Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis body wash from Eucerin lists 18 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens 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
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Sodium coco-sulfateA strong anionic surfactant, similar to Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), and can be irritating or sensitizing to skin and scalp for some individuals, especially at higher concentrations or with prolonged exposure.
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
- 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.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
18INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, sodium coco-sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, citric acid, ricinus communis seed oil, olea europaea fruit oil, glycine soja oil, niacinamide, panthenol, pantolactone, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, propyl gallate, sodium benzoate, parfum
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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 EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Does pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl 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 pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl with caution and patch test before full use.
Is pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl'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 pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl 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 pH5 Pflegendes Duschgel & Öl against your own profile.

