Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis cleanser from Dot & Key Skincare lists 30 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.
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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
- 1AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
30INCI (full list, INCI order): water, myristic acid, glycerin, acrylates/steareth-20 methacrylate crosspolymer, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, stearic acid, lauric acid, glycol stearate, cocamidopropyl betaine, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, octenidine hcl, lactic acid, glycolic acid, vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, saccharum officinarum extract, citric acid, citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, citrus limon fruit extract, acer saccharum extract, tartaric acid, malic acid, nelumbo nucifera flower extract, fucus vesiculosus extract, disodium edta, peg-45m, ci 42090
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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.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Is Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash'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 Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash'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 Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash 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 Deep Pore Foaming Face Wash against your own profile.

