Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis moisturizer from The Derma Co lists 45 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.
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- UreaKnown allergen (irritant): Urea
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
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 6UreaGently exfoliates and deeply moisturizes.
- 7ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
45INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propylene glycol, niacinamide, glycerin, betaine, urea, caprylic/capric triglyceride, dicaprylyl carbonate, cetearyl alcohol, coco-caprylate/caprate, petrolatum, glyceryl stearate, glyceryl stearate citrate, dimethicone, ceramide np, ceramide ap, phytosphingosine, cholesterol, sodium lauroyl lactylate, octyldodecanol, pentylene glycol, 1, 2-hexanediol, carbomer, xanthan gum, saccharide isomerate, sodium citrate, polyacrylate-13, polyisobutene, polysorbate 20, butyrospermum parkii butter, garcinia indica seed butter, avena sativa kernel extract, allantoin, sodium gluconate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, sodium pca, sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, triethanolamine, tocopheryl acetate, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream'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 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream'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 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream 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 5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream against your own profile.

