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Neutrogena® Evenly Clear

The adult way to treat acne and visibly fade post-acne marks

Co-created with dermatologists to help you tackle acne and the post-acne marks it leaves behind

Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Product Line includes Clarifying Spray, Acne Gel Moisturizer, Acne Cleanser, and Acne Exfoliant

Visible results in 7 days

Evenly Clear acne face wash respects the skin barrier better than the #1 Salicylic Acid cleanser.

Joey King holding a bottle of Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser

Clinically proven skincare routine for acne-prone skin

Acne care that goes beyond breakouts. The Evenly Clear™ product line is designed to give you a complete skin solution that helps treat acne, fights impurities, clarifies skin, and visibly fades the look of post-acne marks at the same time. Instead of looking across different lines to address these needs, Evenly Clear™ brings everything together so you can address the two concerns people struggle with most—breakouts and the post-acne dark marks they leave behind. 

Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser Front of Packaging, Texture and Formula Consistency

Cleanse

Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser removes 85% of pore-clogging excess oil in just 1 wash


Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Acne Exfoliant Front of Packaging, Texture and Formula Consistency

Treat

Evenly Clear™ Acne Exfoliant makes skin look more healthy and smooth after just 1 use


Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Moisturizer Front of Packaging, Texture and Formula Consistency

Moisturize

Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Moisturizer - the moisturizer your acne-prone skin will actually love

Neutrogena® Evenly Clear™ Clarifying Spray Front of Packaging, Texture and Formula Consistency

On-the-go

Evenly Clear™ Clarifying Spray is expertly crafted to ensure stable, effective Hypochlorous Acid that lasts

Our first ever line co-designed with dermatologists who understand acne

Adult acne has its own set of challenges. That’s why we partnered to create the first product range in the U.S. designed with dermatologists to both clear acne and visibly fade the look of post-acne marks. 

With their guidance, we selected a thoughtful blend of ingredients and perfected every detail—from formulas to packaging and testing. The result: a routine that’s effective, comfortable, and backed by real dermatologist expertise. 

Doctor Muneeb Shah, Dermatologist, holding a bottle of Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser

“What I love most about this Acne Cleanser is its pairing of Salicylic Acid with a Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA). It delivers a formula that stays remarkably gentle rather than over‑drying.”


Reviewed by: Dr. Muneeb Shah, Dermatologist & Renowned Skincare Communicator

Doctor Dhaval Bhanusali, Dermatologist, holding a bottle of Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Moisturizer

“This is perhaps one of my favorite products ever. It has all the characteristics of your favorite moisturizer, yet also has acne active to make sure you get results. Performance without compromise.”

Reviewed by:  Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, Dermatologist & Renowned Skincare Communicator

FAQs

Evenly Clear™ is the first product range in the U.S. designed with dermatologists to both clear acne and visibly fade the look of post-acne marks. What really sets it apart is that you don’t have to choose between treating breakouts or targeting post-acne marks they leave behind—you can address both at the same time. The range also includes a Clarifying Spray that helps fight impurities and is easy to use anytime, anywhere. 

Most acne lines on the market now focus either on clearing acne or only on visibly fading the look of post-acne marks, so consumers often can’t solve both major skin concerns at once, even though they usually need to be managed simultaneously. 

Adult acne is surprisingly common and often sticks around because adult skin can be more prone to clogged pores, and slower to recover from breakouts. Adult skin also tends to develop post-acne marks—dark spots—more easily, which can linger even after pimples fade.  

 The Evenly Clear™ product line: 

  • Treats breakouts: MicroClear® and BarrierCare® technologies in the cleanser help clear acne without stripping.  

  • Visibly improves the look of post-acne marks: PHA and N-acetyl glucosamine visibly even skin tone and visibly smooth texture over time.  

  • Dermatologist codesigned: Built with leading derms who understand the unique needs of adult acne. 

Evenly Clear™ helps address acne prone skin by fighting impurities and targeting acne, post acne marks, dullness, clogged pores, and visibly uneven or bumpy texture. 

All of the Evenly Clear™ products are suitable for oily, acne-prone, and combination skin. 

New post acne marks can keep occurring if you aren't treating the acne that causes them, so it's important to be consistent with your acne treatment.

The Evenly Clear™ lineup features a range of dermatologist recommended ingredients, each chosen to help treat breakouts and visibly improve post-acne marks: 

  • Salicylic Acid (0.5–2%): Penetrates pores to reduce the number of blemishes and helps to treat and prevent breakouts 

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser, Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Moisturizer, Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Exfoliant.

  • PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid) A gentle exfoliant that smooths skin and visibly improves uneven tone.  

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleanser, Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Exfoliant.

  • Mandelic Acid Helps remove dead surface skin to improve clarity and texture. 

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Exfoliant.

  • N-acetyl Glucosamine (NAG) Supports skin’s renewal process and helps visibly fade the look of post acne marks 

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Acne Gel Moisturizer

  • Benzoyl Peroxide (3.5%) Targets acne causing bacteria to treat and help prevent breakouts.  

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Acne Cleansing Mask.

  • Hypochlorous Acid Helps clarify skin, suitable to use over makeup.  

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Clarifying Spray

  • Adapalene (0.1%) A retinoid that clears and prevents breakouts and clogged pores when used daily. 

     Found in: Evenly Clear™ Retinoid Adapalene Gel

Yes, all Evenly Clear™ products are non-comedogenic, fragrance- and dye-free.

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