Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis cleanser from COSRX lists 24 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Potassium hydroxideHighly alkaline and corrosive in concentrated form; can cause burns and irritation if not properly diluted and neutralized. It is used in very small quantities to adjust pH.
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 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
Key Ingredients
- 1BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
24INCI (full list, INCI order): water, myristic acid, sodium chloride, ethyl hexanediol, cocamidopropyl betaine, citrus limon fruit oil, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, ethylhexylglycerin, stearic acid, peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, polysorbate 80, caprylyl glycol, glycerin, potassium hydroxide, salicylic acid, lauric acid, butylene glycol, salix alba bark water, 1, 2-hexanediol, disodium edta, glycol distearate, melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, citric acid
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- 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 DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser'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 Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser'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 Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser contains 1 flagged allergen 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 Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser against your own profile.

