Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin

Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin

5.0
14ingredients
MoisturizerAveeno

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Reef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganOil-freeCruelty-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

2 flagged

This moisturizer from Aveeno lists 14 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

2 known allergens in this formula
  • Benzalkonium chloride · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzalkonium Chloride
  • Cetyl alcohol · emollient · lowKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

  • People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingBarrier repairReduces irritationRedness reducingScar healingAnti-agingBrightening

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

14

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, panthenol, distearyldimonium chloride, petrolatum, isopropyl palmitate, cetyl alcohol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, avena sativa kernel oil, steareth-20, benzalkonium chloride, ceramide np, avena sativa kernel extract, sodium chloride

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7cetyl alcohol11benzalkonium chloride

Potential Concerns

  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

Frequently asked questions

Is Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin'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 Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin'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 Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin contains 2 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (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 Calm + Restore Skin Therapy Balm for Sensitive Skin against your own profile.