Spot Controlling Face Wash

Spot Controlling Face Wash

18ingredients
CleanserNeutrogena

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 cleanser from Neutrogena lists 18 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
  • Benzalkonium chloride · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzalkonium Chloride
  • 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
  • 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

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairBrighteningAcne fightingAnti-agingReduces irritationGood for oily skinReduces large poresRedness reducing

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 2
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 3
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

18

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, glycerin, salicylic acid 2%, sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate, c12-15 alkyl lactate, panthenol, cocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, disodium tetrapropenyl succinate, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, sodium chloride, disodium edta, citric acid, sodium hydroxide, tocopherol, benzalkonium chloride, parfum

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17benzalkonium chloride18parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does Spot Controlling Face Wash 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 Spot Controlling Face Wash with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Spot Controlling Face Wash paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Spot Controlling Face Wash'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 Spot Controlling Face Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Spot Controlling Face Wash 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 Spot Controlling Face Wash against your own profile.