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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Plumping Mascara Review

Hydro Boost Plumping Mascara is formulated with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and keratin to hydrate and nourish lashes.  The mascara features a tapered brush and a goopy formula that can smudge and clump if applied hastily.  When applied carefully, the mascara creates thick dark lashes with a soft feel. The mascara stays on throughout the day without flaking or smudging.

Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 70 Review

Beach Defense is a milky sunscreen lotion with a powerful blend of chemical sun filters.  The sunscreen spreads easily and absorbs quickly to a non-greasy, slightly tacky finish.  The formula leaves the skin hydrated and protected, but it should be reapplied after swimming.  This product has a soft fresh scent. 

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Concealer Review

Hydro Boost Concealer is a creamy stick concealer with a smooth, lightweight feel.  The concealer glides easily under the eyes, blends well, and sets to a silky powder finish.  The formula provides medium coverage for dark circles and stays put without creasing or settling into fine lines.  The coverage fades slightly as the day goes by.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel SPF 15 Review

Hydro Boost Water Gel is a lightweight gel-lotion with a fresh clean scent. 
The formula features hyaluronic acid and a blend of chemical sunscreens. 
The gel glides easily over the face and quickly absorbs to a sheer, non-greasy finish.  The formula leaves the skin soft, lightly hydrated, and with a touch of dewiness.   

Neutrogena Triple Moisture Silk Touch Leave-in Cream Review

Triple Moisture Silk Touch Leave-in Cream is a silky leave-in conditioner with a fruity-floral scent.  The conditioner nourishes hair with natural oils and offers UV protection.  The lightweight cream works easily into hair, without leaving it sticky or greasy.  Only a small amount of product is needed to soften and hydrate the hair without weighing it down. 

Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask Review

Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask is a thick creamy hair mask with a fruity floral scent.  The formula features olive oil, meadowfoam seed oil, and sweet almond oil to nourish and restore dry hair.  The mask has a rich buttery texture, and just a small amount is needed to cover the hair.  The mask spreads easily and helps to ease tangles and knots.  The formula rinses without residue and leaves hair shiny, silky, and soft.  

Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Review

CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 is a white sunscreen lotion with a subtle unisex fragrance.  The formula protects the skin with a blend of chemical sunscreens and vitamin E.  The lotion rubs in easily and absorbs to a sheer, non-greasy finish.  The formula has a pleasant lightweight feel even on hot, humid days.

Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Gel Review

Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Spot Gel is a lightweight gel with 2% salicylic acid to minimize acne.  The gel absorbs quickly into the skin and helps to reduce blemishes overnight.  However, the formula also contains high amounts of alcohol that can dry out and irritate the affected area with prolonged use.

Neutrogena Shine Control Primer Review

Shine Control Primer is a sheer white lotion with a slightly gritty feel. 
The formula is enriched with a rice protein complex that aids in oil absorption.  The primer goes on easily and dries fast to a weightless matte finish.  The primer keeps the skin smooth and matte for hours, but it may be too pasty for darker skin tones.  This product has a fresh scent.  

Neutrogena Wet Skin Sunblock Spray SPF 50 Review

Wet Skin Sunblock Spray is a clear sunscreen spray that can be applied over dry or wet skin.  The alcohol-based formula provides stable broad-spectrum sun protection with a blend of chemical sunscreens.  The continuous spray covers the body quickly and evenly, and the liquid immediately binds to the skin to form a protective layer that repels water.  The sunscreen dries quickly and leaves behind a moist sheen on the skin.  This product has a subtle scent reminiscent of a self-tanner. 

Neutrogena Revitalizing Lip Balm SPF 20 (Soft Caramel) Review

Soft Caramel Revitalizing Lip Balm has a subtle frosted taupe shade with a hint of cool pink.  The color stays on longer than your typical tinted lip balm.  The lip balm has an unusual oval shape but it glides on easily.  The formula wears comfortably and leaves the lips moist and smooth.  The lip balm offers sun protection with chemical sunscreens octinoxate and oxybenzone.  This product has a watermelon-banana scent.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser Review

Redness Soothing Facial Cleanser is a green gel-liquid wash with a “perfumey” scent.  The cleanser generates silky-soft lather that removes dirt and makeup without over-drying the skin.  The cleanser rinses easily and leaves the face feeling clean.  The formula is enriched with salicylic acid, aloe and chamomile to reduce acne and redness, but these ingredients are washed away before they can make a significant difference in the skin. 

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Liquid Sunblock SPF 55 Review

Ultra Sheer Liquid Sunblock is a thin milky liquid with a light floral scent.  The sunblock is formulated with a potent blend of chemical sunscreens that protect the skin against UVA and UVB rays.  The liquid formula goes on easily and sinks into the skin without a noticeable white residue.  The liquid dries to a semi-matte finish that holds up well in heat and humidity.  This product washes off fairly easily with soap and water. 

Neutrogena Nourishing Eyeliner (Brown Sugar) Review

Nourishing Eyeliner is a rectractable eye pencil that goes on easily and stays put without smearing.  The eyeliner is firm enough to draw a precise line that can be smudged for a softer look.  Inserted into the bottom of the pencil applicator is a sharpener/smudger attachment.  Brown Sugar is a medium bronze shade with a hint of shimmer.  The shimmer is subtle and appropriate for daytime wear. 

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 70 Review

This sunblock lotion has a lightweight feel but it leaves a waxy, whitish film on skin.  The formula contains stabilized chemical sunscreens that offer broad-spectrum protection from the sun; however, the lotion stings the eyes and can irritate sensitive skin.  The sunblock is waterproof, sweatproof and has a light floral scent.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Cream Body Wash Review

The body wash has a lightweight gel-cream texture and a fresh cucumber-like scent.  The formula contains salicylic acid to fight acne, green tea and cucumber extracts to calm the skin, and a negligible amount of scrubbing beads.  The wash foams very well and leaves the skin feeling clean and refreshed.  This product may not be emollient enough for dry skin types.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub Review

This cleanser/scrub has a runny, gel-like texture.  The formula contains small scrubbing beads to gently exfoliate the skin and salicylic acid to treat acne (a leave-on salicylic acid acne treatment should be used in conjunction with the wash for better results).  The cleanser foams well and rinses clean but it can be drying if used too often.  The wash has a refreshing pink grapefruit scent.

Neutrogena Advanced Solutions Acne Mark Fading Peel Review

Acne Mark Fading Peel treats acne and exfoliates the skin to reduce the appearance of post-acne marks.  This blue gel formula contains salicylic acid to clear breakouts and enzymes to exfoliate the skin’s surface.  The formula also contains tiny scrubbing beads that provide gentle exfoliation when you rinse the gel off after the recommended 5-10 minute usage time.  This product leaves skin soft and smooth but I also experienced some temporary redness after using the formula.  The peel has a strong scent.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Clear Scrub Review

This creamy facial scrub is formulated with salicylic acid, glycolic acid and two types of scrubbing beads (smooth and coarse) to exfoliate the skin and unclog pores.  The formula does not foam and takes some effort to rinse.  The coarse scrubbing beads are fairly abrasive but the creamy formula acts as a buffer between the skin and the beads.  The scrub leaves skin feeling soft and smooth.  This product has a light cucumber scent. 

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Night Cream (Deep Wrinkle) Review

This lightweight cream absorbs well and leaves skin soft and moisturized.  The formula contains retinol to reduce the signs of aging as well as hyaluronic acid and shea butter to boost moisture levels in the skin.  This product is quite effective in improving the overall tone and clarity of the skin and it may lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with extended use.  Surprisingly, this cream caused no peeling or irritation as is common with many retinol products (those with sensitive skin may need to limit use until skin adjusts).  This formula is fragrance-free.  Use of sunscreen is recommended with this product.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream (Night Formula) Review

This oil-free cream provides good moisture without a greasy residue.  The formula is fragrance-free and contains retinol, vitamin E, green tea extract and panthenol.  This is a well-formulated, relatively gentle retinol treatment; just don't count on it to reverse the signs of aging overnight.  Use of sunscreen is recommended with this product.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 55 Review

Dry-Touch has a light, creamy texture and it leaves a dry matte finish on the skin (there is some shine with extended wear).  The product is formulated with a powerful blend of chemical sunscreen ingredients that offer advanced sun protection.  The formula is waterproof, sweatproof and has a light floral scent.  This sunscreen stings the eyes and may not be best suited for sensitive skin.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control 3-in-1 Hydrating Acne Treatment Review

This lightly hydrating watery gel absorbs quickly and without a residue.  The formula contains salicylic acid (2%) to treat blemishes and to exfoliate the skin’s surface and inside the pores.  It also contains green tea and cucumber extracts to soothe the skin and reduce irritation.  This well-formulated acne treatment has a fresh cucumber scent.  Use of sunscreen is recommended with this product.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Fresh Moisture Ultra-Light Moisturizer Review

Oil-Free Fresh Moisture is a lightweight gel-like moisturizer that feels cool and refreshing on the skin.  The oil-free formula absorbs completely and leaves skin soft and hydrated without greasiness.  The scent is clean and slightly soapy.  This is a good choice for the hot summer months.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Eye Cream Review

I was pleasantly surprised by this inexpensive yet effective, non-greasy eye cream.  The formula combines the anti-wrinkle ingredient Retinol with Hyaluronic Acid, known for its moisturizing properties.  It also contains anti-irritants, antioxidants and other skin-nourishing ingredients.  After using this product for two months, I am happy to report that my fine lines appear less noticeable.  Please note that you may experience some initial redness and irritation when using this eye cream.  Use of sunscreen is recommended with this product.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Anti-Blemish Cream Review

This is a nice oil-free moisturizer for problem skin.  It contains 2% salicylic acid to help with blemishes and retinol to combat lines and wrinkles.  In the first two weeks of use I experienced some mild redness and irritation but it subsided with continued use.  Overall, this is a nice alternative to some high-end retinol products.  The only drawback is the strong fragrance.  Use of sunscreen is recommended with this product.