Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub

Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub

27ingredients
ExfoliatorNeutrogena

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganCruelty-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This exfoliator from Neutrogena lists 27 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.

2 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Cetyl alcohol · emollient · lowKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong 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

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingBrighteningBarrier repairAcne fightingGood for oily skinReduces large poresScar healing

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

27

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, cetyl alcohol, ppg-15 stearyl ether, cellulose, glycerin, polysorbate 60, steareth-21, salicylic acid, chondrus crispus, glucose, agar, menthyl lactate, pvp, potassium cetyl phosphate, xanthan gum, potassium chloride, ammonium polyacrylate, mica, sodium hydroxide, bht, phenoxyethanol, benzoic acid, dehydroacetic acid, parfum, ci 77492, ci 77891, ci 73360

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2cetyl alcohol24parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • 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 Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub 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 Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Blackhead Eliminating Face 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 Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub 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 Blackhead Eliminating Face Scrub against your own profile.