VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser is a cleanser with 43 ingredients. It is rated "use caution" in pregnancy because it contains Capryloyl Salicylic Acid. Common allergens: niacinamide.
Sensitive skin: niacinamide Why?
- niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsWhat does it do?
A cleanser washes away dirt, oil, sunscreen, and makeup.
Based on its ingredients, it's made to:
Helps with pimples and clogged pores
Ingredients used to clear breakouts and keep pores from clogging.
From Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 32)
Exfoliates
Loosens dead skin cells so skin looks smoother and brighter. Use it a few times a week, not every day, if your skin is sensitive.
From Gluconolactone (no. 29), Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 32)
Evens out skin tone
Used to fade dark spots and marks and even out skin tone over time.
From Niacinamide (no. 30)
Hydrates
Draws water into the skin, so it feels plumper and less tight.
From Glycerin (no. 2)
Supports the skin barrier
Helps skin hold on to moisture and protect itself, which matters most for dry or irritated skin.
From Ceramide NP (no. 37), Ceramide NS (no. 38), Ceramide AS (no. 40), Ceramide AP (no. 41)
Worked out from the ingredient list. Labels don't show amounts, so how well it works depends on the formula and your skin.
Is VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser safe to use during pregnancy?
Jouaxia rates VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser "Use caution" for pregnancy because it contains Capryloyl Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid / BHA: ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011). This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.
Does VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser contain fragrance or other common allergens?
Yes. VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser contains niacinamide, which can bother sensitive skin. This doesn't affect its pregnancy rating, and most people use these ingredients without a problem; if your skin is sensitive or you've reacted to one before, patch-test it first or look for an alternative.
Is it OK for kids and teens?
Kids (ages 3–11)
Use with care
- Acne treatment (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid): Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and adapalene treat acne well, but for children under 12 it's best to check with a doctor first, and to start gently.
Teens (ages 12–17)
Teen-friendly
No ingredients we flag for teens. Acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are fine.
Helps with acne: Niacinamide, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid.
General guidance from the ingredient list, not medical advice. For babies under 3, or skin problems that don't get better, ask a doctor. How we rate for kids and teens · Skincare for teens
What are the ingredients in VT PDRN Barrier Cleanser?
43 ingredients. The ones we flag come first, with their place on the label. Select an ingredient to see what it does.
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid no. 32 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Salicylic acid / BHA. ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011).
Niacinamide no. 30 on the label
Sensitive skin: niacinamide.
41 other ingredients: nothing flaggedShow
- 1.Water
- 2.Glycerin
- 3.Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
- 4.Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
- 5.Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
- 6.Lauryl Betaine
- 7.Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
- 8.Glycol Distearate
- 9.Sodium Chloride
- 10.Glyceryl Stearate
- 11.Hydroxyacetophenone
- 12.Polyquaternium-7
- 13.Citric Acid
- 14.Trihydroxystearin
- 15.Disodium Edta
- 16.Ethylhexylglycerin
- 17.Butylene Glycol
- 18.Coptis Japonica Root Extract
- 19.1,2-Hexanediol
- 20.Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract
- 21.Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
- 22.Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract
- 23.Rubus Suavissimus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract
- 24.Maltodextrin
- 25.Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
- 26.Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract
- 27.Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
- 28.Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
- 29.Gluconolactone
- 31.Panthenol
- 33.Coco-Glucoside
- 34.Hydrogenated Lecithin
- 35.Cetearyl Alcohol
- 36.Stearic Acid
- 37.Ceramide NP
- 38.Ceramide NS
- 39.Panax Ginseng Root Extract
- 40.Ceramide AS
- 41.Ceramide AP
- 42.Sodium Dna
- 43.Ceramide Eop
Ingredient list from YesStyle. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.