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Neutrogena vs Augustinus Bader

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

Neutrogena and Augustinus Bader are two skincare brands representing distinct traditions, price points, and philosophies. The American brand, founded in 1930, is celebrated for its reliable moisturizers, sunscreens, cleansers, toners, and more, all thoughtfully formulated with glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and dimethicone, which suit oily acne-prone skin and acne-prone skin best. Conversely, the German label, established in 2018, is loved for its nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products, all powered by its sophisticated formulas that suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best. While both offer standout options for particular concerns—such as the Daily Facial Moisturizer and The Rich Cream—they differ in their active components and target skin types.

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

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular Neutrogena vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

NeutrogenaAugustinus Bader
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “Absorbs instantly without sticky residue — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Texture and Anti-Aging Improvements Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Skin is looking smoother — Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream”
  • Luxury Packaging and Glow Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Sinks in immediately — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “hasn't caused a single breakout — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
  • Fragrance-Free and Sensitive Skin Often MentionedNot noted
    • “love that it has no scent — Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser”
    • “calms my acne prone skin — Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser”
    • “Perfect for sensitive eyes, no stinging — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Eye Gel-Cream”
  • Makeup Compatibility and Base 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”
    • “concealer blends perfectly — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
  • Price and Value Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Jar is too small for the price — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
    • “Runs out quickly — Neutrogena HYDRO BOOST WATER CREAM”
    • “Tube is tiny for the cost — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Eye Gel-Cream”
  • Packaging and Dispensing Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “The dropper is not efficient. — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum”
    • “Slippery and hard to grab — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Hydrogel Mask”
    • “Hate dipping fingers into a jar — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Skin Irritation and Breakouts Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “burns my eyes terribly — Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen”
    • “Made my face very red — Neutrogena HYDRO BOOST WATER CREAM”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “bumps on forehead — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Lack of Results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Did not help at all with under eye circles — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Eye Gel-Cream”
    • “Not rich enough for very dry mature skin — Neutrogena Hydro Boost Eye Gel-Cream”
    • “Did nothing for wrinkles — Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”

Neutrogena vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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Neutrogena vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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Neutrogena vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Neutrogena is better for budget-friendly hydration and fragrance-free sensitive skincare, while Augustinus Bader is better for luxury anti-aging results and texture improvement. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry sensitive skin, whereas Neutrogena is rated Average for that same skin type.

What is the difference between Neutrogena and Augustinus Bader?

Neutrogena is an American brand founded in 1930 that offers a wide range of products featuring ingredients like retinol and hyaluronic acid, while Augustinus Bader is a newer German brand centered around its TFC8 complex. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry sensitive skin and Neutrogena as Average for that skin type.

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Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is better for dry skin, with Lovi rating its routine as Superior compared to Neutrogena's High. The products on this page for Augustinus Bader include formulations like The Rich Cream, which helps provide deep hydration.

Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Neutrogena is a better choice for budget-conscious shoppers, while Augustinus Bader's The Rich Cream achieves a Superior fit level for dry skin on this page. Neutrogena offers fragrance-free options like Hydro Boost Water Gel, which helps provide deep hydration.

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Which is more affordable, Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader?

Neutrogena is more affordable than Augustinus Bader, as Augustinus Bader reviewers frequently mention extreme prices whereas Neutrogena reviewers note price and value concerns.

Which brand offers better fragrance-free options, Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader offers better fragrance-free options because every product on its page lists no fragrance, whereas Neutrogena features fragrance in several of its formulas.

How do the founding countries and ownership of Neutrogena and Augustinus Bader compare?

Neutrogena was founded in the United States in 1930 and is owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation, while Augustinus Bader was founded in Germany in 2018 and is independently owned.

Which brand performs better for texture and anti-aging improvements according to reviewers?

Augustinus Bader performs better for texture and anti-aging improvements according to reviewers. The products on this page help improve skin texture and reduce signs of aging.

Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Augustinus Bader is rated as a Superior fit on Lovi, while Neutrogena achieves a High fit on this page.

Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Neutrogena is better suited for sensitive skin on this page, offering superior fit levels in cleansers and sunscreens like the Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser and Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen. Augustinus Bader also provides fragrance-free options, but its products on this page target dry sensitive skin with a Superior fit.

Neutrogena or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Neutrogena has a High Lovi fit level for acne-prone skin on the products on this page, whereas Augustinus Bader also has a Superior fit level for the routine fit. Both brands may help address skin concerns, but Neutrogena is notable for offering a wider variety of specialized cleansers and treatments.

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

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