Comparison between Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Extra Dry vs. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel-Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

15 Ingredients 21

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dimethicone
2
Glycerin
3
Glycerin
3
Alcohol Denatured
4
Cetearyl Olivate
4
Propanediol
5
Polyacrylamide
5
Glycereth-26
6
Sorbitan Olivate
6
Isononyl Isononanoate
7
Phenoxyethanol
7
Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/​ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
8
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
8
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
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Uniqueness10 out of 15
66.7%
Uniqueness16 out of 21
76.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
2 out of 15
13%
chemical
12 out of 15
80%
natural
8 out of 21
38%
chemical
11 out of 21
52%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Propylene Glycol#11Sodium Hyaluronate#13Panthenol#19Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract#20Alcohol Denatured#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#15

Detailed view

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Extra Dry vs. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel-Cream
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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#2Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

Position 4

#4Cetearyl Olivate

Origin: chemical
Role: Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 5

#5Polyacrylamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Film former, Hair fixative
Antistatic
Protection
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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