Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis exfoliator from Paula's Choice lists 17 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen 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.
- Sodium metabisulfiteKnown allergen (preservative): Sodium Metabisulfite
- 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.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- 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
Key Ingredients
- 1BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 2Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
17INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: salicylic acid 2% inactive ingredients: water, dipropylene glycol, pentylene glycol, polysorbate 20, butylene glycol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, allantoin, panthenol, peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, methyl gluceth-20, glycereth-26, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, sodium hydroxide, tetrasodium edta, sodium metabisulfite
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Clear Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Clear Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid'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 Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Clear Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid'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 Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Clear Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid 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 Clear Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid against your own profile.