1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash INCI List & Ingredients | The Derma Co

Allergen & irritant analysis

5 flagged

This cleanser from The Derma Co lists 28 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 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.

4 known allergens in this formula

1 known irritant

Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
Decyl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
Cocamidopropyl betaine · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Sodium metabisulfite · preservative · lowKnown allergen (preservative): Sodium Metabisulfite
Potassium hydroxide · pH adjusterHighly alkaline and corrosive in concentrated form; can cause burns and irritation if not properly diluted and neutralized. It is used in very small quantities to adjust pH.

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)
People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone 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 repairScar healingAnti-agingBrighteningReduces irritationRedness reducingDark spotsAcne fightingGood for oily skinReduces large pores

Key Ingredients

1
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
2
Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
3
NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
4
ArbutinGently brightens and evens skin tone.

Full Ingredient List

INCI (full list, INCI order): myristic acid, glycerin, water, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, stearic acid, decyl glucoside, lauric acid, glycol distearate, cocamidopropyl betaine, xylitol, glucose, anhydroxylitol, nopalea cochenillifera extract, kojic dipalmitate, niacinamide, sodium pca, glyceryl stearate, phenoxyethanol, polyquaternium-7, titanium dioxide, sodium metabisulfite, bht, tocopherol, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, disodium edta, glyceryl glucoside, alpha-arbutin

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5propylene glycol7decyl glucoside10cocamidopropyl betaine22sodium metabisulfite

Potential Concerns

May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

Frequently asked questions

Is 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash'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 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash'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 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash contains 4 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 1% Kojic Acid Daily Face Wash against your own profile.