Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis moisturizer from Dot & Key Skincare lists 35 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- 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: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive 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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
Full Ingredient List
35INCI (full list, INCI order): water, dicaprylyl ether, glycerin, dimethicone, butyrospermum parkii butter, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, cetearyl alcohol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, acacia senegal gum, xanthan gum, niacinamide, saccharide isomerate, citric acid, sodium citrate, allantoin, panthenol, tocopheryl acetate, methylsilanol mannuronate, sodium hydroxide, disodium edta, betaine, citrus sinensis fruit extract, terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, rosa rubiginosa seed oil, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, bht, parfum, ci 15985, ci 19140
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vitamin C + E Moisturizer contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Vitamin C + E Moisturizer with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Vitamin C + E Moisturizer paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Vitamin C + E 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 Vitamin C + E Moisturizer suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Vitamin C + E 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 Vitamin C + E Moisturizer against your own profile.

