C

Is Neutrogena PFAS-free?

Across 30 graded products, Neutrogena averages C (70/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 26 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Neutrogena C or better, safest first

Neutrogena Daily Facial Moisturizer

Neutrogena

Daily Facial Moisturizer

Water, glycerin, dimethicone, emollients, typical moisturizer base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard facial moisturizer with no known PFAS drivers, but Neutrogena has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost Water Gel

Water-based gel with glycerin and humectants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic formula; no known PFAS triggers, but Neutrogena has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Face Moisturizer with SPF 30

Neutrogena

Ultra Gentle Daily Face Moisturizer with SPF 30

water-based emulsion with mineral sunscreen filters

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for typical moisturizer; mineral sunscreen formula reduces waterproofing chemistry risk.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Cream

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost Water Cream

Water-based emulsion cream; no Teflon-type coating, Teflon-family coating, or durable water repellency claimed

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; typical moisturizer with no known PFAS-linked ingredients or treatments.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hydro Boost SPF 50 Moisturizer

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost SPF 50 Moisturizer

Water-based moisturizer with humectants (hyaluronic acid); no coating or treatment

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, standard moisturizer formula with no known triggers, but no brand transparency on ingredients.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturizer

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturizer

Water gel emulsion (glycerin, hydrating polymer base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical water-gel moisturizer with no known high-risk chemistries.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Face & Body Moisturizing Cream

Neutrogena

Ultra Gentle Face & Body Moisturizing Cream

Water-based cream emulsion (glycerin, water, mineral oil, humectants)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, moisturizing creams lack common PFAS drivers, but brand makes no transparency statement.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Radiant Tinted Face Moisturizer Sheer

Neutrogena

Radiant Tinted Face Moisturizer Sheer

Water-based gel moisturizer with mica, iron oxides, silicones

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical cosmetic without known PFAS drivers, but no brand commitment to transparency.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Lot Of 10 New 4 French Milled Bath Hand Soap Boxed 6 Toiletries - New Beauty

Neutrogena

Lot Of 10 New 4 French Milled Bath Hand Soap Boxed 6 Toiletries - New Beauty

soap bar (tallow/vegetable oil base with fragrances)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, traditional soap bars rarely use intentional PFAS, but Neutrogena doesn't disclose formulation details.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Liquid - New Beauty | Color: Gold

Neutrogena

Liquid - New Beauty | Color: Gold

liquid cosmetic formulation (presumed water, glycerin, pigments, preservatives)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid cosmetic, but Neutrogena offers no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

Neutrogena

Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

aqueous liquid soap formulation (water, surfactants, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple rinse-off cleanser with no known treatment triggers.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup SPF 20

Neutrogena

Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup SPF 20

water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, polymers)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid makeup; no waterproofing claim triggers risk.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Aging Perfector

Neutrogena

Healthy Skin Anti-Aging Perfector

Liquid cosmetic cream (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, conventional cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone features, but brand silence limits certainty.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup, Buff 310w, 1 fl. oz, Size: 1 fl oz (30mL)

Neutrogena

Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup, Buff 310w, 1 fl. oz, Size: 1 fl oz (30mL)

liquid makeup (water, glycerin, pigments, polymers)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; standard liquid makeup with no known waterproofing treatment.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation

Neutrogena

Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation

Mineral powder (talc-free base, iron oxides, mica)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a mineral powder, no waterproofing or known Teflon-family coating typical in this category.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint

Neutrogena

Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint

Water-based tint, pigments, humectants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical use; no known PFAS risks in formula, but Neutrogena makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation

Neutrogena

Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation

mineral powder (iron oxides, mica, talc/silica blend)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; mineral powders rarely require PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

(2 pack) Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Foundation with Pro-Vitamin B5 and Broad Spectrum SPF 20, Natural Beige 60, 1 fl oz

Neutrogena

(2 pack) Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Foundation with Pro-Vitamin B5 and Broad Spectrum SPF 20, Natural Beige 60, 1 fl oz

Water-based liquid foundation with emollients and sunscreen actives (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide likely for SPF 20)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this cosmetic formula; no waterproofing triggers typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena T/Sal Therapeutic Shampoo

Neutrogena

T/Sal Therapeutic Shampoo

aqueous liquid shampoo (salicylic acid, conditioning agents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, standard shampoo with no known PFAS use or water-repellent coating treatment.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Moisturizing Healthy Scalp Hydro Boost Shampoo

Neutrogena

Moisturizing Healthy Scalp Hydro Boost Shampoo

aqueous shampoo (water, surfactants, polymers)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no known water-repellent coating treatment or fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo

Neutrogena

Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo

aqueous shampoo formulation with surfactants and conditioning agents

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS indicators in standard shampoo format, but no brand disclosure.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Hair Restore Strength + Purity Shampoo

Neutrogena

Hair Restore Strength + Purity Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base (water, surfactants, conditioning agents)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off shampoo with no known triggers.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Clean Replenishing Shampoo

Neutrogena

Clean Replenishing Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base with surfactants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical rinse-off shampoo with no documented PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena T/ Sal Shampoo

Neutrogena

T/ Sal Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base with salicylic acid and sulfur

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, traditional shampoo formulation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients or treatments.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Scalp Therapy Anti-Dandruff Extra Strength Shampoo

Neutrogena

Scalp Therapy Anti-Dandruff Extra Strength Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base (surfactants, salicylic acid, conditioning agents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, rinse-off shampoo with no known PFAS-prone features, but no public PFAS commitment from Neutrogena.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena T/ Sal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Neutrogena

T/ Sal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base with salicylic acid and sulfur actives

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, no identified PFAS triggers in typical shampoo formulation.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Sensitive Skin Serum Foundation

Neutrogena

Healthy Skin Sensitive Skin Serum Foundation

liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and water base

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for PFAS, but no active reassurance from brand or testing.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Beach Defense SPF Sunscreen Lotion

Neutrogena

Beach Defense SPF Sunscreen Lotion

Oil and water-resistant lotion emulsion

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, waterproof sunscreens often use PFAS to resist sweat/water, but Neutrogena has not disclosed formulation details or testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Neutrogena Clear Face Oil-Free Sunscreen

Neutrogena

Clear Face Oil-Free Sunscreen

Oil-free sunscreen (aqueous base with UV filters, silicones)

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof sunscreens may contain PFAS for water resistance; Neutrogena discloses nothing, skip for PFAS caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch SPF Sunscreen

Neutrogena

Ultra Sheer Dry Touch SPF Sunscreen

Water-resistant sunscreen emulsion (likely silicone and/or hydrocarbon-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof sunscreens may contain PFAS for water resistance; Neutrogena discloses nothing, request their supplier data or switch to non-water-resistant formulas.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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