Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Gel
Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Gentle formula effectively washes away dirt, oil, and makeup and is clinically proven to increase skin’s hydration and lock in moisture.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, polysorbate 20, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
2 of 2 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateSodium chloride~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate~1.1–1.7%
Potassium acrylates copolymer~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.55–1.35%
Polysorbate 20~0.45–1.05%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLinoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.65%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolyquaternium-10~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Disodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium chloride, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate, Potassium acrylates copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Polyquaternium-10, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NeutrogenaHydro Boost Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing GelYOUR PRODUCT | LANEIGEWater Bank Gentle Gel Cleanser | Versed SkinThe Purist | L'Oréal ParisDaily Foaming Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 41% | 41% |
| Price | $13.99 | $14.00 | $13.33−$0.66 | $4.99−$9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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