Neocutis Neo Cleanse - Exfoliating Skin Cleanser - Glycolic Acid Gel - 125ml Review
Our verdict
Neocutis Neo Cleanse is a glycolic acid gel cleanser priced well above the drugstore average, and while its review count is modest at 135, a 4.6 star average combined with a reported bought last month figure of 50,000 points to a cleanser that is currently very popular.
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Anyone who wants a daily glycolic acid based cleanse to support smoother looking texture and is comfortable paying a premium skin care price.
Skip if
You are new to acids and want a gentler starting point, or you are budget conscious, since glycolic acid cleansers are more active and pricier than a plain gel wash.
- Priced 100% above the category median ($19.99 across 238 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 135 owner ratings
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Popularity0.7/5
135 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Neocutis Neo Cleanse is an exfoliating skin cleanser built around glycolic acid in a gel format, sized at 125 milliliters. Because it is a cleanser rather than a leave on treatment, contact time with the skin is short each time it is used, which is a meaningful difference from a glycolic serum or peel that stays on the skin.
At $40, this is priced at the higher end for a face wash, and the product listing itself is light on additional spec detail beyond the glycolic acid gel format and container size. That makes it harder to compare directly against gels with fuller ingredient lists, though the core positioning as a glycolic cleanser is clear.
With 135 ratings averaging 4.6 stars and a bought last month figure of 50,000, this cleanser is clearly resonating with a large number of current buyers relative to its review history so far.
Pros
- Glycolic acid formula targets smoother looking texture with regular use
- Strong 4.6 star average across its current ratings
- Bought last month figure of 50,000 signals it is currently a fast mover
- 125 milliliter size is convenient for daily or travel use
Cons
- Priced at $40, well above several other gels in this category
- Review count of 135 is small relative to its reported recent sales volume
- Listing offers limited spec detail beyond the glycolic acid gel format
Performance notes
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that works at the skin's surface and may help support the look of smoother, more even texture over time. Because this is a cleanser rather than a leave on product, contact time is brief with each wash, though consistent daily use can still add up over weeks.
What buyers say
135 ratings averaging 4.6 stars is a strong result on its own, and paired with a reported 50,000 bought last month, it points to a cleanser currently gaining real traction beyond what its review count alone would suggest.
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Frequently asked questions
What does glycolic acid do in a cleanser?
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that works on the skin's surface and may help support the look of smoother texture. In a cleanser, contact time is short since the product is rinsed off, so results build gradually with consistent use rather than after a single wash.
Is this cleanser worth the higher price?
At $40 it costs more than most gel cleansers in this category, so it depends on your budget and how much you value glycolic acid specifically in your cleansing step. Its 4.6 star average and strong recent demand suggest many buyers feel it is worth the cost.