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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 versus Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory .

Last updated on May 08, 2024. Published on April 05, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones and sulfates

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Foundation French Brand France

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer

A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.

Price

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Buy True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum

Starts at $19.99
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Starts at $10.04

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 9.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 17.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 12.

7
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate.

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 26.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 31.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77492

L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 4-5 contains this as ingredient number 35.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin Classic Ivory contains this as ingredient number 22.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

19% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
35% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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L'Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum 37 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Dewy (1) Light Coverage (1)
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kaya02

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

great skin serum foundation, but make sure that your skin is moisturized underneath as it clings to dry patches!

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint for Dry Skin 22 ingredients

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