🇫🇷France

Neutrogena vs No7

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Neutrogena and No7 are enduring skincare brands founded in the 1930s that offer thoughtful arrays of moisturizers, sunscreens, and more. Neutrogena is widely loved for cleansers and toners relying on glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and dimethicone, while the British brand is built around vitamin c, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid. Both brands suit dry skin and mature skin best. They differ because the American brand relies on glycerin and dimethicone for moisture and barrier support, whereas No7 utilizes shea butter to protect skin and mitigate erythema.

Neutrogena is an American skincare brand founded in 1930 and owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation since 2026.

investor.kimberly-clark.comen.wikipedia.orginvestors.kenvue.com

No7 is a British skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by Sycamore Partners since 2025.

cosmeticsbusiness.comen.wikipedia.org

This page compares some of the most popular Neutrogena and No7 products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Neutrogena vs No7 products

People Say

NeutrogenaNo7
  • Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Absorbs instantly without sticky residue — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
    • “absorbs instantly — Neutrogena COLLAGEN BANK Moisturizer”
    • “rich but not heavy — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”
    • “absorbs quickly — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin looked plumper and radiant — Neutrogena HYDRO BOOST WATER CREAM”
    • “It also hydrates my skin. This cream has been so easy to add to my routine. — Neutrogena Retinol Regenerating Cream”
    • “Quenches dry skin instantly — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Hydrogel Mask”
    • “Skin feels moisturized — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
  • Skin Smoothing and Anti-Aging Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels so soft — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
    • “Softened fine lines — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
    • “skin feels velvety — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “Skin is looking smoother — Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream”
  • Gentleness and Sensitivity Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “leaves skin soft and balanced — Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser”
    • “love that it has no scent — Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser”
    • “calms my acne prone skin — Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser”
    • “zero irritation — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
  • Makeup Compatibility Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Foundation glides right over it — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
    • “Concealer doesn't cake or get stuck in crevices — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Eye Gel-Cream”
    • “Works well under makeup — Neutrogena HYDRO BOOST WATER CREAM”
    • “Wears well under makeup — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
  • Skin Irritation and Reactions Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “burns my eyes terribly — Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen”
    • “Made my face very red — Neutrogena HYDRO BOOST WATER CREAM”
    • “Slight sensitivity and peeling — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
    • “burned my skin — No7 Pure Retinol”
  • Packaging and Quantity Concerns Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Runs out quickly (2-3 weeks) — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “Pump breaks — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “instructions were in larger font — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
    • “Jar is too small for the price — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”

Neutrogena vs No7 routines for dry skin

See multi-brand routine · 98% fit

Neutrogena vs No7 routines for oily skin

See multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Neutrogena vs No7 routines for combination skin

See multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Neutrogena or No7: which is better?

Both brands offer solid options, with Neutrogena performing better for hydration, gentleness, and makeup compatibility, while No7 achieves a Superior fit for mature skin and excels in anti-aging. Hyaluronic acid helps improve moisture levels in the skin, and retinol stimulates collagen accumulation in aged skin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

What is the difference between Neutrogena and No7?

Neutrogena and No7 offer products on this page tailored to different strengths, with Neutrogena outperforming in hydration, gentleness, and makeup compatibility, while No7 is better for skin smoothing and anti-aging. For mature skin, Lovi rates Neutrogena as High and No7 as Superior.

Neutrogena or No7 for dry skin?

Both Neutrogena and No7 offer a High routine fit for dry skin among the products on this page. Reviewers note that Neutrogena delivers deeper hydration, while No7 provides rich moisture and texture improvements.

Neutrogena or No7: which moisturizer is better?

Neutrogena and No7 both offer moisturizers that fit dry skin at a High level on the products on this page. Neutrogena tends to provide deeper hydration, while No7 excels more in skin smoothing and anti-aging.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Drug Delivery, 2017

Which is more affordable, Neutrogena or No7?

This page does not provide pricing or affordability information to compare Neutrogena and No7.

Between Neutrogena and No7, which brand performs better for mature skin?

No7 performs better for mature skin, achieving a Superior Lovi fit level compared to Neutrogena's High fit level on this page. No7's anti-aging moisturizers and serums help smooth lines, while retinol stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

How do Neutrogena and No7 compare regarding skin irritation and adverse reactions?

Neutrogena and No7 perform equally regarding skin irritation and adverse reactions, as both brands draw mixed reviews that note skin irritation and negative reactions.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, Neutrogena or No7?

Neutrogena has more fragrance-free products on this page, with 35 out of 39 products listing no fragrance, compared to 10 out of 13 for No7.

Neutrogena or No7 for oily skin?

Both Neutrogena and No7 offer a High routine fit for oily skin. Neutrogena features products on this page with ingredients like Hyaluronic acid and Retinol, which help with hydration and skin aging.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Neutrogena or No7: which sunscreen is better?

Both brands offer effective sunscreens, but Neutrogena stands out on this page with a broader variety specifically tailored for different skin concerns. For instance, the Clear Face Liquid Lotion Sunscreen achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for combination, sensitive, oily acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin types.

Neutrogena or No7 for sensitive skin?

Neutrogena is a better fit for sensitive skin, achieving a High Lovi fit level for this skin type while No7 achieves an Average level. Neutrogena's products on this page are mostly formulated without fragrance, which helps reduce the likelihood of skin irritation.

Neutrogena or No7 for acne-prone skin?

Both Neutrogena and No7 achieve a High Lovi fit level for acne-prone skin with the products on this page. Neutrogena may offer additional benefits through key ingredients like retinol, which helps stimulate collagen accumulation in aging skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

How does it fit your skin?

Scan your face, then any product: Lovi shows how well it fits you and what fits even better.

QR code: get the Lovi app
Download on theApp Store Get it onGoogle Play