Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis moisturizer from Pilgrim lists 27 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (rosa damascena flower oil, citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Hamamelis virginiana extractCan be drying and potentially irritating for sensitive skin due to its astringent properties (tannins) and common alcohol content in formulations.
- Rosa damascena flower oilContains potential sensitizers (e.g., geraniol, citronellol, eugenol) and is a known fragrance allergen.
- Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilContains potential sensitizers (e.g., limonene, linalool) and is a known fragrance allergen. Unpurified versions can be phototoxic.
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.
- 4NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 6ArbutinGently brightens and evens skin tone.
Full Ingredient List
27INCI (full list, INCI order): water, niacinamide, squalane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium acrylates copolymer, lecithin, alpha-arbutin, prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, maltodextrin, punica granatum flower extract, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, hamamelis virginiana extract, citrus medica limonum peel extract, citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, carbomer, panthenol, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopheryl acetate, sodium gluconate, rosa damascena flower oil, turtle oil, citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- 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.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Does Squalane Glow Moisturizer contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: rosa damascena flower oil, citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Squalane Glow Moisturizer with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Squalane Glow Moisturizer paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Squalane Glow Moisturizer'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 Squalane Glow Moisturizer suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Squalane Glow Moisturizer contains 0 flagged allergens and 3 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 Squalane Glow Moisturizer against your own profile.

