Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis facial treatment from Drunk Elephant lists 63 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- RetinolKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinol
- 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.
- Chlorhexidine digluconateKnown contact sensitizer, can cause allergic reactions ranging from contact dermatitis to anaphylaxis.
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
- 1PeptidesSupports skin hydration and improves firmness.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
- 5Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 6NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 7CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 8Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
63INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, coco-caprylate, stearic acid, coconut alkanes, glyceryl stearate, niacinamide, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetearyl alcohol, pentylene glycol, passiflora edulis seed oil, retinol, simmondsia chinensis seed oil, sclerocarya birrea seed oil, prunus armeniaca kernel oil, cetyl ethylhexanoate, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract, brassica oleracea italica extract, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, chrysin, persea gratissima oil, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, ceramide np, xanthophylls, phytosphingosine, phytosterols, jojoba esters, physalis pubescens fruit juice, stearyl glycyrrhetinate, oryza sativa extract, glycine soja oil, carthamus tinctorius seed oil, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, cetyl palmitate, trehalose, lauric acid, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, olea europaea fruit oil, glucosamine hcl, tocopheryl acetate, coco-caprylate/caprate, pisum sativum extract, tocopherol, bambusa vulgaris leaf/stem extract, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, carbomer, trideceth-6 phosphate, n-hydroxysuccinimide, ceteareth-20, sodium hydroxide, laureth-23, steareth-20, propanediol, chlorhexidine digluconate, polysorbate 20, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, chlorphenesin, potassium sorbate, ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
Frequently asked questions
Is A-Passioni Retinol Cream fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in A-Passioni Retinol 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 A-Passioni Retinol Cream paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in A-Passioni Retinol 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 A-Passioni Retinol Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. A-Passioni Retinol Cream contains 1 flagged allergen and 2 irritants (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 A-Passioni Retinol Cream against your own profile.

