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Neutrogena Hydro Boost

Night Face Cream

moisturizer · 50 ml · Skincare

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Night Face Cream is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 41-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and silicones (Dimethicone).

£9.9926% off the list priceat Amazon UK

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 13:01 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Listed in Amazon's stores in United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden; links take you to your own store.

What's inside: free-from facts

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Night Face Cream

  • Hyaluronic acid

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

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

  • Urea

    Hydrates and softens rough, thick or flaky skin.

  • Allantoin

    A soothing, softening ingredient.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaDissolves salts, sugars and other water-soluble ingredientsForms the watery base of creams and gelsAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinDraws water into the outer skin layerHelps skin feel soft and smoothGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Isopropyl PalmitateSoftens and smooths the skinHelps spread the formula evenlyIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
  4. 4Cetyl AlcoholSoftens and smooths skinThickens creams and lotionsCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  5. 5Cetearyl OlivateSoftens and conditions skinActs as a gentle emollientCetearyl Olivate is an ester made from fatty alcohols and olive oil fatty acids. It…
  6. 6Sorbitan OlivateBlends oil and water into stable creamsGives lotions a smooth, even textureSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
  7. 7Caprylyl GlycolBoosts preservative performanceSoftens and conditions skinCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  8. 8ArginineConditions hair and helps it feel softerAdjusts pH, the acidity or alkalinity of a formulaArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
  9. 9Carnosine
  10. 10AlanineConditions skin and hairHelps formulas hold moistureAlanine is a simple amino acid, one of the small building blocks of proteins. In…
  11. 11SerineHelps skin hold on to moistureAttracts water into the formulaSerine is an amino acid, a small building block of proteins, that helps attract and…
  12. 12ThreonineHelps skin and hair hold waterSoftens hair and makes it easier to combThreonine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks of proteins. In skincare…
  13. 13Lysine Hydrochloride
  14. 14Tropolone
  15. 15ProlineDraws in and holds waterHelps skin and hair feel smoothProline is an amino acid, a building block of protein. In skincare and haircare it…
  16. 16Maltose
  17. 17AllantoinSoftens dry, rough-feeling skinHelps skin feel calm and comfortableAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
  18. 18GlycineAdjusts and steadies product pHHelps skin hold moistureGlycine is the simplest amino acid, a small protein building block that helps balance…
  19. 19Pentylene GlycolDraws moisture into the skinHelps other preservatives work betterPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  20. 20EthylhexylglycerinBoosts other preservativesHelps keep products freshEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  21. 21Sodium HyaluronateDraws water into the outer skinKeeps skin feeling soft and suppleHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  22. 221,2-HexanediolHelps different ingredients blend togetherDraws water toward the skin's surface1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
  23. 23FructoseDraws water into the top layer of skinHelps keep formulas smooth and spreadableFructose is a simple sugar, the same kind found in fruit and honey, that mainly works…
  24. 24UreaDraws water into the outer skin layerSoftens rough, thick or flaky skinUrea is a naturally occurring compound that your skin also makes, and it is a common…
  25. 25BetaineAttracts and holds water in hair and skinAdds softness and slip to hairBetaine is a naturally occurring, gentle compound that attracts and holds water, mainly…
  26. 26GlucoseDraws water toward the outer skin layerHelps skin feel soft and smoothGlucose is a simple sugar, usually made from corn or other starches. In skincare it…
  27. 27TrehaloseDraws and holds water in the skinKeeps skin and hair feeling softA plant-derived sugar, made of two glucose units, that holds water and helps keep…
  28. 28Glutamic AcidAdjusts the pH of the formulaAdds light, smooth conditioning to hairGlutamic Acid is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and in skin. In…
  29. 29PCADraws water into the outer skin layerHelps hair and skin hold moistureSodium PCA is a salt of a natural amino acid derivative found in skin's natural…
  30. 30Sodium PCADraws water into skin or hairHelps skin feel soft and smoothSodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
  31. 31Sodium LactateDraws water into the skinHelps skin hold on to moistureSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
  32. 32Palmitic AcidThickens creams, lotions and body buttersGives bars and cleansers a firm bodyPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
  33. 33Stearic AcidThickens and firms creams and lotionsSupports blends of oil and waterStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  34. 34DimethiconeForms a breathable protective barrier on skinSmooths hair and adds slipDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable… Silicones
  35. 35Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Builds thickness and body in gels and creamsForms a thin, flexible film on skin or hairPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a film-forming polymer that helps thicken formulas and…
  36. 36Sodium ChlorideThickens shampoos, body washes and cleansersHelps shape the texture of lotionsA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  37. 37t-Butyl AlcoholHelps other ingredients dissolveHelps blend water and oil ingredientst-Butyl Alcohol is a small alcohol used mainly as a solvent. It helps other ingredients…
  38. 38Citric AcidAdjusts the pH of the formulaBinds metal ions that affect stabilityCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  39. 39Sodium HydroxideRaises pH in cleansers and creamsNeutralizes acidic ingredients in formulasSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  40. 40TocopherolSlows oxidation, the breakdown of oilsHelps shield skin from everyday air and light damageTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  41. 41ParfumAdds a pleasant scentMasks the smell of base ingredientsAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell. Fragrance

Source: Neutrogena Hydro Boost product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/skincare/moisturisers/hydro-boost-sleeping-cream, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#41)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#34)
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 Night Face Cream fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Night Face Cream contains Parfum (ingredient 41 of 41).

Does Neutrogena Hydro Boost Night Face Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Neutrogena Hydro Boost Night Face Cream pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Lactic acid (AHA) and Urea.

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