Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-08-06 · 3 waves. Use the controls above to change the window.
Sunscreen · 3 waves · n=300 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 30% | 30 of 100 |
| Claude | 26% | 26 of 100 |
| Gemini | 17% | 17 of 100 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | 23% | 27 of 120 | |
| 2026-07-31 | 20% | 18 of 90 | -3 points |
| 2026-08-06 | 31% | 28 of 90 | +11 points |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“While Neutrogena is an excellent, dermatologist-recommended, budget-friendly brand, its formulas are much more traditional.”
“While Neutrogena is a highly accessible, budget-friendly drugstore option, **EltaMD is a far better investment for your daily skincare routine and long-term skin health.”
“| A **matte face SPF** | **Neutrogena Clear Face SPF 50** | Oil-free, fragrance-free, non-comedogenic option aimed at oily/acne-prone skin | **$12.”
“Get **Neutrogena**.”
“, broad-spectrum SPF 50 formulas that are water-resistant, oil-free, and non-comedogenic.”
“Pick a **broad-spectrum, water-resistant SPF 30+** Neutrogena sunscreen—the brand has more reliably easy-to-find options for both face and body.”
“, broad-spectrum SPF 50 formulas that are water-resistant, oil-free, and non-comedogenic.”
“It’s the better one-brand choice for most people because it offers reliable, broadly available, usually more affordable **broad-spectrum SPF 30+** options—including water-resistant body formulas—so you’re more likely to apply enough and repurchase it.”
“As one of the most widely recommended drugstore skincare brands by dermatologists, Neutrogena excels at delivering science-backed, highly effective ingredients (like hyaluronic acid, retinol, and benzoyl peroxide) at an accessible price point (mostly between $8 and $25).”
“You should get **Neutrogena**. If you can only buy one, Neutrogena is the superior choice for sunscreen.”
373 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“**Neutrogena** (basic lines like Beach Defense, not the pricier serums) – frequently discounted at drugstores.”
“Neutrogena Age Shield or Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 70 – around $12, and excellent for a beach day”
“Neutrogena's Ultra Sheer Dry Touch sunscreen has been on sale for the lowest price seen recently, around $8 (normally $13).”
“popular brands like Neutrogena and Naked Sundays for as little as $7”
“Neutrogena's various lines (lotions, sprays)”
“**Neutrogena** (basic lines like Beach Defense, not the premium "Ultra Sheer" or "Purescreen" lines) – Sometimes pricier but still inexpensive relative to prestige brands, and good if you have sensitive skin.”
“It's oil-free, fragrance-free, and non-comedogenic, allowing skin to breathe without causing breakouts while working well under makeup, with a matte finish and water-resistant protection. Note that some users report a slight white cast and ”
“Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Face SPF 50 — drugstore face option; 100% zinc oxide, fragrance-, dye-, paraben-, and phthalate-free, though it may feel a little drying or leave a cast on some skin tones.”
“Neutrogena's value really depends on what you're looking for and your skin type/budget, but here's a general breakdown:”
“Whether Neutrogena is "worth it" really depends on your skin type, budget, and specific needs.”
“Johnson & Johnson faced a class action alleging deceptive advertising by failing to warn consumers about unsafe benzene levels in its Neutrogena sunscreen”
“One long-time reviewer noted being amazed by how smoothly it applied and how well it moisturized without breaking them out, after previously using an overpriced Neutrogena moisturizer that didn't control oil or moisturize well.”
“While Neutrogena is a highly accessible, budget-friendly drugstore brand with excellent body sunscreens (like the *Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch*), its facial formulas are heavily chemical-based. Many users report that Neutrogena sunscreens pill un”
“The contamination came from the aerosol propellant used to spray the product out of the can—a manufacturing issue that impacted dozens of brands (including Neutrogena and Aveeno) at the time.”
“Along with several other major brands (like Neutrogena and Coppertone), Banana Boat had to voluntarily recall certain batches”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
48 of 373 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| youtube.com | 8 |
| insiderbeauty.com | 7 |
| reddit.com | 7 |
| koreancosmetics.cy | 6 |
| healio.com | 4 |
| lemon8-app.com | 4 |
| thingtesting.com | 3 |
| skinsort.com | 3 |
| walgreens.com | 3 |
| walmart.com | 2 |
| cosmetics.lk | 2 |
| cbsnews.com | 2 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Neutrogena (direct) | 36 |
| Target | 10 |
| Walmart | 6 |
| Amazon | 5 |
| CVS | 4 |
| drugstores | 4 |
| drugstore | 2 |
| grocery store | 2 |
| supermarkets | 2 |
| online | 2 |
| grocery stores | 2 |
| Slickdeals | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.