Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis exfoliator from Dot & Key Skincare lists 23 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 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.
- Sodium hydroxideStrong 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: 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
23INCI (full list, INCI order): water, lactic acid, cyclopentasiloxane, sodium hydroxide, silanetriol, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, dimethicone, dimethicone crosspolymer, dimethylsilanol hyaluronate, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, peg-8, ananas sativus fruit extract, vitis vinifera seed extract, cucurbita pepo cotyledon extract, borago officinalis extract, xanthan gum, disodium edta, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, octenidine hcl, ci 42090, ci 45430
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask'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 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask'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 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask contains 0 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 12% AHA Exfoliating Sleep Mask against your own profile.

