Allergen & irritant analysis
This serum from Deconstruct lists 12 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis found no commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants in the INCI list — though no formula is universally safe. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
No commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants were detected in the listed ingredients — though no formula is universally safe.
Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
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
- 1AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 2Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
12INCI (full list, INCI order): water, lactic acid, glycerin, lactococcus ferment lysate, hyaluronic acid, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, palmatine, sodium benzoate, citric acid, sodium gluconate, betaine
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beginners Exfoliating Serum fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Beginners Exfoliating Serum'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 Beginners Exfoliating Serum paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Beginners Exfoliating 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 Beginners Exfoliating Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
No commonly-flagged allergens or irritants were detected in Beginners Exfoliating Serum, which is encouraging for reactive skin — but "no known flags" isn't the same as "safe for everyone." Patch test before full use, and check it against your own allergen profile on AllerNote.

