Neutrogena On-The-Spot Acne Spot Treatment with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment…
- Gel
- 75 fl oz
- Acne-Prone
- Tube
- Better rated than 79%
- More reviewed than 59%
A mild-strength 2.5% benzoyl peroxide spot gel for treating individual blemishes, sold as two tubes so one can stay at each sink or bag.
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How it ranks among the 238 gels we track
4.7★ across 771 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
771 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
A benzoyl peroxide gel from Neutrogena formulated at 2.5% strength for spot-treating acne on the face, sold as a pack of two 0.75 ounce tubes (1.5 ounces total). It is unscented and labeled hypoallergenic.
2.5% sits at the lower end of over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide strength, positioned between salicylic acid spot treatments and 10% benzoyl peroxide gels for people whose skin reacts poorly to higher concentrations. Despite the Gels category label on this listing, the product itself is a targeted acne spot treatment, not a general facial cleansing gel.
- 2.5% benzoyl peroxide gel formula
- Pack of two 0.75 oz tubes (1.5 oz total)
- Unscented, hypoallergenic
- Tube packaging for direct spot application
Who it's for
Fits people who want to treat individual breakouts without a full-face acne routine, especially those with skin that reacts to stronger benzoyl peroxide products. Not a fit for anyone who needs a cleanser or wants a scented product.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 2.5% strength is gentler than higher benzoyl peroxide gels
- Two tubes included for keeping one at each sink
- Unscented and labeled hypoallergenic
- Small 0.75 oz tubes for frequent daily use
- Lower strength may be less effective on stubborn acne
Performance notes
Benzoyl peroxide works by killing acne-causing bacteria and helping clear pores, with 2.5% concentrations generally causing less dryness and peeling than 5% or 10% versions while still working for many mild to moderate breakouts. Applied directly to blemishes from a tube rather than spread over the whole face, it is meant as a targeted step rather than a leave-on treatment.
Specifications
| Brand | Brand |
|---|---|
| Model | 01790 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 75 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Hypoallergenic |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.5 ounces |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | Acne-Prone |
| Container Type | Tube |
| Asin | B00E4MPE4C |
| Special Ingredients | benzoyl peroxide |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '771', 'stars': '4.7'} |
| Best Sellers Rank | #552,638 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #1,045 in Facial Cleansing Gels |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Upc | 070501017906 |
| Active Ingredients | benzoyl_peroxide |
| Manufacturer | Neutrogena |
| Scent Name | unscented |
| Product Benefits | Soothing |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 01790 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00070501017906 |
| Set Name | Set of 2 |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in gels.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neutrogena On-The-Spot Acne Spot Treatment with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment…This product | 4.7 / 5 | 771 | 3.9 / 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 01790
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What percentage of benzoyl peroxide is in the Neutrogena On-The-Spot treatment?
It is formulated with 2.5% benzoyl peroxide.
How many tubes come in this Neutrogena acne gel pack?
The listing is a pack of two 0.75 ounce tubes, 1.5 ounces total.
Is the Neutrogena On-The-Spot gel scented?
No, it is labeled unscented and hypoallergenic.