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
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Daily Facial Moisturizer
Water, glycerin, dimethicone, emollients, typical moisturizer base
Lower concern, standard facial moisturizer with no known PFAS drivers, but Neutrogena has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hydro Boost Water Gel
Water-based gel with glycerin and humectants
Lower-concern cosmetic formula; no known PFAS triggers, but Neutrogena has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Ultra Gentle Daily Face Moisturizer with SPF 30
water-based emulsion with mineral sunscreen filters
Lower PFAS concern for typical moisturizer; mineral sunscreen formula reduces waterproofing chemistry risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hydro Boost Water Cream
Water-based emulsion cream; no Teflon-type coating, Teflon-family coating, or durable water repellency claimed
Lower concern; typical moisturizer with no known PFAS-linked ingredients or treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hydro Boost SPF 50 Moisturizer
Water-based moisturizer with humectants (hyaluronic acid); no coating or treatment
Lower PFAS concern, standard moisturizer formula with no known triggers, but no brand transparency on ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturizer
Water gel emulsion (glycerin, hydrating polymer base)
Lower PFAS concern; typical water-gel moisturizer with no known high-risk chemistries.
⚠Risky category by default
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Ultra Gentle Face & Body Moisturizing Cream
Water-based cream emulsion (glycerin, water, mineral oil, humectants)
Lower concern, moisturizing creams lack common PFAS drivers, but brand makes no transparency statement.
⚠Risky category by default
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Radiant Tinted Face Moisturizer Sheer
Water-based gel moisturizer with mica, iron oxides, silicones
Lower concern; typical cosmetic without known PFAS drivers, but no brand commitment to transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
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Lot Of 10 New 4 French Milled Bath Hand Soap Boxed 6 Toiletries - New Beauty
soap bar (tallow/vegetable oil base with fragrances)
Lower PFAS concern, traditional soap bars rarely use intentional PFAS, but Neutrogena doesn't disclose formulation details.
⚠Risky category by default
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Liquid - New Beauty | Color: Gold
liquid cosmetic formulation (presumed water, glycerin, pigments, preservatives)
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid cosmetic, but Neutrogena offers no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty
aqueous liquid soap formulation (water, surfactants, glycerin)
Lower PFAS concern, simple rinse-off cleanser with no known treatment triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
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Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup SPF 20
water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, polymers)
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid makeup; no waterproofing claim triggers risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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Healthy Skin Anti-Aging Perfector
Liquid cosmetic cream (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern, conventional cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone features, but brand silence limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
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Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup, Buff 310w, 1 fl. oz, Size: 1 fl oz (30mL)
liquid makeup (water, glycerin, pigments, polymers)
Lower concern for PFAS; standard liquid makeup with no known waterproofing treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation
Mineral powder (talc-free base, iron oxides, mica)
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral powder, no waterproofing or known Teflon-family coating typical in this category.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint
Water-based tint, pigments, humectants
Lower concern for typical use; no known PFAS risks in formula, but Neutrogena makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation
mineral powder (iron oxides, mica, talc/silica blend)
Lower concern; mineral powders rarely require PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
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(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)
Lower PFAS concern for this cosmetic formula; no waterproofing triggers typical of PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
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T/Sal Therapeutic Shampoo
aqueous liquid shampoo (salicylic acid, conditioning agents)
Lower concern, standard shampoo with no known PFAS use or water-repellent coating treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Moisturizing Healthy Scalp Hydro Boost Shampoo
aqueous shampoo (water, surfactants, polymers)
Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no known water-repellent coating treatment or fluorinated additives.
⚠Risky category by default
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Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo
aqueous shampoo formulation with surfactants and conditioning agents
Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS indicators in standard shampoo format, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hair Restore Strength + Purity Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base (water, surfactants, conditioning agents)
Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off shampoo with no known triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
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Clean Replenishing Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with surfactants
Lower concern; typical rinse-off shampoo with no documented PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
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T/ Sal Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with salicylic acid and sulfur
Lower concern, traditional shampoo formulation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients or treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
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Scalp Therapy Anti-Dandruff Extra Strength Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base (surfactants, salicylic acid, conditioning agents)
Lower concern, rinse-off shampoo with no known PFAS-prone features, but no public PFAS commitment from Neutrogena.
⚠Risky category by default
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T/ Sal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with salicylic acid and sulfur actives
Lower concern, no identified PFAS triggers in typical shampoo formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Healthy Skin Sensitive Skin Serum Foundation
liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and water base
Lower concern for PFAS, but no active reassurance from brand or testing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Beach Defense SPF Sunscreen Lotion
Oil and water-resistant lotion emulsion
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
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Clear Face Oil-Free Sunscreen
Oil-free sunscreen (aqueous base with UV filters, silicones)
Waterproof sunscreens may contain PFAS for water resistance; Neutrogena discloses nothing, skip for PFAS caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Ultra Sheer Dry Touch SPF Sunscreen
Water-resistant sunscreen emulsion (likely silicone and/or hydrocarbon-based)
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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