Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis exfoliator from Paula's Choice lists 25 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 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 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
- 1AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
25INCI (full list, INCI order): water, 2, 3-butanediol, mandelic acid, lactic acid, sodium hydroxide, myrica cerifera fruit extract, akebia quinata stem extract, prunus lannesiana flower extract, lactobacillus ferment lysate, saccharomyces lysate, achillea millefolium extract, saccharide isomerate, arginine, hydroxyacetophenone, butylene glycol, sodium phytate, pentylene glycol, xanthan gum, citric acid, sodium citrate, 1, 2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, sodium benzoate
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant'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 Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant'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 Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant contains 0 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 Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant against your own profile.