Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis cleanser from Drunk Elephant lists 23 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.
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Lauryl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Lauryl Glucoside
- 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 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
- 1Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
23INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium methyl oleoyl taurate, propanediol, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, glycolipids, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, lauryl glucoside, cucumis melo cantalupensis fruit extract, sclerocarya birrea seed oil, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, tocopherol, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide, sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, polylysine
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- 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 Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser'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 Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser'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 Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser 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 Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser against your own profile.

