Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis exfoliator from Kiehl's lists 25 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen 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.
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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.
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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 3AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 4Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 5Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
Full Ingredient List
25INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propylene glycol, behenyl betaine, ppg-5-ceteth-10 phosphate, peg-100 stearate, glyceryl stearate, phenoxyethanol, sodium chloride, luffa cylindrica fruit, sodium hydroxide, citric acid, peg-32, prunus armeniaca seed powder, tocopherol, propanediol, ethylhexylglycerin, allantoin, ascorbyl palmitate, sesamum indicum seed oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, prunus armeniaca kernel oil, bht, ananas sativus fruit extract, papain
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub'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 Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub'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 Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub contains 1 flagged allergen 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 Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub against your own profile.

