Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis exfoliator from Nivea lists 44 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 4 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, geraniol). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Alpha-isomethyl iononeKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- GeraniolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Potassium hydroxideHighly alkaline and corrosive in concentrated form; can cause burns and irritation if not properly diluted and neutralized. It is used in very small quantities to adjust pH.
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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4RucinolAdvanced brightening agent for dark spots.
Full Ingredient List
44INCI (full list, INCI order): water, myristic acid, propylene glycol, palmitic acid, stearic acid, potassium hydroxide, glycerin, lauric acid, peg-150, peg-8, glyceryl stearate, 4-butylresorcinol, hydrolyzed pearl, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, fucus vesiculosus extract, nelumbo nucifera flower extract, panax ginseng root extract, carnitine, aluminum chlorohydrate, glyceryl glucoside, centaurea cyanus flower extract, cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, cera alba, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, arachidic acid, oleic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil, glucose, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, trideceth-9, lactic acid, caramel, tocopherol, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, geraniol, trisodium edta, parfum, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, ci 77891
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Does Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 4 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, geraniol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C'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 Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C contains 5 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 Face Scrub Natural Glow Even Tone & Vitamin C against your own profile.

