It’s super interesting to me how the fragrance tide has changed. For years, everything had it & those of us who have issues wished we had more ff options. Then it became bad. Now, I’ve almost seen it swing back from being demonized to some people on the Internet get hostile to those of us who want to avoid it. Personally, I don’t care what anyone else does. I can’t use any fragrance on my face because I have rosacea and it makes it worse, so I make a choice to avoid it. All I want is options for me AND for the people who like fragrance. I think Elf, Neutrogena, & Purito are companies who are doing a really good job of this giving 2 versions. Wish that were normalized.

@danielsugaimd

2 жыл бұрын

Love this. Thank you for summing it up and you’re right that it has sadly become hostile at times. Hope you have good products that work well for you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@AndreiaGomes-bh3jd

2 жыл бұрын

I tried Kiko's Hydra Pro Matte moisturizer, I really enjoyed it for my oily skin - obviously it's hard to not have oils coming in the end of the day. But the thing is that it looks like that 1/4 of my grandma's parfum was there.

@maymadison3620

Жыл бұрын

It's not demonized, it is bad for the skin and its effect accumulates with time. Wear fragrance on your clothes not skin

@fatimascrying

Жыл бұрын

​@@maymadison3620 I'm pretty sure if it caused harm to the skin overtime he would've stated it in this video, as he knows what he's talking about

Makes me laugh when people reject an actual DERMATOLOGIST recommendation because tiktok told them they'll get cancer 😂

@jensutra411

Жыл бұрын

Lol one day people gonna learn how to make a spaceship on tiktok 😂

@punani_slayer4209

Жыл бұрын

Most doctors are bought and paid for by various companies so take everything they say with a grain of salt

@The_Black_Anarchist

Жыл бұрын

It makes me laugh when people defer to credentialism instead of thinking for themselves.

@vanessam.2283

Жыл бұрын

@@The_Black_Anarchistwhen it comes to certain topics, you literally aren’t capable of thinking for yourself if you don’t have the right qualifications. If you had to undergo brain surgery would you rather have a neurosurgeon do it or someone who as “researched” for themselves?

@vanessam.2283

Жыл бұрын

@@The_Black_Anarchistwhen it comes to certain topics, you literally aren’t capable of thinking for yourself if you don’t have the right qualifications. If you had to undergo brain surgery would you rather have a neurosurgeon do it or someone who as “researched” for themselves?

Thanks for the thorough review! I have been confused about the difference between two products for a while, so this really helps 😊

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

So great to hear it’s helpful! Thank you🙏🏼😁🤙

I love that you and your wife does these comparisons on yourselves that give us honest answers and transparency. Way to take one for the team. Youre awesome!!!

I just found your channel and you are saving my life! I hit my mid-30s and want to begin a new phase of skincare, but it's so overwhelming; serums, moisturizers, masks, spf, retinol, collagen, vitamin C, peptides...oof. Watching some of your videos has given me a good place to start. Thank you so much!

@prayaghegde1525

2 жыл бұрын

in the same boat

I also started using the water based one and love it. I have oily skin but the hydration it gives me is so perfect that my skin doesn't see the need to produce so much oil anymore. It goes on with no shine and is great alone or under makeup. As long as they make it, I'll be buying it for sure.

@ShivamSingh-go5qw

Жыл бұрын

Do you use serum?

@AngieDenise

Жыл бұрын

@@ShivamSingh-go5qw No

@Erobostib

Жыл бұрын

@@ShivamSingh-go5qw i use serum, so if i use the gel water after serum, will it be okay??

@usmanturnbull5216

Жыл бұрын

im thinking of buying the water based one, since i have oily skin. Does it really help with oily skin? also does the fragrance in the water-based one have any side effects?

i have oily skin, living in a tropical country, and i love the water gel! it's def a life changing for me who is really struggling to find "the best" moisturizer👍 btw, thank you for the explanation doc!🙏🙌

Thank you Dr Sugai for pointing out the difference. Didn’t realize how creams can be so similar but different and how fragrance may affect you. Good to know, thank you and have a pleasant day! Aloha!🌴🌈🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

Would you consider doing a video about skincare for the seniors? I've learned a lot from watching your videos and thank you for your efforts.

Thanks for breaking down these 2 products for us, I've been using the Nuetrogea Fragrance Free, but I'm going to try the other one, since you and your wife liked that one.

I am cautious about daily scented lotions. Not due to allergies or anything like that but having too many different scents. I prefer my fragrances to be separate from anything that I plan on using in a daily routine.

I just started using the gel and I love it! I also just used the mask and it's amazing! I have super sensitive skin I have rosacea. The mask is what got me to get the gel

I bought the gel cream by accident once. It was too rich for my skin so I used it as a night cream. The water gel version I’ve been using for almost a decade. It’s just perfect for very oily skin.

Absolutely love your videos and reviews you do!

I wish the original formula was simply offered fragrance free. I'm really sensitive to fragrances, as in the actual smell, and find the one that is included overpowering, otherwise this stuff is perfect. ☹️I also have an issue with textures and can't stand the feeling of most lotions on my skin but the water gel feels so good.

both of these are great!! i use the water gel all year and then the water emulsion/cream during winters since my skin requires extra hydration during that time.

Thank you very much...this was something I was curious about!

Thank you! For this video!

Nice, quick, helpful videos. Thank you!

I have extremely sensitive skin, and lots of allergic reaction and , I used the blue and I think the white one nio reactions whatsoever. Best product I’ve ever used on my skin. Oh yeah the water gel I agreed fee,s so much better.

The “regular” hydro boost feels so nice like you said and it works beautifully under makeup-it’s almost like a primer. They also make a version called “city shield” that has spf. It feels a lot like the non spf -maybe not quite as wonderful feeling but that’s to be expected. Why does spf have to not be something I love applying LOL.

I have contact dermatitis on my hands. It took months to get a diagnosis (Dyshidrotic Eczema) It gets pretty bad with blisters, severe cracks and bleeding on my fingers and Hands. Turns out it’s work related associated with medical gloves at work that I have to wear for 10 hrs a day. I wear glove liners now and it helps a lot but a lot of the medications I use have Dimethicone in them.. those are the barrier creams. I’ve never had a problem with them. I been using the Neutrogena Hydro boost gel since it came out .. my skin is so dry and when I put it on, it’s like Omg… relief! Like diving into a cool pool .. I love it so much. I like the scent and it doesn’t bother my skin but I got the extra dry last time because My skin is extra dry. But either way they never have bothered my skin or my fingers when I put it on. I’m in love with this stuff

Your videos are so helpful & informative.👑 Love when a Dr reviews products, who possess the education/knowledge to make a well informed recommendation. Looking forward to the next one💫

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Linda! Means a lot to me 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Excellent video Dr. Sugai! I don't have anything against fragrance. It's really too bad that it has been demonized all over youtube and other social media platforms. I like the neutrogena gel-cream simply because my skin is super dry but I would definitely would like to try the booster water and mix it with my antioxidants serums. Keep these videos coming. I hope you all had a terrific holiday weekend.

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you, Mimi for the kind words. Happy to hear you like the gel-cream and hope you had a nice weekend!

I tried the Neutrogena hydro boost gel for almost 2 weeks now, and it works really well for my dry face.

Thanks! I was just trying to figure this out ( differences)

Thank you clarifying these two products it was very well explained. I personal use the water gel and I it works for my skin.

The fragrance issue is very real: I am 44 years old and skincare with fragrance did not affect me in my 20s or 30s, but at age 40……it sure did start affecting me and I also gained rosacea like most do. That’s when I went fragrance free and I have been VERY pleased and satisfied. Most likely it “may” affect you later in life/age. Fragrance free just plays nice 🤷🏻‍♀️and I love Neutrogena, Cerave, Eucerin, Curel, Hada Labo, Ambi, ZapZyt, Cetaphil, Vaseline, and CVS & Walgreens products.

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Yes- definitely if you develop rosacea, you are certainly sensitive to many things including fragrance. Glad that you can still enjoy these brands and I agree that you can develop sensitivities to ingredients at any age! 🙏🏼🤙👍

@wendyhmochi7751

3 жыл бұрын

Same with me Rosa, except in my 50’s. Had rashes, fissures, itching, etc. for over a year. Couldn’t even hug someone without breaking out. Then a dermatologist gave me a patch test and even he was surprised that I was allergic to both the fragrance categories of the test. So fragrance-free for me. Glad you found a better way for yourself :)

@LivingAsVicki

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Same here. I love fragrance in my beauty products, but then...dun dun dun...I turned 50 and wham, my entire face, neck, and hands broke out in a rash. Had to go on steroids to get back to normal. Now it is fragrance-free for me. I don't like it, but that's what can happen.

@arjayfritzponcardasart

Жыл бұрын

snowflake

I have been using the gel for 2 years now. Love it!!

I have used both and I 💘 LOVE the water gel! It does seem to work much better for me. Ironically enough, even though the gel cream says it is for extra dry skin, it did NOT seem to moisturize my skin at all...I agree with the doctor above in all regards! Thanks for the video!😊

@LiliS319

Жыл бұрын

It's for dry skin because it has more occlusives to seal in hydration. But that also means it can have less humectants. You can try water gel and then gel cream right on top of it!

In the process of purchasing one of these,you just made it much easier, thank you

ive tried both. im usually sensitive to fragrance and cant use most moisturizers, but the water gel didn't cause any redness or burning, its honestly the best moisturizer i've used on my oily/dry face. as for the cream-gel, it felt very heavy and my face would produce so much oil. even using a small portion of the product left my face either super dry or super oily. definitely sticking to the water gel.

@mkmllrc

2 жыл бұрын

I might try water gel soon. Its the only one available neutrogena moisturizer in my country

@maymadison3620

Жыл бұрын

Why couldn't they keep the water gel one but without fragrance? Sucks when they changed the whole formula

@audreylin2826

Жыл бұрын

When using the gel cream, keep your skin a little bit wet, and remember to use lotion after putting on the gel cream. If we use the the gel cream with a dry face, the hyaluronic acid may absorb water that is already in our skin and left our face dry.

@jedi3754

Жыл бұрын

We have same experienced though. Normally my face is sensitive to fragrance but Neutrogena hydro boost gel is an excemption. It's so good and I'm glad because my fungal acne prone skin is now improving.

@shahzaibhussain6565

10 ай бұрын

i have also a oily/dry skin and im confised which cleanser should i use .. If you are using one and you are satisfied plz auggest me ... also toner and serum .. thank you

I don't usually have sensitivity to fragrance, but, some products just stink, or the scent to too strong. I prefer fragrance-free just for that reason. I also don't want anything competing with my parfum.

So glad I came across this, I love the range but will definitely be avoiding the fragrance next time.

I use the water gel. Interesting vlog. I learned a lot. It also has sunscreen- a plus. HYDROBOOST City Shield

Your video is really helpful! I have been using neutrogena hydro boost water gel for a year now and yes it is so good for my skin. But I am getting a little skeptical now because of the blue dye. I mean nothing bad is happening to my skin it just the dye that worries me because I am not sure if there is going to be any side effects after using this products for the next few years… May I ask what is your take on this? Does dye matter in skincare products or no?

These are the only creams I use love the way they feel 🎉🎉

This product is amazing, already makes your skin looks so great and radiant.

I love this review and explanation I literally just got this moisturizer and I was a bit confused Bc there was like 3 different kinds. I went with the hydrogel Bc I was looking for a replacement for the Sunday Riley tidal cream which is ridiculously expensive but i go huk Into it from a sample. I purchased 2 during a sale. However after I open the second full-size it was moldy and so I wanted to exchange it but to my surprise i was out of stock everywhere, I was able to get a full refund even after it being passed the return date. Not sure if this neutrogena cream is the same but it’s water base and it also has hyaluronic acid.

The whole Hydro Boost range is really value for money, and the quality is as you might expect from pricier brands. Very light, refreshing and leaves skin smooth, my products of choice for quite a while now.

@ebonimom6964

Жыл бұрын

It's the only thing that helps with my psoriasis. I live by it

Hmm another topic to think about could perhaps be the leeching of the silicones and synthetic beeswax into the environment? Silicone is said to not break down so easily, so it's possible they pollute the environment for a long time. I really liked the Water Gel and use it as my daily moisturiser but I've learned a bit more about sustainability and being environmentally friendly, and I'd like to make the switch to a different brand (not to mention Neutrogena is owned by Johnson and Johnson who have a slew of malpractice and unethical behaviour). I still have a halfway full tub though lol. I gotta finish that. I was already thinking of changing moisturisers because the smell is so chemical-ly and strong, but I couldn't find one that would evaporate/not leave a sticky residue. Still on the hunt for a new moisturiser. It's going to be difficult to find a brand that feels as nice as the Water Gel ;-;

This stuff has done me wonders for dry skin around my nose and eyebrows

Thank you for this info.

I’ve used the gel cream extra dry for years and really like it 🎉 in winter I use it as a moisturizing serum beneath my thicker moisturizer like Cerave Moisturizing Cream at night for a deep moisturizing treatment. I’ve never tried the original.

Thank you, great review.

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊 🙏🏼🤙

I also like Neutrogena brand! Thanks for the information regarding the Hydro Boost….

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching , Terri 🙏🏼😃

I use the water gel. And it worked amazingly well for my skin. I used it for my dry skin on face and body and it helped alot.

@sitinurfazilah4651

2 жыл бұрын

Wahh sre u use am or pm pls reply me ni need to knw tq🤍

Love your videos! I really like the Neutrogena water gel especially the one that has the wonderful fragrance. I have oily mature skin and my face feels so silky. I've taken care of my skin all my life and hardly have any wrinkles. Pretty good for being over 60. I try to remember the sunscreen. I use the Neutrogena facial spray sunscreen. I'll probably go back to a mineral one which I heard was better for your skin. Is there a good sunscreen that you can recommend for my oily combo skin?

Thank you for the comparison

@danielsugaimd

2 жыл бұрын

Of course! Thank you for watching 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

I'm using the gel cream (EU version) for a year now. My skin is oily / acne prone but also had a bad moisture barrier. It helped me alot in combination with Rosehip oil,levander water, holika aloe gel and la roche posay retinol b3 serum aaand Eucerin dry touch face sunscreen. My skin is super sensitive but it loves all of these.

@michellegawlik799

2 жыл бұрын

How did u use the rose hip oil?

@thrashbin2001

2 жыл бұрын

@@michellegawlik799 I add two drops to my moisturizer

@londiwesibayi2869

Жыл бұрын

Me too, I use the water gel and I'm very oily and acne prone.... I bought the water based one next ; worse for my skin it irritates it

This is honest and helpful review

I LOVE the gel-cream. It's so light and soothing and just glides on. I love that it's available in supermarkets and I just wait till it's on sale.

@snkskeksk7311

Жыл бұрын

Is it fragrance free?

The neutrogena hydroboost water gel one felt so good when applying it but I was so sad I had to stop using it because I had a severe reaction afterwards. Really bad flaking and dry, red patches all over my face and neck. :(

I absolutely love this brand? I use the water gel which has done wonders to my skin. I also use the body lotion. Amazing stuff

@sarahschneider1478

2 жыл бұрын

i love it as well, it works wonders! my skin is so much better.

I enjoy your videos and your honest reviews. I'm 79 and my skin is really showing it. I was a sun bunny back when we poured on the oil and literally baked ourselves. Beautiful tan....lots of problems now😢

Thank you!

I have been using water gel and hydro boost night mask with vit E beads in it again & again.. my fav skincare products and even comparable to expensive ones

Hello Dr Sugai , I got the water gel one and make my face feel so painful for few minutes but not very red. Do u think this should consider is irritated? Should I stop using it? PS I’m dry skin

Love this line, I have dry skin and this is the only drug store line that keeps moisture in my skin after cleansing

I absolutely love most Neutrogena products and their face sunscreens are the only ones that don't break me out. I try to avoid fragrance because it doesn't really effect my skin per se but sometimes fragrance will give me a headache. My skin is super sensitive so I do try and avoid them. I have a sample size of the Hydro Boost Water Gel that I haven't tried yet. If I like it overall I'll probably try to find the fragrance free one if I buy the full size.

Love ❤️ the gel form it’s great for my skin

the extra-dry version is fragrance free :)

I recently started using the water gel and I’m obsessed.

thanks for sharing! as someone with sensitive skin i just always be careful and avoid fragrance. i have the gel cream and i love it so much!!!

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear you like the gel-cream! Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🙏🏼🤙👍🙌

Hi, Doc. I hope you are doing well. I would like to use both the water gel and water cream for some additional moisture, by starting with the water gel and following with the water cream. Would you recommend for or against this?

@matthewmopeloa9815

2 жыл бұрын

For a bit of context, I currently use the water gel only right now and my skin tends to feel a bit dry afterwards

I’ve been using the Olay Reginerist retinol 24 hour. Can I use this Neutrogena hydro boost along with it? I’m also wondering if there is an OTC product to help lighten dark under eye circles. Thank you!

@MH_297

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I do

Thanks for review bro I learnt a lot x

@danielsugaimd

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying that, my friend 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙🤙

I haven’t tried the gel cream version of this but I do have the Neutrogena hydro boost sunscreen (SPF 50) and the fragrance on that one is strong. I’m not even sensitive to fragrance but I personally think it’s too strong and would prefer it to be lighter. If the fragrance in the gel cream version of the moisturizer is anything like what’s found in the sunscreen, I can definitely see how that might be a turn off for some people.

Im using water gel base coz My skin is a acne prone and its good for me. Thanks for explaining both coz Im confuse also.👍👍👍

Thank you for sharing , I will try to use Neutrogena water gel

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you like it- thanks for watching!

Doc can u do a vid on allergic to niacinamide? For entire year I've been using products especially moisturisers that contained niacinamide and it broke me out so badly but I didn't know that my skin was breaking out because of niacinamide.... Why does niacinamide breaks me out?

The fragrance-issue is real. Many don't just react to what it does to the skin, but asthmatics and others might react to the smell with severe breathing problems and all. So just avoiding fragrance in products overall is the smartest and kindest thing to do.

Thanks Dr. Daniel Sugai, i go for the Water Gel.

Saludos desde Venezuela 🇻🇪 entiendo muy poco pero igualmente le sigo

Great review, Dr. Do you recommend them for oily sin??

I love the Stryvectin re-quench water cream. It's really a gel too. It's in a purple container with a light purple tint and fragrance. But it's a bit over my budget so I'll try neutrogena next. I'm 60 with no allergies to any products I've tried. But my main go-to's are Cetaphil night hydrating cream and any Cerave products just because of the price. Oh, and the Ordinary products too. Thank you for your review!

@witty1014white

Жыл бұрын

Question about the strivectin it's pricy but does it work I have combination skin but it might be do to needing more hydration so my glands don't overproduce oil and strivectin re-quench water cream was recommended

@witty1014white

Жыл бұрын

And how strong is the fragrance in the strivectin

I’ve been considering getting this gel for a while now, and I was reaaally close to picking up the fragrance-free, dye-free one thinking those were the only differences between the two, until you talked about the beeswax and the propolis! I had a patch test done this past year and out of 96 allergens, the ONLY thing I reacted strongly to was propolis! My doctor told me to avoid any product with beeswax in it and my silly self didn’t realise it could be sneaked into a gel moisturiser. I gave a cursory glance to the ingredients list and didn’t notice the beeswax, so were it not for your video and you specifically calling out the propolis, I would’ve spent money to give myself some continuous allergic reactions. 🤦🏽‍♀️ THANK YOU! Super informative and succinct breakdown.

Thank you Dr. Sugai! You are awesome! I switched to the Olay 24 retinol because of your review and it has been amazing ❤️

@gettygets872

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I absolutely love Olay Retinol 24. I use it at night and Neutrogena water-gel hydro boost (with spf) during the day. My skin loves these two moisturizers.

im using the water gel version and it's totally fine!

The water gel did cause redness and a burning sensation on my face. The gel-cream doesn’t bother me and seems to be reducing my rosacea and eczema.

@ytl1601

Жыл бұрын

Hi, happened to me too of the burning sensation. May I know why is that so? Can continue using else it would be wasting money buying.

@londiwesibayi2869

Жыл бұрын

Same with me too

@TheresaTV1

Жыл бұрын

@@ytl1601 if there is a burning sensation, it means that there is probably an ingredient that is irritating your skin due to a sensitivity or allergy. Don't continue using it because the burning is your skin trying to tell you that something is wrong.

@jonathanchia9167

Жыл бұрын

@@ytl1601 contact dermatitis. Skin allergic to some of the ingredients. Try the Gel cream instead.

Hello, Are gel creams like this suitable to use over retinal at night? Or would you recommend more intense creams? I usually use Cerave or LRP Lipikar Baume AP+M.

I use the watergel one .i have sensitive skin and I like to use it as a moisturiser and a primer before makeup

You mentioned Costco so just curious between the water gel and the other Olay vitamin c product both sold at Costco which do you prefer?

Is the gel cream thick? I have oily t-zone, want to find some light daytime moisturizer but not sure about the fragrance…

Tk u Dr Daniel, this is soo so helpful. Although i ordered the Gel Cream alrdy even bf this video, now l am even more convince to try the Watergel as well. Tks agn God bless u n wifey.

You rock, doc!!! Love the water gel!

Also with Fragrance they can hide chemicals and don’t have to say what’s in it. It can just say Fragrance

The preservative Phenoxyethanol is the 5th ingredient on the list for Hydroboost. Does that mean this cream is basically just Glycerin and Dimethicone lol?

Hi I am using the gel- cream. But I am so new to this products and not understand the difference between the gel-cream and a serum. Can the gel-cream be used as a serum in my daily face routine?

i used to use the water gel and i seemed to have used the whole tub apparently. can’t remember if i liked it but i never repurchased so probably not. bought the water cream to start using during the winter as my skin is extremely dry so we shall see

Thank you😊

I love the avenoo brands they work wonders

I use the water-gel hydro boost. I am one of those who by no means is affected by fragrances. I agree, I love the way it feels on my face.

I love the water gel even had fragrance in it I still enjoy using it 🥰🥰gel cream not to my face 😔😔

@danielsugaimd

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you like it! 🙏🏼🙌👍

Hello! I use the water gel one and my face stings afterwards. Although the stinging is personally tolerable, would you recommend to keep using it? Thank you

@sunsundks3891

2 жыл бұрын

if it does still sting,probably not

I have used the water gel for a couple of years and I love it. Just heard the other " extra dry" has been discontinued 😮

i only use the cream (frag free) but i think the water gel would be better for summer what does the scented one smell like?

M very happy to this cream because Dr advised me this just for hydrating skin that becomes so dull due to use of creams for hyprpigmentation but this cream didn't only hydrated my skin but also removed my 11year old pigmentation which no one dermatologist can do...

@ DR DANIEL SUGAI I tried looking for the Extra one but couldn’t find it anywhere. Is it even a water gel? So I bought the Hydro Boost Water Gel Fragrance one instead. Is this good? Why some people talk bad about it? Does it really give u cancer? Did I make the wrong choice getting it? :( Also how come when I use it just stays on top of my skin or did I just use too much? I even left it for hours and it just stayed on top of my skin. How to know how much to apply?

I love Neutrogena gel...great moisturiser. But i hâte the eye gel...no efficiency at all . What do you think about toleriane ultra of laroche Posay ?