Allergen & irritant analysis
10 flaggedThis facial treatment from Neutrogena lists 37 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens and 5 common irritants in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Benzalkonium chlorideKnown allergen (preservative): Benzalkonium Chloride
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- PropylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
- Hamamelis virginiana waterCan be sensitizing or irritating for some individuals, especially if formulated with alcohol, due to its natural tannin content.
- Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extractContains cinnamaldehyde, an EU 26 fragrance allergen and known skin sensitizer.
- AlcoholKnown sensitizer/irritant
- 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, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: parabens.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
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
- 1BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
37INCI (full list, INCI order): water, alcohol denat., glycerin, polyacrylate-13, cyclopentasiloxane, polyisobutene, c12-15 alkyl lactate, hamamelis virginiana water, cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, cedrus atlantica bark extract, portulaca oleracea extract, sarcosine, cetyl lactate, ppg-2 isoceteth-20 acetate, butylene glycol, hexylene glycol, cocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, salicylic acid, capryloyl glycine, propylene glycol, alcohol, phenethyl dimethicone, cetyl alcohol, polysorbate 20, polysorbate 60, dehydroxanthan gum, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium chloride, disodium edta, citric acid, disodium phosphate, sodium phosphate, sodium hydroxide, benzalkonium chloride, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben, propylparaben
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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.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Is Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel'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.
Does Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel contain parabens?
Yes, Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.
Is Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel contains 5 flagged allergens and 5 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 Anti-Pickel SOS Soforthilfe-Gel against your own profile.

