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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 versus Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid .

Published on December 14, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain retinoid

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Day Moisturizer American Brand United States
Night Moisturizer American Brand United States

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

Price

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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
spf rating
15
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

Retinoid
Vitamin E (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Peg-75 Stearate • Panthenol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Carbomer • Cetearyl Glucoside • Butylene Glycol • Methylparaben • Ceteth-20 • Steareth-20 • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Propylparaben • Chlorphenesin • BHA • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Tocopherol • Polysorbate 20 • Retinol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
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.

Learn more about Glycerin

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

Learn more about Cetearyl Alcohol

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
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.

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
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.

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 13.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 14.

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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.

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 14.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 8.

7
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

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Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking
Community Rating: Liked

This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.

In cosmetics, butylated hydroxyanisole is used as a perservative. It also has antioxidant properties. The concentrations usually used in skincare are low and do not penetrate through skin.

However, it is considered a carcinogen when ingested.

Butylated Hydroxyanisole is a synthetic and waxy petrochemical. It is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics.

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Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 22.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 27.

10
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 23.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.

Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.

The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.

Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.

Learn more about Polysorbate 20

Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 25.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 23.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Retinol is a form of Vitamin A and proven to help with anti-aging.

It promotes collagen production, increases new cell turnoever, and protects your skin as an antioxidant.

Retinol boosts collagen production and increases cell turnover. This makes retinol effective in removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, and reducing the appearance of pores.

Retinol is less effective when exposed to sun. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent.

Using retinol and retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.

We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.

Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.

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Neutrogena Age Fighter Facial Moisturizer + SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 26.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 24.

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8% have mixed ratings
54% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid 30 ingredients

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Dec 1, 2023

Sometimes pills but that could be because of the things I use before it. It isn't super hydrating, but fingers crossed the retinol is doing its thing (I don't think I have noticed a huge difference in existing lines but maybe it is good...

Sometimes pills but that could be because of the things I use before it. It isn't super hydrating, but fingers crossed the retinol is doing its thing (I don't think I have noticed a huge difference in existing lines but maybe it is good at preventing new ones?)

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