Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis facial treatment from Paula's Choice lists 14 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- PhenoxyethanolKnown allergen (irritant): Phenoxyethanol
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
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
- 1Benzoyl PeroxideTargets acne-causing bacteria and clears breakouts.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
14INCI (full list, INCI order): water, benzoyl peroxide, propylene glycol, bisabolol, allantoin, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium citrate, laureth-4, caprylyl glycol, sodium hydroxide, disodium edta, hexylene glycol, phenoxyethanol
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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 Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.
Is Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide'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 Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide 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 Clear Extra Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment With 5% Benzoyl Peroxide against your own profile.