Positively Radiant Brightening Facial Cleanser
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Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Facial Cleanser scores 4.7/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in ingredient transparency (8.8) and formulation safety (8.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Gentle coconut-derived surfactant
Foaming surfactant
Polymer thickener
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Facial Cleanser stand out
Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Facial Cleanser is a modest cleanser with an overall score of 4.7/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Di-Ppg-2 Myreth-10 Adipate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (7.4). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Di-Ppg-2 Myreth-10 Adipate
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #9 in the INCI list
- ✶Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #18 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein
Draws in moisture — #21 in the INCI list
- ✶Titanium Dioxide
UV protection — #24 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
24 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together9
- Other ingredient4
- Draws in moisture3
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Formula balancers2
- Softens and smooths1
- Added scent1
- Added colour1
- UV protection1