Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis toner from Nivea lists 14 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.
Full Ingredient List
14INCI (full list, INCI order): water, methylpropanediol, peg-8, glycerin, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, salicylic acid, maris sal, niacinamide, 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, Sea Salt, And 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, Sea Salt, And Niacinamide with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Derma Skin Clear Toner With Salicylic Acid, Sea Salt, And Niacinamide paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Derma Skin Clear Toner With Salicylic Acid, Sea Salt, And 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, Sea Salt, And Niacinamide suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Derma Skin Clear Toner With Salicylic Acid, Sea Salt, And 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, Sea Salt, And Niacinamide against your own profile.