Fresh New Moisturizer for All Skin Types

It's finally spring time which means I FINALLY have some time for the blog! I fully intend to update as much as possible from here forward, so what better way to start back up then with a new product for you!

I got the chance to try out a new product from Neutrogena over the past few weeks - it's the Hydro Boost Water Gel! From the Neutrogena website:

Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day.

Naturally found in the skin, hydrating hyaluronic acid acts as a sponge for dry skin cells, moisturizing with up to 1,000 times its weight in water, resulting in more supple and smooth skin.

• Oil-free
• Non-comedogenic
• Purified Hyaluronic acid
• Wearable under makeup 

Image taken from neutrogena.com

I was really excited to receive this product in a VoxBox - it could not have come at a better time. My skin has been unreasonably dry this winter. I've never really had dry skin before - it's always been oily. Even during the winter. But this year I just cannot get rid of the rough, dry patches on and around my nose. I also have a dry area at the top of my forehead. I was excited to see if this product could help alleviate my dry skin issues!

When I opened the product, I was surprised at how watery it was. I ended up spilling some of it all over my arm because I didn't realize it was going to be that way - so be careful when opening! Aside from it being watery, the texture feels amazingly good when you touch the product. It feels light and watery, but not overly wet. It's really something you just have to feel to understand. I loved the feel of it right away. I then applied it to my face. It felt nice going on, but it tingled a bit on my skin. Not horribly, just a slight tingle - definitely the hyaluronic acid. After a few minutes of letting it sink in, my face had a familiar feel. It was soft and felt hydrated in places, but it felt like it feels after I apply Benefit's Porefessional. Which is a good thing because it always feels smooth after that. I was a little bit bummed when it didn't work wonders on my dry patches, though. (But really, nothing helps the dry patches!)

I was a little disappointed that the ingredients include dimethicone. I know it's approved by the FDA for use in cosmetics, but I don't necessarily think that it's good for MY skin type. (You know - large, easily clogged pores, acne-prone...) I do think that if your skin is normal - not overly dry, no gigantic pores - you will definitely enjoy this product!

I played around with the best time to use this product, and now I am using it at the end of my nighttime routine after applying a heavier moisturizer. I am loving how my face feels before bed now! I think my skin just needs a bit more hydration - I may be a better candidate for the Hydro Boost Gel Cream Extra-Dry Skin.

I would definitely recommend this product because it definitely works on the "normal" areas on my face. You can buy the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel at your local pharmacy or grocery store. It retails for $18.99.

Disclaimer - I received this product complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. All opinions are my own.

Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day. - See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do#sthash.OIWxvI2x.dpuf

Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day.
- See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do#sthash.OIWxvI2x.dpuf

Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day.
- See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do#sthash.OIWxvI2x.dpuf

Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day.
- See more at: http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do#sthash.OIWxvI2x.dpuf