Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Rejuvenating Serum vs Skintific 10% Niacinamide Brightening Serum

Neutrogena

Skintific

A serum built around Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

A serum built around Niacinamide and Centella asiatica, for barrier repair and hydration.

Serum

21 ingredients

42 ingredients

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AUD 21.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Ceramide2
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide NP
Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Colloidal oatmeal2
Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Beta-Glucan, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Cocoglycerides, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Squalane
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Beta-Glucan
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Caprylyl Glycol, Cocoglycerides, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Squalane

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocoglycerides, Polysorbate 60
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Fragrance

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Hydrogenated Lecithin, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Phosphatidylcholine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sphingolipids
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Fragrance

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Dimethicone
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Pentylene Glycol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Cocoglycerides
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Dimethiconol
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Squalane
Emollient
1 / 0
- Face oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Sodium Hyaluronate (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Gentiana Scabra Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Emollient
- Colloidal oatmeal
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
Fragrance

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Disodium EDTA
Chelating, Viscosity Controlling
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
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Fragrance
Fragrance is a fragrance.
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