Water Gel Face Cleanser

cleanser · 200 ml · Skincare

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Face Cleanser is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 22-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: brands reformulate, so match this list to the one on your pack.

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Water Gel Face Cleanser

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

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

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt and helps create a…
4Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateSodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a mild, coconut-derived surfactant that cleans by lifting…
5Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is a mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that lifts oil…
6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
7Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate
8Potassium Acrylates Copolymer
9HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
10PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
11Linoleamidopropyl PG-dimonium Chloride Phosphate
12Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
13Coconut AcidCoconut Acid is a mix of fatty acids, mostly lauric acid, made from coconut oil. It is…
14Polyquaternium-10A plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
15Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
16Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
17Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
18EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
19Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate
20Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-sized form of hyaluronic acid, made by breaking the long molecule into…
21Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
22TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…

Source: Neutrogena Hydro Boost product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/skincare/cleansers/hydro-boost-fragrance-free-wat, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Face Cleanser fragrance-free?

Yes. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Face Cleanser lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Face Cleanser contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Face Cleanser good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Vitamin E.