Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Treatment Gel with Witch Hazel and Salicylic…
- Gel
- 0.5 fl oz
- Acne Prone
- Tube
- Better rated than 79%
A salicylic acid spot gel from an established acne-care line, rated 4.7 across 137 reviews, reasonable for targeted breakout treatment rather than broader facial care.
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How it ranks among the 238 gels we track
4.7★ across 137 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
137 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A 0.5 fl oz tube of salicylic acid gel, Neutrogena's Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Treatment targets individual breakouts on acne-prone skin, with witch hazel included alongside the medicated active.
The formula is medicated, using salicylic acid as its active acne ingredient alongside witch hazel, distinguishing it from purely cosmetic spot treatments. It carries a 4.7 rating across 137 reviews on Amazon, though the reviews themselves were not included with this data.
- 0.5 fl oz gel in a tube
- Salicylic acid plus witch hazel
- Formulated for acne-prone skin
- 4.7 rating from 137 reviews
Who it's for
Suited to anyone treating individual acne breakouts who wants a medicated, salicylic acid based spot treatment rather than a leave-on serum. Not intended as an all-over facial treatment given the small 0.5 fl oz size and spot-treatment format.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Salicylic acid as active acne-fighting ingredient
- Includes witch hazel
- 4.7 rating across 137 reviews
- Compact tube for targeted application
- Small size limits it to spot treatment use
- No seller description or review text included
Performance notes
Salicylic acid works by exfoliating inside the pore to help clear the debris that contributes to breakouts, which is why spot treatments like this are applied directly to blemishes rather than the whole face. Witch hazel is included alongside it, commonly used for its mild astringent effect.
Specifications
| Brand | Brand |
|---|---|
| Model | PPAX1218705 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.5 ounces |
| Size | 0.5 fl oz |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 0.5 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Natural |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | Acne Prone |
| Container Type | Tube |
| Asin | B005IHTC2C |
| Special Ingredients | salicylic_acid |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '137', 'stars': '4.7'} |
| Best Sellers Rank | #239,587 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #481 in Facial Cleansing Gels |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Upc | 070501024805 |
| Active Ingredients | salicylic_acid |
| Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson |
| Scent Name | Natural |
| Product Benefits | Stress Control |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PPAX1218705 |
| Target Use Body Part | Whole Body |
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How it compares
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| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Treatment Gel with Witch Hazel and Salicylic…This product | 4.7 / 5 | 137 | 3.7 / 5 |
| patanjali Aloe Vera Gelpatanjali | 4.4 / 5 | 7,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Differin Acne Treatment GelDifferin | 4.5 / 5 | 71,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Bioderma Sensibio Foaming Gel Gentle Face CleanserBioderma | 4.7 / 5 | 22,700 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Nature Republic Mild & Moisture Aloe Vera Watery GelNature Republic | 4.6 / 5 | 13,200 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Brand PPAX1218705
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the active ingredient in Neutrogena's Rapid Clear Spot Treatment Gel?
Salicylic acid, alongside witch hazel.
What size is the Neutrogena Rapid Clear tube?
0.5 fl oz.
Is the Neutrogena Rapid Clear gel meant for all-over facial use?
No, it is formatted as a targeted spot treatment for individual breakouts.