Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis facial treatment from Avène lists 24 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Sodium hydroxideStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.
Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
24INCI (full list, INCI order): water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, pentaerythrityl tetracaprylate/tetracaprate, triethylhexanoin, squalane, cetearyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, niacinamide, c20-22 alkyl phosphate, c20-22 alcohols, butyrospermum parkii butter, aquaphilus dolomiae ferment filtrate, arginine, caprylyl glycol, cetearyl glucoside, copper sulfate, sodium benzoate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide, tocopheryl acetate, tromethamine, xanthan gum, zinc sulfate
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.
Is Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion contains 0 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Cicalfate+ Hydrating Skin Recovery Emulsion against your own profile.

