Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Perfector Pen

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Perfector Pen
7.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.5 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Perfector Pen:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Perfector Pen:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.2 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Neutrogena Healthy Skin Glow Perfector Pen has a moisturizing rating of 7.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 4.5 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Dimethicone (est. ≈3.0%) and Trimethylsiloxysilicate (est. ≈2.5%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Glycerin
6
Methyl Trimethicone
4
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
3
Dimethicone
2.5
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
2
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
1.5
Phenyl Trimethicone
1.3
Pentylene Glycol
1
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Isododecane
0.3
Cetyl PCA
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Magnesium Sulfate
0.3
Silica
0.3
Disteardimonium Hectorite
0.3
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
0.3
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
0.3
Aluminum Hydroxide
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Glyceryl Caprylate
0.3
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
0.3
Mica
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Methyl Trimethicone
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
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Dimethicone
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Trimethylsiloxysilicate
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Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
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Phenyl Trimethicone
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Pentylene Glycol
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Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Isododecane
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Cetyl PCA
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Magnesium Sulfate
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Silica
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Disteardimonium Hectorite
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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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Aluminum Hydroxide
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Glyceryl Caprylate
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ratings

All humectants
11.2
9
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
9.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 11.2 10
10.0
9
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 9.0 20
4.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
Moisturizing rating
7.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 11.2 10
10
All humectants
11.2
9
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
2.5
2
1.5
All occlusives 9.0 20
4.5
All occlusives
9.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Methyl Trimethicone
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Methyl TrimethiconeA lightweight and volatile silicone known for its excellent solvency. This silicone has a silky, cushiony feel with excellent lubricity and is commonly used as an emollient in silicone-based skincare products.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
Dimethicone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
TrimethylsiloxysilicateAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient silicone resin that smoothes and softens the appearance of the skin. It also protects a product from rinsing away too easily with water, sweat, or friction.
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Description is coming soon

Phenyl Trimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Phenyl TrimethiconeA silicone fluid that is used as an occlusive moisturizer. It applies smoothly to the skin and reduces the tack associated with organic oils.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Isododecane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
IsododecaneAn emollient derived from petroleum with high spreadability. It is often used as a replacement for oils and silicones because it leaves no residue behind on the skin. When a product is labeled as “oil-free” it may contain isododecane instead of heavier oils.
Cetyl PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl PCADescription is coming soon
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Magnesium Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium SulfateA naturally occurring mineral that is commonly used in skincare products as a bulking agent. It helps to control the viscosity of products by making them thicker.
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disteardimonium HectoriteA clay ingredient that functions primarily as a viscosity controlling agent that thickens all types of formulas. Disteardimonium hectorite imparts a smooth, velvety feel, making it a luxurious addition to any formula.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerThis ingredient can refer to several kinds of dimethicone crosspolymers. Like other silicones, it makes products feel slippery and non-greasy but can also increase the thickness or improve the water-resistance of a formula.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethoxycaprylylsilaneA binding and coating ingredient that allows pigments like iron oxides and mica to disperse better in oily environments. This leads to more vibrant colors.
Aluminum Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum HydroxideA white mineral powder, also known as alumina, that is derived from aluminum metal. It is frequently used as an abrasive in exfoliating products and as a thickener. Aluminum oxide is also a great opacifier.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Glyceryl Caprylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl CaprylateA waxy solid derived from vegetable oils that has emollient and emulsifying properties. It is also known to boost the efficacy of organic acid preservatives by destabilizing the microbe's cell membrane.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateA chelating agent that disables harmful heavy metal ions present in skincare.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Mica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)Also known as iron (III) oxide, this ingredient is a yellow-colored pigment that can either be derived from minerals or produced synthetically. It adds yellow tones to cosmetic products.