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Experts recommend Neutrogena Hydro Boost more than Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

As of 8 Jan 2025, experts prefer Neutrogena Hydro Boost over Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream, but both Body Lotions have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Neutrogena Hydro Boost received 4 recommendations: from Oprah Daily (15 Jun 2023), NewBeauty (21 Jan 2022) CNET (28 Jul 2022) and 1 other. By contrast, Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream received only 2 recommendations from The Strategist (17 Dec 2024) and Byrdie (21 Nov 2024).

Rank Change Price Body Lotion
Reviewed
Today
Her Stylecode
Oprah Daily
NewBeauty
Allure
CNET
The Strategist
Byrdie
Shape
7
- $11
Neutrogena Hydro Boost
Versatile skincare line suitable for all skin types, offering lightweight hydration and dermatologist-recommended benefits for dry, sensitive, oily, and combination skin.
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9
5
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2
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9
26
- $17
Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
Non-greasy and fragrance-free moisturizer that provides long-lasting hydration for dry and sensitive skin types.
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12
12
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 17 Dec 2024 The Strategist ranked Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream as #12
    Rank Body Lotion Comment
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    #12 out of 15 Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
    Best less-expensive exfoliating body lotion for dry skin
    ... ... ...
    Source: nymag.com
  • On 21 Nov 2024 Byrdie ranked Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream as #12
    Rank Body Lotion Comment
    ... ... ...
    #12 out of 16 Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
    Best for Sensitive Skin
    ... ... ...
  • On 15 Jun 2023 Oprah Daily ranked Neutrogena Hydro Boost as #9
    Rank Body Lotion Comment
    ... ... ...
    #9 out of 16 Neutrogena Hydro Boost
    Best Lightweight
    ... ... ...
  • On 21 Jan 2022 NewBeauty ranked Neutrogena Hydro Boost as #5
    Rank Body Lotion
    ... ...
    #5 out of 18 Neutrogena Hydro Boost
    ... ...
  • On 28 Jul 2022 CNET ranked Neutrogena Hydro Boost as #2
    Rank Body Lotion Comment
    ... ... ...
    #2 out of 6 Neutrogena Hydro Boost
    Best lotion for oily skin
    ... ... ...
  • On 8 Jun 2021 Shape ranked Neutrogena Hydro Boost as #9
    Rank Body Lotion
    ... ...
    #9 out of 9 Neutrogena Hydro Boost

After counting and adding up the 135 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Neutrogena Hydro Boost outranks Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream. This is not to say that Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream is a bad option. Like Neutrogena Hydro Boost, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Neutrogena Hydro Boost outranks Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream by 19 positions. This indicates that, as of 8 Jan 2025, Neutrogena Hydro Boost is more critically acclaimed than Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream.
Rank Change Price Body Lotion
Reviewed
Today
Her Stylecode
Oprah Daily
NewBeauty
Allure
CNET
The Strategist
Byrdie
Shape
1
- $20
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+
Highly recommended body lotion for those with dry, rough, and sensitive skin types, including those with eczema and atopic dermatitis, thanks to its nourishing ingredients and 48-hour hydration.
13
7
-
4
8
4
1
5
-
7
2
- $16
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Fragrance-free body lotion that contains natural colloidal oatmeal and rich emollients to improve the health of dry skin in one day, leaving it healthy-looking, plump, and radiant.
10
-
7
2
6
-
3
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3
- $14
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion is a versatile and effective moisturizer suitable for various skin types, containing essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and glycerin to provide 24-hour hydration, prevent water loss, and improve the skin's natural barrier function.
6
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13
17
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2
-
8
4
- $20
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
Fragrance-free daily moisturizer suitable for various skin types, providing long-lasting hydration and restoring the skin's natural protective barrier.
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11
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9
10
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4
10
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [14]

95
Total expert reviews: 14
  • with a score: 3
  • without a score: 11
Highest score by IMBB
100
Average score based on 14 reviews
95
Lowest score by voobeauty.com
90

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [10]

No critic scores
Total expert reviews: 10
  • with a score: 0
  • without a score: 10
From Seller:
  • CETAPHIL BODY MOISTURIZING CREAM: Clinically proven to provide immediate and lasting 24 hour relief from dry to very dry skin
  • COMPLETELY RESTORES SKIN BARRIER IN 1 WEEK: binds water to the skin, preventing moisture loss to hydrate and protect skin from dryness
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From Seller:
  • Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Body Gel Cream with Hyaluronic Acid instantly quenches thirsty skin
  • Refreshing and ultra-light body gel formula is powered by Hyaluronic Acid, a hydrator found naturally in the skin
  • Read more
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