Refreshing Facial Wash INCI List & Ingredients | Cien

Allergen & irritant analysis

7 flagged

This cleanser from Cien lists 24 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives were detected in the listed ingredients.

6 known allergens in this formula

1 known irritant

Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
Decyl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
Cocamidopropyl betaine · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
Sodium laureth sulfate · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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: MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. Contains: added fragrance, parabens, SLS / SLES sulfates.

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

People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone skin

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

Benefits

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairBrighteningReduces irritationRedness reducingGood for oily skinReduces large poresSkin texture

Key Ingredients

1
AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
2
Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
3
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

INCI (full list, INCI order): glycerin, water, citric acid, panthenol, sodium benzoate, tocopheryl acetate, disodium edta, parfum, decyl glucoside, phenoxyethanol, cocamidopropyl betaine, propylene glycol, sodium chloride, sodium laureth sulfate, dibutyl adipate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, methylparaben, sodium hydroxide, allantoin, cetearyl alcohol, ci 42090, lecithin, polysorbate 20, potassium sorbate

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8parfum 9decyl glucoside11cocamidopropyl betaine 12propylene glycol14sodium laureth sulfate17methylparaben

Potential Concerns

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Refreshing Facial Wash 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 Refreshing Facial Wash with caution and patch test before full use.

Does Refreshing Facial Wash contain parabens?

Yes, Refreshing Facial Wash'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 Refreshing Facial Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Refreshing Facial Wash contains 6 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 Refreshing Facial Wash against your own profile.