Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic

Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic

25ingredients
TonerGarnier

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeCruelty-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganAlcohol-freeFragrance-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

5 flagged

This toner from Garnier lists 25 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 3 common irritants 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.

2 known allergens in this formula
3 known irritants
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
  • Hamamelis virginiana water · activeCan be sensitizing or irritating for some individuals, especially if formulated with alcohol, due to its natural tannin content.
  • Potassium hydroxide · pH adjusterHighly 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: 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

HydratingGood for oily skinAcne fightingBrighteningReduces large poresScar healingBarrier repairAnti-agingReduces irritationDark spots

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 3
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 4
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

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INCI (full list, INCI order): water, alcohol denat., peg-8, propylene glycol, butylene glycol, peg-20, ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, bht, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, capryloyl salicylic acid, caprylyl glycol, carbomer, disodium edta, glycerin, hamamelis virginiana water, maltodextrin, peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin, phenoxyethanol, potassium hydroxide, ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30, salicylic acid, salix alba bark extract, t-butyl alcohol, tocopherol, parfum

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2alcohol denat.4propylene glycol25parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic 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 Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic'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 Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic contains 2 flagged allergens and 3 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 Pure Active Sensitive Anti Blemish Clarifying Tonic against your own profile.