Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis moisturizer from Dot & Key Skincare lists 43 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens 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.
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (preservative): Benzyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- 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.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
How common are allergens in moisturizers? See our data on the whole category →
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
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
43INCI (full list, INCI order): water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, cetyl alcohol, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, dimethicone, dimethicone crosspolymer, cyclopentasiloxane, hyaluronic acid, laminaria digitata extract, cetyl-pg hydroxyethyl palmitamide, ceramide eop, ceramide ns, ceramide np, ceramide as, ceramide ap, tocopheryl acetate, polyglutamic acid, lactobacillus, maltodextrin, oryza sativa bran water, cocos nucifera oil, olea europaea fruit oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil, stearic acid, sodium polyacrylate, dicaprylyl carbonate, polyglyceryl-3 caprate, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol, bht, sodium hydroxide, xanthan gum, disodium edta, c14-22 alcohols, c12-20 alkyl glucoside, benzyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopherol
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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 DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream'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 Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream'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 Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream contains 2 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 Ceramides & Hyaluronic Skin Barrier Repair Face Cream against your own profile.

