Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser

Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser

34ingredients
MoisturizerNeutrogena

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

9 flagged

This moisturizer from Neutrogena lists 34 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 8 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, benzyl alcohol). No MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

8 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Benzalkonium chloride · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzalkonium Chloride
  • Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
  • Propylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
  • Benzyl alcohol · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Cetyl alcohol · emollient · lowKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
  • Ethylparaben · preservative · lowKnown allergen (preservative): Ethylparaben
  • 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: MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance, parabens.

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

HydratingBrighteningReduces irritationRedness reducingAcne fightingGood for oily skinReduces large poresScar healingBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.

Full Ingredient List

34

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, propylene glycol, cetyl alcohol, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, stearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, c12-15 alkyl lactate, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, chamomilla recutita extract, cetyl lactate, cocamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, salicylic acid, menthyl lactate, dimethicone, cyclohexasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane, sodium isostearoyl lactylate, propylene glycol isostearate, palmitic acid, stearic acid, carbomer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, sodium chloride, disodium edta, sodium hydroxide, benzalkonium chloride, methylparaben, propylparaben, ethylparaben, phenoxyethanol, parfum, benzyl alcohol

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3propylene glycol4cetyl alcohol28benzalkonium chloride29methylparaben30propylparaben

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 Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser with caution and patch test before full use.

Does Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser contain parabens?

Yes, Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser'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 Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Spot Controlling Oil Free Moisturiser contains 8 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 Oil Free Moisturiser against your own profile.