Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream versus NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream .
Published on April 07, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream 48 ingredients
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream 42 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream 48 ingredients
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream 42 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream 48 ingredients
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream 42 ingredients
Water • Isohexadecane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Gluconolactone • Glycerin • Propanediol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides • Glycolic Acid • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Glyceryl Dilaurate • Acetyl Dipeptide-31 Amide • Dimethicone • Acetyl Tyrosinamide • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Stearalkonium Hectorite • Peg-100 Stearate • Steareth-10 • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Methyl Decenol • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides • Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Squalane • Isostearic Acid • Propylene Carbonate • Glyceryl Stearate • Sclerotium Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Peg-40 Stearate • Sodium Hydroxide • Polysorbate 60 • Isopropyl Myristate • Ceteareth-20 • Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Isoceteth-10 • Silica • Disodium EDTA • Methyldihydrojasmonate • Ethylene Brassylate • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin
Water • Acetyl Glucosamine • Cyclopentasiloxane • Triethyl Citrate • Cetearyl Alcohol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glyceryl Stearate • Cyclohexasiloxane • Glycerin • Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate • Dimethicone • Ethoxydiglycol • Peg-100 Stearate • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Nylon-12 • Isostearic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Palmitoyl Glycine • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides • Dimethiconol • Isopropyl Myristate • Caprylyl Glycol • Lecithin • Peg-40 Stearate • Ceteareth-20 • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Sodium Bisulfite • Disodium EDTA • Ammonium Hydroxide • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylene Brassylate • Methyldihydrojasmonate • Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol • Methyl Decenol • Caramel • CI 19140
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 AlcoholNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Methyl Decenol is a fragrance.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Peg-40 Stearate is a waxy solid made up of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier and cleanser. Emulsifiers help oils and water mix.
Stearic acid is a a fatty acid. Therefore, Peg-40 stearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
We don't have a description for Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
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.
Learn more about Disodium EDTANeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 44.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
We don't have a description for Methyldihydrojasmonate.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
We don't have a description for Ethylene Brassylate.
Neutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
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 Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinNeutrogena Rapid Firming™ Peptide Contour Lift Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
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