Acne Control Gel

Acne Control Gel

3.0
23ingredients
Facial TreatmentCeraVe

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

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganCruelty-freeSulfate-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

1 flagged

This facial treatment from CeraVe lists 23 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.

1 known irritant
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong 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

Barrier repairHydratingAnti-agingBrighteningReduces irritationGood for oily skinReduces large poresScar healingAcne fightingDark spotsSkin textureRedness reducing

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
  • 2
    AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
  • 3
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 4
    NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
  • 5
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 6
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

23

INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: salicylic acid 2% inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, sodium hydroxide, glycolic acid, lactic acid, niacinamide, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, behentrimonium methosulfate, triethyl citrate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, chlorphenesin, disodium edta, hydroxypropyl guar, caprylyl glycol, xanthan gum, phytosphingosine, benzoic acid

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Potential Concerns

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Acne Control Gel fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Acne Control Gel'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 Acne Control Gel paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Acne Control Gel'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 Acne Control Gel suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Acne Control Gel 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 Acne Control Gel against your own profile.