Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Review

I purchased this when it came out, expecting amazing results. I had even read reviews prior to trying it, many of which said that the water gel left their skin feeling smooth and hydrated. While my skin did feel smooth after using this, it definitely did not feel hydrated. It claims to hydrate skin in 1 hour, but it just didn't work on my skin. Even when I used this at night my face would feel really dry in the morning (i use rosehip oil underneath).I think my skin might be too dry and sensitive for this product, as it did sting a little bit when I would use it. I wish I had done more research before buying it :(

I have thoroughly enjoyed using the Neutrogena Hydro Boost range, however I must admit that this was my least favourite of the four products. I will continue to use it, but I would not repurchase it.

The packaging for this product is almost identical to the night concentrate, which makes for a pretty display in my bathroom but isn't particularly practical. This is a sturdy, eye catching aqua jar that is heavy and easy to open and close. The scent is also very similar to the night concentrate, fresh but almost soap smelling. The formula is a gel, which makes it fast absorbing but still very hydrating. This is perfect for underneath my drying foundation, as I don't need to wait long before applying my makeup but my skin is left bright, plump and hydrated throughout the day in an air conditioned building. The product smoothes easily over the skin and a little bit goes a long way.

However, this product is almost identical to the second 'water gel' in the range, which contains SPF. The packaging and SPF are truly the only differences that I can distinguish. There is no harm in using SPF during the day, so why wouldn't I? It is for this reason that I won't repurchase this product - I just don't see where it fits into my routine.

When I first got this product I was really excited to start using it. The packaging is gorgeous and the formula is light and refreshing. I am used to using a moisturiser that is a lot heavier then this and leaves my skin slightly greasy so I was shocked to feel my skin was NOT greasy after applying this. I was so surprised I applied more. I initially didn't like this because I felt it wasn't moisturizing enough, but after a couple of days I have begun to really like this cream. First of all it is cooling and amazingly refreshing. Secondly it is absorbed quickly. Great for if you are stretched for time because you can apply your makeup straight away. Thirdly it doesn't leave your skin feeling greasy. I have oily/dry combination skin, after applying this once in the morning it kept my face moisturized all day, but I also noticed my skin was less greasy at the end of the day. Which is something I can totally get used to.

At the beginning I would have given this a 1/10 now I give it 8.5

I was selected for a trial and I have really enjoyed it. My skin is oily with little prone acne. I think this product is great for me because after used it my skin is so smooth. It doesn't clog my pores and during the day my skin doesn't feel greasy. I have noticed that my skin has that healthy glow. I like this gel is not thick and is absorbed quickly. Also I don't have sensitive skin, so its perfume doesn't affect me. Its smell is fresh, I don't think is strong but if you have sensitive skin ask for a sachet. Its packaging is not heavy and looks luxurious. Even though I like it, I would prefer a bottle with a pump, so when I finish this jar I will buy the water gel with SPF 15. This gel has silicone but is oil free. I have used it before apply my foundation. I didn't have any problem with that, my makeup looks good. I would recommend this product in summer season will be super.

when i saw this line i was so excited, moisturizing gels where always a plus for me specially since my skin can get oily at times. The packaging is so pretty and i imagined it to be cool upon application- which is true, i enjoyed the cool refreshing feel of the moisturizing gel cream on my skin and it was easy to apply. however i did not feel that this product is very moisturizing. i still felt some parts of my skin were dry and flaky. i ended up giving this to my friend as i am impatient and wanted to try another product.

The day cream was a little confusing to me, with all 4 products I didnt know where to put this one as i prefer the Neutrogena SPF15 water gel.

The packing of the Hydro boost is gorgeous, the jars look expensive and luxurious, the theme of hydration is all over this beautiful range. When using this and the night concentrate I have to double check I open the right one because they are the same jar and packaging.

The formula is very similar to the night concentrate without the beads, its a thick and creamy formula that has a silicone feel to it. When you rub this onto your skin it feels smoother and softer but too thick for when Im applying makeup. I use the day cream for when im at home and im not wearing any makeup, it keeps my skin moisturized for the whole day, there is no sign of dryness when using the day cream. It instantly hydrates your skin once applied, a quick and easy fix to those dry areas.

Overall the day cream is great, a few things to note is the day & night cream are similar in packaging and the day cream you cant really wear under foundation. It is still a great product.

At first I was a little confused as to what I should do with this gel, I had also been given another with added SPF15 which I assumed was the day version of the night concentrate, so what was this chunky jar for and how was I going to apply it in my daily routine. There was no guidance on the box, or on their website to refer to. As I have really dry skin in areas I decided to pop it on as a substitute to a serum or oil that I usually apply before I put on my day or night cream. This was fine for the first few days but then my combination skin decided that it was far too much moisture for my skin and started to act out with excess oily areas along the T-Zone and a few pimple outbreaks, so I stopped using this as a serum/oil replacement and instead used it on odd days instead of the water gel with SPF15 added as it felt like it needed to be a day cream, which was better.

Design wise, I love this in its aqua blue casing, the whole jar is made to feel chunky as it has a outer layer of clear acrylic around it, the lid being of a pale blue steel look was easy to use, even with excess gel over my hands it was solid enough to twist on and off without dropping it. Overall I do love how they look on my bedside cabinet, very stylish and chic.

Formula, as it states it’s a water gel; the texture is a cross between a gel and a cream, slightly softer and less tacky, sticky then an actual gel but the quick absorption of a gel. Being a pale blue colour it gave a very good example of what we would expect water to look like in a gel state. It has very light fragrance, if any; I never actually detected any as I was using it. This gel never felt tacky, sticky or left any reside on my fingers, it also wasn’t irritating at all.

Application, quick and easy, a dollop on the end of your middle finger warmed up in your palms then spread across your face quickly gets absorbed and left my skin feel soft and plump with moisture I did notice an almost instant relief to the very dry patches so their claim of doubling skin moisture within an hour is very true!