Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis setting spray & powder from Neutrogena lists 16 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 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.
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- PropylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
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
- 1ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
16INCI (full list, INCI order): mica, dimethicone, polyethylene, zinc stearate, magnesium myristate, silica, boron nitride, squalane, oryza sativa seed protein, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, nylon-12, lauroyl lysine, methylparaben, sodium dehydroacetate, propylparaben, silica silylate
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shine Control Powder fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Shine Control Powder'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 Shine Control Powder contain parabens?
Yes, Shine Control Powder'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 Shine Control Powder suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Shine Control Powder contains 2 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 Shine Control Powder against your own profile.