neogen A-Clear Soothing Essence Pad

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Butylene Glycol
3. 1,2-Hexanediol
4. Isopentyldiol
5. PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
6. Tromethamine
7. Carbomer
8. Salicylic Acid
9. Allantoin
10. Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
11. Sodium Hyaluronate
12. Panthenol
13. Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
14. Cocos Nucifera Water
15. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
16. Glycerin
17. Dipropylene Glycol
18. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
19. Centella Asiatica Extract
20. Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
21. Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
22. Camellia Japonica Seed Extract
23. Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
24. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
25. Calendula Officinalis Extract
26. Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract
27. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
28. Caprylyl Glycol
29. Guaiazulene
30. Calamine
31. Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
32. Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
33. Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
34. Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
35. Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract
36. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
37. Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
38. Adansonia Digitata Leaf Extract
39. Lilium Tigrinum Extract
40. Prunus Persica Fruit Extract
41. Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract
42. Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
43. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
44. Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
45. Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract
46. Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
47. Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
48. Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
49. Rhus Semialata Gall Extract
50. Cananga Odorata Flower Extract
51. Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract
52. Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
53. Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
54. Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
55. Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
56. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
57. Elaeis Guineensis Oil
58. Ceramide NP
59. Cholesterol
60. Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
61. Stearic Acid
62. Persea Gratissima Oil
63. Phytosphingosine
64. Ethylhexylglycerin
65. Disodium EDTA

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains mineral oil

Formulation view Water-based essence with a light butylene glycol/hexanediol base, gelled by carbomer. Contains salicylic acid for exfoliation, strictly controlled, alongside tea tree oil, allantoin, and plant extracts like centella for soothing. Panthenol reinforces barrier repair, and sodium hyaluronate hydrates. The mild preservative system may cause slight stinging due to tea tree oil. Ideal for oily or combination skin seeking exfoliation and calming.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

SOLVENT

Isopentyldiol

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

BUFFERING

Tromethamine

EMULSION STABILISING

Carbomer

ANTI-SEBORRHEIC

Salicylic Acid

Other ingredients

AllantoinMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilSodium HyaluronatePanthenolBetula Platyphylla Japonica JuiceCocos Nucifera WaterGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractGlycerinDipropylene GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractGinkgo Biloba Nut ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractCamellia Japonica Seed ExtractCamellia Japonica Flower ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractCalendula Officinalis ExtractCamellia Japonica Leaf ExtractPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5Caprylyl GlycolGuaiazuleneCalamineChrysanthellum Indicum ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractFragaria Chiloensis Fruit ExtractMelissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractAesculus Hippocastanum ExtractPortulaca Oleracea ExtractFicus Carica Fruit ExtractAdansonia Digitata Leaf ExtractLilium Tigrinum ExtractPrunus Persica Fruit ExtractAchillea Millefolium Flower ExtractPersea Gratissima Fruit ExtractAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Gypsophila Paniculata Root ExtractMentha Rotundifolia Leaf ExtractSambucus Nigra Fruit ExtractNelumbo Nucifera Seed ExtractNelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractRhus Semialata Gall ExtractCananga Odorata Flower ExtractJasminum Officinale Flower ExtractDioscorea Japonica Root ExtractSymphytum Officinale Leaf ExtractSimmondsia Chinensis Seed ExtractMacadamia Integrifolia Seed OilArtemisia Vulgaris ExtractElaeis Guineensis OilCeramide NPCholesterolAdansonia Digitata Seed OilStearic AcidPersea Gratissima OilPhytosphingosineEthylhexylglycerinDisodium EDTA

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Isopentyldiol

Solvent at 1–10%; helps dissolve actives, fresh feel

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer at 1–5%; contains PEG, check acid compatibility and sensitive skin irritation

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Salicylic Acid

Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Tea tree oil, antibacterial and sebum regulating; highly sensitizing at concentrate level, dilute; avoid on broken skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice

Birch juice NMF 0.5-5%; aqueous, check preservatives & sugars

Cocos Nucifera Water

Coconut water/base; acts as solvent and fragrance component, contains sugars requiring preservatives.

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Liquorice root extract for soothing and brightening; batch variability, watch polyphenol interactions

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract

Ginkgo extract, flavonoids for microcirculation, hair/skin conditioning, water/ethanol soluble, caution with anticoagulants

Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract

Eggplant fruit extract for skin conditioning; watch for batch consistency and potential allergenicity.

Camellia Japonica Seed Extract

Camellia seed extract containing oleic acid and saponins; mild antioxidant and conditioning agent

Camellia Japonica Flower Extract

Camellia extract for skin emollience; typically a minor conditioning ingredient.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Aloe vera leaf extract for soothing and humectant; monitor polysaccharide level and endotoxins

Calendula Officinalis Extract

Calendula extract; antioxidant, potential allergen at high doses

Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract

Camellia leaf extract providing skin conditioning and antioxidant support; gentle with no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

Peptide actives for skin conditioning; typically used at low levels.

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Guaiazulene

Potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory; blue powder, used in soothing formulas

Calamine

Mineral powder for absorbing, opacifying and protecting skin; low irritation at low levels.

Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract

Golden chamomile extract, soothing; 0.1–0.5% typical, data limited, low risk

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract

Evening primrose flower extract acting as an astringent; generally safe at standard formulation levels.

Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract

Botanical extract with phenolics, used as skin conditioner; low concentration, low irritancy, functional claim ingredient

Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract

Lemon balm extract for soothing; volatile oils, low allergy risk, light sensitive.

Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract

Astringent/antioxidant for eye/sensitive formulas; contains saponins, use at 0.1–1% to avoid irritation.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Fig fruit extract, humectant with polysaccharides and enzymes for skin moisturizing

Adansonia Digitata Leaf Extract

Not decoded yet

Lilium Tigrinum Extract

Botanical extract, low-concentration conditioning; data limited, watch sensitization

Prunus Persica Fruit Extract

Peach fruit extract with fruit acids and fibers; used as mild physical exfoliant and moisturizer

Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract

Plant extract with antioxidants; used for calming, patch test recommended for sensitive skin.

Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract

Avocado extract for emollience/hydration; oily base, may clog acne-prone skin at high levels.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract

Not decoded yet

Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract

Mentha rotundifolia leaf extract, often used for a refreshing feel; provides cooling and toning effects; contains menthol, high concentrations may irritate eyes and sensitive areas

Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract

Elderberry extract, astringent <5%; anthocyanins, light-sensitive

Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract

Lotus seed extract, multi-functional; antimicrobial activity, plant source requires preservation, low allergen

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

Lotus flower extract for skin conditioning; no specific irritancy or comedogenic data, generally safe at standard use.

Rhus Semialata Gall Extract

Not decoded yet

Cananga Odorata Flower Extract

Ylang-ylang extract; contains sensitizers; restricted by EU App III/347, manage allergens.

Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract

Jasmine flower extract for fragrance and conditioning; contains allergens, restricted in leave-on products under EU regulations, label required.

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract

Dioscorea root extract used for moisturizing and repairing, boosts hydration.

Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract

Contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids for repair and soothing; strict content limits required to avoid liver toxicity.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract

Not decoded yet

Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil

Light emollient rich in oleic acid; suitable for dry/sensitive skin, pairs well with occlusives.

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Herbal extract rich in volatile essential oils for skin conditioning; check sensitization potential at high levels

Elaeis Guineensis Oil

Palm oil, emollient occlusive; saturated fats, moderate comedogenic risk.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil

Babassu/baobab seed oil, emollient; high oleic/palmitic, prone to oxidation, add antioxidants, store in dark.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Persea Gratissima Oil

Avocado oil rich in fatty acids and vitamin E; occlusive moisturizer, use with caution on oily skin.

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

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