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Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum

Updated on: 15/07/2025
Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum
14
Total Ingredients
analysed
11 of 14
Skin-Safe
low risk
1 of 14
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
0 of 14
Potential Pore-Clogging
+1 moderate pore-clogging

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Retinol. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy
1 Very safe
2 Safe
3 Moderate
4 Risky
5 Avoid
Isohexadecane
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Ingredient Dissolver Skin Softener
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Skin Softener
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Thickness Regulator Skin Softener
Triethyl Citrate
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Fragrance Provider Thickness Regulator Ingredient Dissolver +3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Moisture Barrier Creator Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver +1
Retinol
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
General Skin Improver
Glycine Soja Oil
C
3
Comedogenic: Moderate risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
Bisabolol
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
Skin Enhancer Calming Agent Scent Provider
BHT
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Anti-Aging Protector Scent Provider
Tocopherol
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator Anti-Aging Protector +1
Tocopheryl Acetate
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
Anti-Aging Protector Skin Enhancer
Vitamin E
Form of vitamin E

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neutrogena Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum comedogenic?

Mixed Profile — Patch Test Advised Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum has a mixed comedogenic profile. It contains 1 ingredient with a moderate comedogenic rating (3) that could potentially clog pores for some skin types. Those with acne-prone skin should patch test first.

Is Neutrogena a good skincare brand?

Neutrogena is a skincare and cosmetics brand founded in 1930 in the United States by Emanuel Stolaroff as a cosmetics company that later adopted the Neutrogena name in 1962. The brand develops products for cleansing, acne treatment, sun protection, and general skincare. Common ingredients used in Neutrogena products include salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and sunscreen filters. The brand is owned by Johnson & Johnson (through its consumer health division). Neutrogena makes products such as Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about Neutrogena.

Is Neutrogena Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/retinol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Retinol</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does Neutrogena Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum clog pores?

Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/glycine-soja-oil" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycine Soja Oil</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.

Who makes Neutrogena Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum?

This product is from Neutrogena. See more products from Neutrogena.

What are the ingredients in Neutrogena Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum?

Retinol Boost+ Intense Night Serum contains 14 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/isohexadecane" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isohexadecane</a>, <a href="/ingredient/dicaprylyl-carbonate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Dicaprylyl Carbonate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/ppg-15-stearyl-ether" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether</a>, <a href="/ingredient/pentaerythrityl-tetraethylhexanoate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/triethyl-citrate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Triethyl Citrate</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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