Retinol Boost Day Face Cream

Full ingredient list, decoded

30 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. 2HomosalateChemical UV filters
3. 3C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
4. 4Ethylhexyl SalicylateEthylhexyl Salicylate is an oil-soluble UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet B rays and…Chemical UV filters
5. 5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
6. 6OctocryleneOctocrylene is a synthetic, oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA…Chemical UV filters
7. 7GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
8. 8Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
9. 9Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
10. 10Steareth-21Steareth-21 is an emulsifier made from a fatty alcohol that keeps oil and water blended…
11. 11TrisiloxaneSilicones
12. 12CelluloseCellulose is the main structural fiber in plant cell walls. In skincare and makeup, it…
13. 13Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
14. 14Retinol
15. 15Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract
16. 16Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
17. 17Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
18. 18EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
19. 19Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
20. 20Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
21. 21PEG-100 Stearate
22. 22Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
23. 23Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
24. 24Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
25. 25Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
26. 26BHTBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
27. 27Ascorbic AcidAscorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant that helps brighten and…
28. 28PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
29. 29ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
30. 30ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Neutrogena product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/skincare/retinol-boost/neutrogena-retinol-boost-d, retrieved November 5, 2026.

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