Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis cleanser from Neutrogena lists 13 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 3 common irritants 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
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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.
- AlcoholKnown sensitizer/irritant
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
Key Ingredients
- 1BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
Full Ingredient List
13INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: salicylic acid 2% inactive ingredients: water, alcohol denat., hamamelis virginiana water, butylene glycol, glycereth-7, methyl gluceth-20, alcohol, parfum, propylene glycol, benzophenone-4, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, chamomilla recutita flower extract, blue 1 lake
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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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent 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 Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent'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 Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent contains 2 flagged allergens and 3 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 Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent against your own profile.

