Product overview
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Cleanser (200ml) is a facial cleanser from the Neutrogena brand, owned by Kenvue (spun off from Johnson & Johnson in 2023; "Kenvue UK Limited" is listed as the responsible entity on the official UK site).
Sourcing note -- naming and fragrance-status conflict: the ingredient list below is sourced from the official Neutrogena UK product page for the 200ml size, matching the catalog's pack size. A separate incidecoder.com entry for the same product name lists a similar but not identical ingredient set and describes it as "fragrance and essential oil-free," which directly conflicts with the official UK list, which includes "Parfum" as the final ingredient. Adding to the naming complexity, Bangladeshi, Indian, and Pakistani retailers (including Arogga.com in Bangladesh) sell this product under the reversed name "Hydro Boost Cleanser Water Gel," marketed as "Fragrance-Free." This may reflect a regional formulation difference or simply inconsistent labelling/marketing across sources; the conflict is disclosed rather than resolved.
Key Ingredients
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid -- the headline hydrating ingredient referenced in the "Hydro Boost" name, per the official UK site
- Glycerin -- a humectant, per the official UK site
- Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate -- mild cleansing surfactants, per the official UK site
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate -- additional cleansing surfactants listed on the official UK site (a separate incidecoder entry for a similarly-named product omits these -- see sourcing note above)
- Also contains (per the official UK list): Aqua/Water, Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Polyquaternium-10, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Isethionate, Potassium Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Key Features
- Transforms into a lather while cleansing, per the official UK site
- Uses a "hyaluronic gel matrix" positioning, per the official UK site
- Designed not to strip the skin's natural moisture, per the official UK site
- 200ml pack size, matching the catalog listing
Benefits
- Marketed to remove impurities while providing an essential boost of hydration, per the official UK site
- Marketed as suitable for normal, dry, and sensitive/dehydrated skin, per the official UK site
- Marketed for daily use, per the official UK site
Who Can Use This Product
- Those with normal, dry, or dehydrated skin seeking a hydrating daily cleanser, per the brand's marketing
- Given the fragrance-status conflict noted above, those with known fragrance sensitivities should patch test before regular use rather than assuming the product is fragrance-free
How to Use
Wet the face, apply the cleanser, massage gently until it turns into a lather, then rinse thoroughly with water. Suitable for daily use, per the official site.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who owns the Neutrogena brand?
Kenvue, which was spun off from Johnson & Johnson in 2023.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free?
Sources conflict -- the official UK ingredient list includes Parfum, while some regional retailers market a similarly-named product as fragrance-free. This is disclosed as an unresolved conflict rather than a single confirmed answer.
What is the headline hydrating ingredient?
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, per the official UK site.
Is this product sold under a different name in some markets?
Yes, Bangladeshi, Indian, and Pakistani retailers sell it under the reversed name "Hydro Boost Cleanser Water Gel."
How is this cleanser used?
Wet the face, apply, massage gently until it lathers, then rinse thoroughly with water; suitable for daily use.
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