Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation

Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation

22ingredients
FoundationNeutrogena

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

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeAlcohol-freeSulfate-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganReef-safeCruelty-freeParaben-freeSilicone-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This foundation from Neutrogena lists 22 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

3 known allergens in this formula
  • Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
  • Propylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
  • Retinyl palmitate · retinoid · lowKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinyl Palmitate

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

Scar healingDark spotsAnti-agingBrighteningReduces irritationReduces large poresRedness reducingSkin textureAcne fightingHydratingGood for oily skinBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
  • 3
    RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
  • 4
    Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
  • 5
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.

Full Ingredient List

22

INCI (full list, INCI order): mica, titanium dioxide, octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, silica, zinc stearate, dimethicone, magnesium myristate, oryza sativa starch, methicone, polymethyl methacrylate, methylparaben, sodium dehydroacetate, alumina, nylon-12, panthenol, propylparaben, glycine soja seed extract, tocopheryl acetate, ascorbic acid, pantothenic acid, retinyl palmitate, iron oxides may contain: ci 75470

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11methylparaben16propylparaben

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation'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 Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation contain parabens?

Yes, Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation'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 Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation contains 3 flagged allergens and 0 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 Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation against your own profile.