Gentle Makeup Remover

Gentle Makeup Remover

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17ingredients
Makeup RemoverCetaphil

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

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Oil-freeReef-safeParaben-freeSulfate-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganAlcohol-freeCruelty-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-free
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Allergen & irritant analysis

2 flagged

This makeup remover from Cetaphil lists 17 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
  • Benzyl alcohol · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzyl 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)

How common are allergens in makeup removers? See our data on the whole category →

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

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Benefits

HydratingReduces irritationRedness reducingScar healingBarrier repairAnti-agingBrighteningReduces large pores

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

17

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, cyclopentasiloxane, dipropylene glycol, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, cucumis sativus fruit extract, panax ginseng root extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, glycerin, potassium phosphate, dipotassium phosphate, poloxamer 184, benzalkonium chloride, tetrasodium edta, benzyl alcohol, sodium chloride, citric acid, allantoin

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12benzalkonium chloride

Potential Concerns

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gentle Makeup Remover fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Gentle Makeup Remover'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 Gentle Makeup Remover paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Gentle Makeup Remover'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 Gentle Makeup Remover suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Gentle Makeup Remover 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 Gentle Makeup Remover against your own profile.