Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis moisturizer from The Derma Co lists 23 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
23INCI (full list, INCI order): dimethicone, ascorbic acid, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, homosalate, dimethicone crosspolymer, cyclopentasiloxane, phenyl trimethicone, dimethiconol, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylyl methicone, peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, tocopheryl acetate, tocophersolan, ferulic acid, glycogen, ethylhexyl palmitate, silica dimethyl silylate, butylene glycol, pentylene glycol, sodium hyaluronate, caprylyl glycol, hexylene glycol, phenoxyethanol
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20'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 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20'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 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20 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 25% Vitamin C Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 20 against your own profile.

