Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis facial treatment from CeraVe 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
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 3BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 4NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 6ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
24INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, sodium hydroxide, glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic 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 Blemish Control Gel fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Blemish 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 Blemish Control Gel paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Blemish 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 Blemish Control Gel suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Blemish 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 Blemish Control Gel against your own profile.

