Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis body lotion from Chemist at Play lists 21 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- RetinolKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinol
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
Key Ingredients
- 1RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
21INCI (full list, INCI order): water, helianthus annuus seed oil, propanediol, c13-14 isoparaffin, glyceryl stearate, stearic acid, cetearyl alcohol, cyclopentasiloxane, butyrospermum parkii butter, niacinamide, cetyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, phenoxyethanol, parfum, retinol, tocopheryl acetate, glycerin, oryza sativa cera, phospholipids, sphingolipids, disodium edta
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion'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 Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Retinol Age Defence Body 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 Retinol Age Defence Body Lotion against your own profile.

