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Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Hydrating Water Gel - SPF 25 - 1.7 oz

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$24.99 when purchased online

About this item

Highlights

  • Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Hydrating Water Gel with Broad Spectrum SPF 25 & hyaluronic acid
  • Moisturizer with SPF and antioxidants helps protect skin against sun damage & environmental stressors
  • Water gel unique formula replenishes moisture to help fight the signs of tired, dull-looking skin
  • The water gel contains a complex of purified hyaluronic acid for a boost of lightweight hydration
  • Facial moisturizer with antioxidants to help fight daily environmental aggressors like pollution
  • Suitable for all skin types, this hydrating water gel sunscreen can be worn alone or under makeup
  • It is designed to be lightweight and has an oil-free, alcohol-free and non-comedogenic formula
  • Apply this SPF 25 water gel evenly to cleansed face & neck every day to quench & help protect skin

Description

Protect and hydrate your skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure and pollution with Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Hydrating Water Gel Face Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum SPF 25 Sunscreen and hyaluronic acid. This daily water gel moisturizer with sunscreen for face is suitable for all skin types and helps fight against the signs of tired and dull-looking skin. It's formulated with broad spectrum SPF 25 UVA/UVB sunscreen and a complex of purified hyaluronic acid, which is naturally found in the skin and holds water to hydrate the skin. The hydrating water gel face moisturizer also contains antioxidants that help combat daily aggressors like pollution. The lightweight, alcohol- and oil-free formula is non-comedogenic and can be applied alone or under makeup, making it perfect for daily use as part of your skin care routine. Get the protection and hydration your skin needs with Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Water Gel SPF 25.
Scent: Scented
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Noncomedogenic, Oil-Free, Alcohol-Free, Contains Hyaluronic Acid, Contains Antioxidants
Product Form: Gel
Beauty Purpose: Deep Hydration, Sun Protection, Moisturizing, Nourishing
Recommended Skin Type: Combination, Acne-Prone, Normal, Oily, Mature, Dry, Sensitive
Net weight: 1.7 Ounces
SPF: 25
TCIN: 75561339
UPC: 086800113478
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-7186
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Active ingredients

avobenzone(2%), homosalate(4%), octisalate(4%), octocrylene(2%).

Purpose

Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen..

Directions

For sunscreen use: Apply generously and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.

Children Under 6 Months of Age

Ask a doctor.

Other information

Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun. May stain some fabrics.

Inactive ingredients

water, glycerin, caprylyl methicone, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, pentylene glycol, sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp crosspolymer, phenoxyethanol, glyceryl stearate, chlorphenesin, tocopheryl acetate, sodium hyaluronate, disodium edta, ethylhexylglycerin, fragrance, sodium hydroxide, blue 1, red 40

Question or comments?

800-582-4048

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 8.31 inches length x 5.67 inches width x 2.92 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.2 pounds
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam (see also separate entry under GU)

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Q: Is there an Expiration date on this product? And if so, does it matter if the expiration date expires? Is the product still effect past the expiration date? Thank you.

submitted by Pastor Moses - 3 years ago
  • A: Thanks for your question! Yes, this product will come with an expiration date, and we do not suggest using it past that date, as we can only guarantee its effectiveness until then. Thanks!

    submitted byJohnson & Johnson - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this SPF also a moisturizer?

submitted by Ari - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi Ari! Yes, the Neutrogena Hydro Boost City Shield Water Gel- SPF25 is an excellent product to protect and moisturize your skin. It contains hyaluronic acid for hydration, and antioxidants to protect against environmental damage. Hope this helps!

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hi, What's the difference between this product(Hydro Boost City Shield Water gel spf 25 and the Hydro Boost water gel with sunscreen spf 15? Talk soon Bev

submitted by Bev - 4 years ago
  • A: Hey Bev! Our Hydro Boost Water Gel SPF 15 comes in a pump tube and has SPF 15 while our Hydro Boost City Shield Water Gel is in a jar, has SPF 25 and added antioxidants to help with environmental stressors such as pollution and humidity. Let us know if you have any other questions!

    submitted byJohnson & Johnson - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

This item is featured in

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Skincare Collection

About the collection
This Hyaluronic Acid-infused quenching collection replenishes and rehydrates, so you never run dry of healthy glowing skin. Find lasting hydration in every step of your routine.

Traveling, lack of sleep, stress, and changes in your environment can lead to dry skin.

Hydro Boost with Hyaluronic Acid, a powerful hydrator that binds to water and holds it in, replenishes skin and helps to improve your skin’s moisture barrier.
View Neutrogena Hydro Boost Skincare Collection  collection
4.5 out of 5 stars with 514 reviews
75% would recommend
64 recommendations
Softens Skin: 3.73 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 3.64 out of 5
Lightweight: 3.64 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 3.45 out of 5
Provides Sun Protection: 3.8 out of 5

Amazing

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Sandra P - 3 months ago
One of my favorites ! Very light weight but very hydrating - love it and it is as good as the pricey ones
Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Provides Sun Protection: 5 out of 5
Softens Skin: 5 out of 5
Lightweight: 5 out of 5
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Tinted blue, no thanks

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
notsubmitted - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
Why is the cream blue tinted ? Sure enough there is a blue and a red color additive. It might be the greatest thing ….. but Color additives for no good reasons are a no thanks from me
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Needed a base with sunscreen

5 out of 5 stars
Maureen H - 4 months ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
As I moved to the Hydro Boost products I felt I needed to try a new sunscreen as well
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HORRIBLE Allergic Reaction

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
az - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I used the regular Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel for years so when I saw a version existed with sunscreen I was stoked to try it. WORST allergic reaction I have ever had! I tried it one day and my face stung a little but I thought maybe it was getting used to a new product. I woke up the next morning with a face so puffy I could barely open my eyes, and it was red and rashy and dry and burned. I’ve always had sensitive skin but never have I ever had an allergic reaction that aggressive. It took like two weeks for my skin to feel ~somewhat~ normal. It flaked forever. Just a huge no. I was so disappointed with this product as I love the original and have never had any reactions with it. Really was hoping the sunscreen one would work. Whatever they put in this that caused such a severe reaction, they need to figure out because I looked it up & many people have had the same experience. Definitely not worth the gamble of an allergic reaction.
Provides Sun Protection: 1 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 1 out of 5
Softens Skin: 1 out of 5
Lightweight: 1 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 1 out of 5
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Everyday sunscreen

4 out of 5 stars
alysaw11 - 5 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I really loved this sunscreen. I liked the gel feature and how cooking it is and it helped me want to wear sunscreen everyday. But sometimes I felt there was a blue cast on my face.
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Great product appalling packaging

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
jp - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
my skin is much more hydrated and spf 25 is plenty for me to walk to work in the morning, but the amount of plastic that is used as a window and support inside in the already totally unnecessary cardboard box is crazy. I'll probably stop buying and look for something less terrible for the planet.
Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Softens Skin: 5 out of 5
Provides Sun Protection: 5 out of 5
Lightweight: 5 out of 5
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Made me break out

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mom3 - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I didn’t have a problem with acne til I started using this product. It also left patches of red dots on my skin.
Provides Sun Protection: 1 out of 5
Lightweight: 1 out of 5
Softens Skin: 1 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 1 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 1 out of 5
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THIS MUCH PERFUME IN A CREAM?

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Ieva Floyd - 7 months ago
I can't breath with this on and I have no alergies. The perfume level in this is so strong it would make a horse sneeze. Jesus Christ why... I can't bear it. Had to wash it off within 20 minutes of application... Super disappointed. It doesn't even feel that hydrating.
Lightweight: 4 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 2 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 1 out of 5
Softens Skin: 2 out of 5
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It was almost perfect until it gave me a rash

3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Nat - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
I am soooooo sad that this didn’t work for me! I was looking for an spf that was lightweight and non greasy and would sink into the skin. I use the hydrogel so I thought this would be perfect. It worked so well. It did sink into the skin although it took a couple of minutes and it wasn’t the least bit greasy all day. It did have the sunscreen smell to it, but I could overlook that because it felt so great on my skin. But about halfway through the day I looked in the mirror and I had red spots all over my face and neck. I don’t have sensitive skin and I’ve never been allergic to any sort of skincare or sunscreen products. When I washed my face and put moisturizer on after the rash showed up, my face burned. This checked so many of my boxes, but whatever is in this isn’t for me.
Lightweight: 5 out of 5
Softens Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
Provides Sun Protection: 5 out of 5
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Burned me!

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Steph - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
Burned my face. I've been dealing with horrible contact dermatitis for the past two months now that the burn has healed thanks to this product. Cannot and do not recommend. Not worth the pain, itching, inability to show my face in public, and dermatology bills.
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Good

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Comfort - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
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Lightweight: 4 out of 5
Hydrates Skin: 5 out of 5
Softens Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Provides Sun Protection: 5 out of 5
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I've purchased three times,but it's getting pricey

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Seekinggoodvalue - 9 months ago
Lightweight, doesn't interfere with makeup, leaves skin bouncey. They need to cut the fragrance in half.
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It burns!!

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Lila - 9 months ago
I'm a huge fan of neutrogena and I thought I've found the magic elixir when i bought it and now my face is a mess. it burns like crazy and take a look at the pictures, it burnt my face like literally. so disappointed.
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This is one of my favorite moisturizers for oily s

5 out of 5 stars
nathalim - 9 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I use this daily on my morning skincare, is has te perfect consistency and it doesn’t get oily during the day. I can wear it under makeup or on its own!
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Skincare staple

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Ash - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
This SPF moisturizer has been a staple in my skincare for several years now, and I don't think I'll ever replace it. Hydrating enough for my dry areas without making my oil-prone areas too greasy. Never breaks me out either, and I have sensitive skin.
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Love the feel

5 out of 5 stars
ASmith - 11 months ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
Not greasy. Covers well and not heavy. I use it daily.
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Great

4 out of 5 stars
jamies49 - 1 year ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I purchased the hydro boost without the sunscreen an it’s so hydrating it makes my face glow so much..I was a little scared to buy it bc it does have a little scent too it but it hasn’t broke my face out. An you get alot for the price you pay an it doesn’t take that much
1 reply from Customer Service team - 1 year ago
We appreciate your review and our team would love to learn more. Please give our team a call 1-800-582-4048. We are available Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm ET. Hope to hear more from you soon!
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Too much fragrance!

1 out of 5 stars
Rebecca - 1 year ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
I was really excited to try this because they say the best thing you can do for your skin is to wear a moisturizer with sunscreen in it. Not this one, unfortunately. It broke me out with red bumps on my jaw line and cheekbones. I've heard so many great things about the water gel, so I guess I will try that one instead. Just hate that I spent this much money on the sunscreen and can't use it. Take the fragrance out!!
1 reply from Consumer Care team - 1 year ago
Hi, there. We're very sorry to hear about your experience while using our product. We would like to get this all taken care of for you. When you have a moment, please call us at 1-800-582-4048. We're open Monday - Friday 9:00am-5:30pm EST. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Thanks!
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Best Neutrogena product

5 out of 5 stars
Tfish - 1 year ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
Always a great product. It's light on your face but still has the SPF. Can't recommend highly enough!
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Water Gel sunscreen

1 out of 5 stars
Eve VC - 1 year ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
It is too light. It does not have a good coverage. I bought it because your day time cream is not available.
1 reply from Consumer Care team - 1 year ago
Hey Eve, we're so sorry to hear about your experience with our product. We'd appreciate it if you could give us a call using our "Contact Us" page, so we can gather some more information! We hope to hear from you soon.
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