Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis moisturizer from Dot & Key Skincare lists 34 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.
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (preservative): Benzyl 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.
- 4NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
34INCI (full list, INCI order): water, cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone crosspolymer, glycerin, polyacrylamide, c13-14 isoparaffin, laureth-7, niacinamide, divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer, c12-13 pareth-23, c12-13 pareth-3, saccharide isomerate, silanetriol, hyaluronic acid, benzyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopherol, methylsilanol mannuronate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, tocopheryl acetate, allantoin, sodium hydroxide, disodium edta, laminaria digitata extract, cetyl-pg hydroxyethyl palmitamide, ceramide eop, ceramide ns, ceramide np, ceramide as, ceramide ap, centella asiatica extract, avena sativa meal extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, camellia sinensis leaf extract
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- 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 Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer'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 Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer'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 Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer 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 Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer against your own profile.

