Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel — Efficacy 3.8/5.0, Safety 3.9/5.0 | DemythSkin
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[ DemythSkin Verdict ]
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel

MoisturizerHydration
Efficacy
Solid
3.8 / 5.0
Safety
Mostly Safe
3.9 / 5.0
System Verdict
A lightweight drugstore gel moisturizer that hydrates decently but relies heavily on silicones over superior barrier support, earning a middling efficacy score. Efficacy score of 3.8 reflects strong humectants like glycerin (position 3, high concentration) and sodium hyaluronate (position 15, likely low concentration but effective as humectant), paired with olive-derived emulsifiers for emollience, but lacks ceramides, fatty acids, or cholesterol for true barrier repair; silicone-heavy base (dimethicone at position 2) provides temporary slip without long-term benefits, and fragrance adds unnecessary irritation risk.
Active Ingredients Detected
A Tier: Good BasicsProven Results
WaterDimethiconeGlycerinDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethiconolDimethicone CrosspolymerSodium Hyaluronate
B Tier: Supporting IngredientsPromising Ingredients
PolyacrylamideCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateC13-14 IsoparaffinCarbomerLaureth-7C12-14 Pareth-12Sodium HydroxideBlue 1
D Tier: Potential IrritantsBe Cautious
PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesinEthylhexylglycerinFragrance
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