Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sheet mask from Garnier lists 24 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 2 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.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Potassium hydroxideHighly 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.
- AlcoholKnown sensitizer/irritant
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
- 1Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
24INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propylene glycol, glycerin, peg-32, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, pvm/ma copolymer, papain, potassium hydroxide, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, sodium hyaluronate, ananas sativus fruit extract, p-anisic acid, alcohol, propanediol, sucrose, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, hydroxyacetophenone, hydroxyethylcellulose, capryloyl salicylic acid, xanthan gum, fucus vesiculosus extract, sodium benzoate, phenoxyethanol, parfum
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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 Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening 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 Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Pure Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Pure Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening'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 Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Pure Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening contains 2 flagged allergens 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 Pure Charcoal Face Mask – Pore Tightening against your own profile.

