- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Homopolymer of 2-methyl-1 propene
NEOGEN
A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch
face patch
NEOGEN
A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch
face patch
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
70%
Combination (dry)
70%
Balanced
100%
Combination (oily)
70%
Oily
70%
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4
Ingredients
0
Benefits
0
Actives
These hydrocolloid pimple patches from Neogen absorb excess sebum and gunk from acne while protecting the breakout area from dirt and bacteria. The waterproof A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch adheres easily to the skin, and create a moist environment to prevent acne scars and scabs from forming.
Key Insights
Risks
1
Microplastic
Full Ingredients
4 total
About A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch
Overview
A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch is a cushioning patch from NEOGEN.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. There is very little humectant content, so this is not the step in a routine that adds water to skin.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on hydration, barrier support, antioxidant protection and oil control. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
Where it fits in a routine
Use it in the evening. In a routine it goes on affected areas only, after serums. Keep it to the spot itself — treating clear skin buys irritation, not results.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No fragrance or declared allergens
- No essential oils
- No drying alcohol
- Silicone-free
- No common irritants flagged in the list
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Things to know
- Contains a solid synthetic polymer (microplastic)
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
Sensitive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
None
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
None
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- Fragrance-free
- Essential-oil-free
- No drying alcohol
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- Oil-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
Contains
-
Microplastics
Polyurethane-9
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Spot treat
- Moisturise
This product is the "Spot treat" step.
- Keep it to the spot itself — treating clear skin buys irritation, not results.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Microplastic
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 4 ingredients on the label.
4
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
3
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Homopolymer of 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Adipic acid, toluene diisocyanate, propylene glycol, ethylene glycol and hydroxyethyl acrylate monomers
Microplastic
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Cellulose, carboxymethyl ether, sodium salt
Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch?
POLYISOBUTENE, POLYISOPRENE, POLYURETHANE-9, CELLULOSE GUM.
How do I use A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch?
Apply the patch on cleansed, dry skin. Remove after it has turned white.
What skin types is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch good for sensitive skin?
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch?
Use it in the evening, on affected areas only, after serums.
How many ingredients does A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch have?
It lists 4 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes A-Clear Soothing Clear Spot Patch?
NEOGEN.
Brand
NEOGEN