Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

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2.6
26ingredients
Eye CreamThe Ordinary

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

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VeganOil-freeReef-safeCruelty-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeFungal-acne-safeAlcohol-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-free
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Allergen & irritant analysis

2 flagged

This eye cream from The Ordinary lists 26 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.

2 known allergens in this formula
  • Benzyl alcohol · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Benzyl Alcohol
  • Phenoxyethanol · irritant · mediumKnown allergen (irritant): Phenoxyethanol

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)

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

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Benefits

HydratingReduces irritationAnti-agingBrighteningScar healingBarrier repairRedness reducingDark spots

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

26

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, caffeine, maltodextrin, glycerin, propanediol, epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, gallyl glucoside, hyaluronic acid, oxidized glutathione, melanin, glycine soja seed extract, pentylene glycol, hydroxyethylcellulose, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, xanthan gum, lactic acid, dehydroacetic acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, propyl gallate, dimethyl isosorbide, benzyl alcohol, 1, 2-hexanediol, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol

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Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Is Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG'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 Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG'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 Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 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 Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG against your own profile.