Neutrogena RETINOL BOOST for mature skin
Retinol
Hyaluronic Acid
Ascorbic AcidHigh
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
One of the best serums for mature skin.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your normal skin, this formula effectively addresses wrinkles and fine lines with retinol and hyaluronic acid, which promote skin renewal and hydration.
- Tocopherol and ascorbic acid further support skin health by providing antioxidant protection.
- The product is safe for your skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like hyaluronic acid and tocopherol.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week, and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply this serum after your toner and before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- You can apply the serum on dry skin for the best results against fine lines.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 1.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users frequently report that this retinol range effectively smooths skin texture, enhances radiance, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Many appreciate its gentle, hydrating formula suitable for various skin types. Some users experience initial dryness or find the oil-based textures less ideal for oily skin.
Highlights
Smoother texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Skin feels much smoother”
- “Noticeable improvement in texture”
- “Skin is softer to touch”
Fast absorption Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs quickly into skin”
- “Lightweight and non-greasy”
- “Feels like water”
Reduces lines Often Mentioned
- “Fine lines look diminished”
- “Wrinkles appear less visible”
- “Helps with aging signs”
Gentle formula Sometimes Noted
- “No irritation experienced”
- “Great for sensitive skin”
- “Gentle retinol introduction”
Initial dryness Sometimes Noted
- “Experienced some flaking”
- “Skin felt dry initially”
- “Need to use moisturizer”
Oily feel Sometimes Noted
- “Too oily for my skin”
- “Left a greasy residue”
- “Felt heavy on face”
No results Rarely Noted
- “Did not see changes”
- “No difference after weeks”
- “Expected more improvement”
Strong fragrance Rarely Noted
- “Too much fragrance”
- “Scent is overpowering”
- “Prefer fragrance-free”
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Questions and answers
What makes Neutrogena Retinol Boost a great fit for mature skin?
This treatment is a great fit because it uses retinol and hyaluronic acid to help smooth out fine lines and wrinkles while keeping mature skin hydrated. Added vitamin C and vitamin E provide helpful antioxidant protection to support overall skin health.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for mature skin?
Retinol and hyaluronic acid make this cream a great fit for mature skin because they promote skin renewal and hydration to help smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. Ascorbic acid and tocopherol further support skin health by providing antioxidant protection.
What does Retinol do for mature skin?
Retinol helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles while improving overall skin thickness and firmness over time. It may also cause temporary dryness, scaling, or stinging as your skin gets used to it.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for mature skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps mature skin by deeply boosting moisture, improving elasticity, and smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Regular use keeps the skin looking plump and soft while supporting overall firmness and hydration.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Skin Research and Technology, 2024
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after your cleansing toner and before your moisturizer. Putting it at night keeps your skin safe around sun exposure while helping retinol smooth out wrinkles and fine lines.
Can I use this cream with niacinamide, and in what order?
You can use this treatment cream with niacinamide by applying niacinamide first and following with this cream once it absorbs. This combination helps smooth wrinkles and keeps skin soft while supporting your skin barrier.
How often should I use this cream?
Use this treatment in your evening routine, starting just once or twice a week and slowly increasing the frequency as your skin gets used to it. Retinol is a powerful active that helps smooth fine lines, and building up usage gradually helps prevent dryness and irritation.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on mature skin, though you may notice some initial dryness as your skin adjusts to the retinol. Hyaluronic acid helps keep your skin comfortable while the active ingredients work to smooth fine lines.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Topical 0.4% retinol significantly increased epidermal thickness, dermal vascularity, and extracellular matrix production by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation, endothelial cell proliferation, and fibroblast activation in naturally aged human skin compared to vehicle.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017Silicone particles encapsulating retinol increased its half-life by 9-fold and yielded 12-23% lower skin irritation in human subjects compared to Microsponge particles while maintaining biological activity.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2018Topical stabilized retinol treatment induced HAS gene expression and increased hyaluronic acid production in human skin in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo compared to vehicle.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Retinol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Hyaluronic Acid, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score 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.
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