Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis wash-off mask from Kiehl's lists 28 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 4 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 5 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (limonene, citral, citrus limon peel oil, citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, pelargonium graveolens flower oil). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- LimoneneKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- CitralKnown allergen (fragrance): Citral
- Citrus limon peel oilContains potential sensitizers and EU 26 fragrance allergens (e.g., Limonene, Citral), which can cause skin irritation or photosensitivity, especially when exposed to sunlight.
- 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.
- Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilContains EU 26 fragrance allergens (e.g., Limonene).
- Pelargonium graveolens flower oilContains potential sensitizers (e.g., geraniol, citronellol) and is a known fragrance allergen.
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
- 1Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
28INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, butylene glycol, ppg-26-buteth-26, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, carbomer, calendula officinalis flower, phenoxyethanol, limonene, calendula officinalis flower extract, ethylhexylglycerin, citrus limon peel oil, paeonia suffruticosa root extract, scutellaria baicalensis root extract, sodium hydroxide, citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, tocopheryl acetate, cassia angustifolia seed polysaccharide, pelargonium graveolens flower oil, anthemis nobilis flower oil, citral, citric acid, potassium sorbate, artemisia absinthium extract, sodium benzoate, tocopherol
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 5 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: limonene, citral, citrus limon peel oil, citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, pelargonium graveolens flower oil. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque'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 Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque contains 2 flagged allergens and 4 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 Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Masque against your own profile.