Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis toner from Nivea lists 16 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen 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.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- 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
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
- 1BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
16INCI (full list, INCI order): water, methylpropanediol, peg-8, glycerin, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium hyaluronate, niacinamide, salicylic acid, maris sal, carnitine, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, 1, 2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, 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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide 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 Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide'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 Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide contains 1 flagged allergen 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 Derma Skin Clear Toner with Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide against your own profile.