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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing

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Neutrogena Hydro Boost

Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing

cleanser · 200 ml · Skincare

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 25-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum) and sulfates (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

25 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt and helps create a…
  4. 4Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateSodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a mild, coconut-derived surfactant that cleans by lifting…
  5. 5Sodium Methyl Cocoy Taurate
  6. 6Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate
  7. 7Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-sized form of hyaluronic acid, made by breaking the long molecule into…
  8. 8Ethyihexylglycerin
  9. 9Linoleamidopropyl PG-dimonium Chloride Phosphate
  10. 10Polyquaternium-10A plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
  11. 11Polysorbate 20Polysorbate 20 is a mild, water-soluble emulsifier made from sorbitol and a lauric-type…
  12. 12Sodium IsethionateSodium Isethionate is the sodium salt of isethionic acid, a small, water-friendly…
  13. 13Sodium Lauryl SulfateSodium Lauryl Sulfate is a strong surfactant, a cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt…Sulfates
  14. 14Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, made from…Sulfates
  15. 15Potassium Acrylates
  16. 16Copolymer
  17. 17Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  18. 18Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  19. 19Disodium EOTA
  20. 20Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  21. 21Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  22. 22HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  23. 23Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  24. 24Phenaxyethanol
  25. 25ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3574661320700, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#25)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Lauryl Sulfate (#13), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (#14)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing contains Parfum (ingredient 25 of 25).

Does Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate). Parabens: none listed.

What is Neutrogena Hydro Boost Aqua Cleansing Gel Gentle Face Cleansing good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Vitamin E.

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