Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis night moisturizer from Neutrogena lists 29 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- RetinolKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinol
- Sodium hydroxideStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
29INCI (full list, INCI order): water, pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, dimethicone, glycerin, ppg-15 stearyl ether, stearyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, butylene glycol, ceteareth-20, isohexadecane, retinol, hydrolyzed myrtus communis leaf extract, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium hyaluronate, caprylyl glycol, polyacrylamide, cellulose, c13-14 isoparaffin, laureth-7, dimethicone crosspolymer, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, disodium edta, sodium hydroxide, bht, ascorbic acid, phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does Retinol Boost Night Cream contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Retinol Boost Night Cream with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Retinol Boost Night Cream paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Retinol Boost Night Cream's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is Retinol Boost Night Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Retinol Boost Night Cream contains 2 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Retinol Boost Night Cream against your own profile.

