Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis moisturizer from Cetaphil lists 16 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant 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
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- 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, 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
- 1UreaGently exfoliates and deeply moisturizes.
Full Ingredient List
16INCI (full list, INCI order): water, urea 20%, cetyl lactate, myristyl lactate, glycerin, propylene glycol, prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, glyceryl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, ceteareth-20, dimethicone, carbomer, methylparaben, propylparaben, sodium hydroxide
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- 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.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Is Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream'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 Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream contain parabens?
Yes, Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream'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 Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream contains 4 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 Exfoliating Rough & Bumpy Cream against your own profile.

