Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum INCI List & Ingredients | Cetaphil

Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This serum from Cetaphil lists 32 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (mentha piperita leaf extract). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

3 known irritants

Alcohol · solventKnown sensitizer/irritant
Mentha piperita leaf extract · fragranceContains menthol, which is a known sensitizer and can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
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: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin

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

Benefits

HydratingBrighteningReduces irritationReduces large poresRedness reducingScar healingBarrier repairGood for oily skinSkin textureAcne fightingAnti-agingDark spots

Key Ingredients

1
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
2
AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
3
Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
4
NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.

Full Ingredient List

32

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, methyl gluceth-20, butylene glycol, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, niacinamide, glycerin, citric acid, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol, sorbitan oleate decylglucoside crosspolymer, hydroxyacetophenone, alcohol, disodium edta, sodium pca, caprylyl glycol, malva sylvestris flower/leaf/stem extract, mentha piperita leaf extract, primula veris flower extract, alchemilla vulgaris flower/leaf/stem extract, veronica officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract, melissa officinalis leaf extract, achillea millefolium flower/leaf/stem extract, erythritol, carrageenan, citrus paradisi peel extract, citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, benzoic acid, sodium hydroxide, sorbic acid, citrus limon peel extract, bht

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Potential Concerns

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.
May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: mentha piperita leaf extract. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum'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 Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum contains 0 flagged allergens and 3 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 Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum against your own profile.