Allergen & irritant analysis
7 flaggedThis exfoliator from Neutrogena lists 32 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens and 2 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
- Acrylates copolymerKnown allergen (nail_product): Acrylates
- Benzalkonium chlorideKnown allergen (preservative): Benzalkonium Chloride
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCan be irritating for sensitive skin or at high concentrations, similar to other strong anionic detergents.
- 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: 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.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 3BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 4Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
Full Ingredient List
32INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: salicylic acid 2% inactive ingredients: water, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, glycerin, cocamidopropyl betaine, polyethylene, acrylates copolymer, chondrus crispus, c12-15 alkyl lactate, disodium edta, cocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, citrus grandis fruit extract, polyquaternium-7, camellia sinensis leaf extract, ascorbyl palmitate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, anthemis nobilis flower extract, polysorbate 20, polyvinyl alcohol, propylene glycol, sodium chloride, benzalkonium chloride, butylene glycol, sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, agar, alumina, mica, titanium dioxide, sodium hydroxide, ci 15850, ci 16035, ci 60725, parfum
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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 Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming 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 Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming 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 Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub contains 5 flagged allergens and 2 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 Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub against your own profile.

