Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis cleanser from Mamaearth lists 20 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 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: 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
- 1ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
20INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, polyacrylate-33, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycerin, sodium pca, betaine, phenoxyethanol, coffea arabica seed extract, sodium hydroxide, parfum, sodium benzoate, charcoal powder, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, niacinamide, panthenol, kaolin, ethylhexylglycerin, melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
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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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Charcoal Face Wash 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 Charcoal Face Wash with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Charcoal Face Wash paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Charcoal Face Wash'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 Charcoal Face Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Charcoal Face Wash 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 Charcoal Face Wash against your own profile.

