Omega+ Complex Serum INCI List & Ingredients | Paula's Choice

Allergen & irritant analysis

2 flagged

This serum from Paula's Choice lists 42 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (benzyl alcohol). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

2 known allergens in this formula

Benzyl alcohol · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
Cetyl alcohol · emollient · lowKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol

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

HydratingBarrier repairReduces irritationAnti-agingScar healingBrighteningDark spotsAcne fightingReduces large poresRedness reducingSkin texture

Key Ingredients

1
CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
2
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
3
Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
4
Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
5
Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

42

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, diheptyl succinate, candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, linum usitatissimum seed oil, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, passiflora edulis seed oil, ceramide eop, ceramide eos, ceramide np, ceramide ns, caprooyl sphingosine, olea europaea oil unsaponifiables, caprooyl phytosphingosine, sodium hyaluronate, cholesterol, ceramide ap, butyrospermum parkii butter unsaponifiables, tocopherol, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, prunus domestica seed oil, lauryl laurate, glyceryl behenate, hydrogenated lecithin, sodium phytate, trehalose, isohexadecane, sodium stearoyl lactylate, capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, xanthan gum, cetyl alcohol, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, agar, glyceryl stearate, ceteareth-25, cetearyl alcohol, behenic acid, glyceryl rosinate, citric acid, benzyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin

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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 RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does Omega+ Complex Serum contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Omega+ Complex Serum with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Omega+ Complex Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Omega+ Complex Serum'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 Omega+ Complex Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Omega+ Complex Serum contains 2 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (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 Omega+ Complex Serum against your own profile.