Retinol Boost Serum

Retinol Boost Serum

25ingredients
SerumNeutrogena

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganCruelty-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This serum from Neutrogena lists 25 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.

2 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Retinol · retinoid · lowKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinol
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong 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

HydratingBrighteningGood for oily skinReduces large poresScar healingSkin textureBarrier repairAcne fightingAnti-agingRedness reducingDark spots

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
  • 3
    Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
  • 4
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

25

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, dimethicone, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, dimethicone crosspolymer, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, cellulose, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, ascorbyl glucoside, retinol, hydrolyzed myrtus communis leaf extract, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium hyaluronate, ethylhexylglycerin, glycerin, caprylyl glycol, c13-14 isoparaffin, laureth-7, polyacrylamide, xanthan gum, disodium edta, sodium hydroxide, bht, sorbic acid, phenoxyethanol, parfum

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25parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does Retinol Boost Serum 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 Serum with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Retinol Boost Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Retinol Boost Serum'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 Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Retinol Boost Serum 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 Serum against your own profile.