Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
Works for
MoisturizingDimethicone, Glycerin + 4 moreWorks
“Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel with signature fragrance instantly delivers deep, weightless hydration for refreshed, quenched, dewy skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
9 of 10 community members would buy it again.
Nice light moisturiser which doesn't clog pores and helps my serums sink in.
This is one of my holy grail! I cleared my skin completely when I was only using this creme, gel cleanser and acne treatment and absolutely nothing else. Since I moved countries, my skin is a lot more dehydrated so I currently need something more. Highly recommend for acne-prone skin! Unfortunately, the formula is changed.
Lightly hydrating
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Dimethicone~6.1–9.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeGlycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerSodium hyaluronate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin~1.7–2.5%
Dimethiconol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolCetearyl olivate~1.2–1.9%
Sorbitan olivate~1–1.5%
Laureth-7~0.85–1.3%
C12-14 pareth-12~0.55–1.25%
Polyacrylamide~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideDimethicone crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerCarbomer~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerC13-14 isoparaffin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.65%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.3%
Methylparaben~0.05–0.3%
Benzoic acid~0.05–0.3%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethiconol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Laureth-7, C12-14 pareth-12, Polyacrylamide, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Carbomer, C13-14 isoparaffin, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben, Benzoic acid, Parfum, Ci 42090
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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 Water GelYOUR PRODUCT | SensiBiafineGel-Cream Thirst Quenching Face | OlayRegenerist Hyaluronic Acid + Peptide 24 Gel Face Moisturizer | C&C by Clean & ClearDon't Flake Gel Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 50% | 50% |
| Price | $11.99 | — | $21.90+$9.91 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Synthetic Beeswax | Niacinamide | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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 Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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