Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis cleanser from Mamaearth lists 16 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (citrus limon peel oil). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
- Sodium metabisulfiteKnown allergen (preservative): Sodium Metabisulfite
- 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.
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 sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
- 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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
Full Ingredient List
16INCI (full list, INCI order): water, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, sodium cocoyl isethionate, decyl glucoside, olea europaea fruit oil, sodium metabisulfite, cucumis sativus fruit extract, curcuma longa root extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, citric acid, citrus limon peel oil, sodium ascorbyl phosphate
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vitamin C Face Wash contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: citrus limon peel oil. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Vitamin C Face Wash with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Vitamin C Face Wash paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Vitamin C 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 Vitamin C Face Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Vitamin C Face Wash contains 3 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 Vitamin C Face Wash against your own profile.

