Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis moisturizer from CeraVe lists 25 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- PropylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
Not detected: added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: parabens.
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
Key Ingredients
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 3BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
25INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: salicylic acid 3% inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, paraffinum liquidum, behentrimonium methosulfate, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, ammonium lactate, glyceryl stearate se, peg-100 stearate, zea mays oil, cholecalciferol, dimethicone, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, cholesterol, phytosphingosine, hyaluronic acid, sodium lauroyl lactylate, disodium edta, triethanolamine, methylparaben, propylparaben, carbomer, xanthan gum
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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 Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Renewing SA Lotion fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Renewing SA Lotion'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.
Does Renewing SA Lotion contain parabens?
Yes, Renewing SA Lotion's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.
Is Renewing SA Lotion suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Renewing SA Lotion contains 3 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 Renewing SA Lotion against your own profile.

