaction. It could have just been my skin, but I would DEFINITELY be wary if you\'re switching to this foam wash. December 6, 2007, 10:21 pm

    5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    pretty good, but I like the scrub better

    by mistykitty (6 reviews)
    I really liked this face wash for a while until I realized that I would be better off using a scrub (I use Neutrogena's Acne Stress Control power scrub) to remove all the dried up dead skin cells that were building up from me constantly using Neutrogena's On-the-Spot 2.5% benzoyl peroxide treatment. So I started using this ... February 15, 2008, 12:59 pm I really liked this face wash for a while until I realized that I would be better off using a scrub (I use Neutrogena's Acne Stress Control power scrub) to remove all the dried up dead skin cells that were building up from me constantly using Neutrogena's On-the-Spot 2.5% benzoyl peroxide treatment. So I started using this face wash just in the shower, and using the scrub in the morning, which made a big difference. Now I'm leaning towards just using the scrub. February 15, 2008, 12:59 pm

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 6.0

    Go with the Exfoliator

    by Pasalexa (65 reviews)
    This line of products (Acne Stress control) is great! I use this wash either in the morning or in the middle of the day when I need to wash off make up to reapply some for the night time. However, I think that if you are on a budget you should go for the exfoliating acne stress wash instead. This is gentle enough to use ... December 16, 2007, 6:53 pm This line of products (Acne Stress control) is great! I use this wash either in the morning or in the middle of the day when I need to wash off make up to reapply some for the night time. However, I think that if you are on a budget you should go for the exfoliating acne stress wash instead. This is gentle enough to use in the a.m and p.m even though it has exfoliating beads, but it is strong and keeps your face clear. I don't know why Neutrogena hasn't come up with a product in the middle of the foam and the exfoliant, but I guess in the mean time we should be thankful that this is a great product! December 16, 2007, 6:53 pm

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 6.0

    A decent product, but drying

    by hairballz (9 reviews)
    I have rosacea and was interested in this product for occasional outbreaks. It did OKAY... no overnight success or anything, and it was very DRYING. If I used it at night, I'd wake up in the morning with a tighter, more toned feeling face, but also FLAKING - lots of moisturizer is a must if using this product. Of all c... May 21, 2008, 10:05 am I have rosacea and was interested in this product for occasional outbreaks. It did OKAY... no overnight success or anything, and it was very DRYING. If I used it at night, I'd wake up in the morning with a tighter, more toned feeling face, but also FLAKING - lots of moisturizer is a must if using this product. Of all crazy things, I've had better luck using Pepto-Bismol (seriously, look it up) as a spot pimple treatment. It also has as it's base salycilic acid, same as this product. May 21, 2008, 10:05 am

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 4.0

    not very impressed

    by buibear (34 reviews)
    Ok so i like this cleanser because its foamy but I'm not so sure about its acne fighting power. It cuts thru the oil on my face pretty well but i havent noticed much of a difference in the frequency of my breakouts while using this product. Right now I'm just trying to finish the bottle so i can get something else. I love N... February 26, 2008, 7:44 pm Ok so i like this cleanser because its foamy but I'm not so sure about its acne fighting power. It cuts thru the oil on my face pretty well but i havent noticed much of a difference in the frequency of my breakouts while using this product. Right now I'm just trying to finish the bottle so i can get something else. I love Neutrogena but i fail to understand the hype surrounding this cleanser. February 26, 2008, 7:44 pm

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    The Best I\'ve Ever Used!

    by treeber (2 reviews)
    I have worse skin now than when I was a teenager, and had tried just about everything to get it to clear up. I started using this face wash, and although it took a while to work, it actually did! I now only deal with minor monthly breakouts and the redness has definatley diminished. December 12, 2007, 11:28 am

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    at last.

    by andrewr11 (9 reviews)
    at last ive finally found a cleanser that i can use on my mild acne combo skin that isnt too harsh it dries me out yet is effective enough to clear up even when i have a bad breakout! my skin hasnt been this clear bright and smooth in a long time and ALL of my redness is gone. May 14, 2008, 6:47 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Attributes

  • Oil-free: Yes
  • Type: Cleanser
  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Neutrogena® Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash is so advanced it treats acne even before it emerges. It cleans deep into pores, clears oil instantly and fights breakouts fast, while reducing redness and irritation. This rich foam penetrates deep into the pores to clear skin. Its breakthrough MicroClearâ„¢ technology is clinically proven to boost the delivery of acne medicine, unclogging congested pores and speeding treatment deep and fast to the source where breakouts begin. It's so advanced it treats acne even before it emerges. What's more, naturally derived skin-soothers, green tea and cucumber, help reduce redness and irritation, leaving skin calmer and looking stress free. MicroClearTM technology Non-irritating 6.0 fl. oz.
  • Directions

  • Wet face. Disperse into palm, apply to face and massage gently. Rinse thoroughly.

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