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Acne and breakouts
Acne treatments take time. It can be several weeks to a few months before you see a difference, so stick with one rather than switching.
Ingredients that help
- Salicylic acid
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Adapalene, a retinoid sold without a prescription from age 12
What dermatologists recommend
- Wash gently, up to twice a day and after sweating, using your fingertips.
- Use gentle, alcohol-free products, and skip astringents, toners, and scrubs, which can dry and irritate skin.
- Don't pick or pop pimples.
- Use a non-comedogenic, broad-spectrum, water-resistant SPF 30 or higher sunscreen.
- See a dermatologist if acne hasn't improved after a few months of over-the-counter treatment.
Sources: American Academy of Dermatology, “Acne: Tips for managing”; American Academy of Dermatology, “A dermatologist's guide to skincare from growing up to glowing up”; US FDA, “Topical retinoid acne treatment approved for OTC use”. General information, not medical advice.
Products for acne and breakouts
6,219 products, most popular first. Picked because their key ingredients help with this; we can't see amounts, so check each product's page.
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua/Water/Water, Gluconolactone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sclerotium Gum, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Coco-Glucoside, Perfume (Fragrance)
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Chemical sunscreen filter with limited pregnancy data: Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate. Not known to harm a pregnancy but not well studied, and absorbed into the bloodstream in FDA studies; mineral filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) stay on the skin and are a lower-absorption choice (MotherToBaby, Matta et al. 2020).
Purified Water, Homosalate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Beheneth-25, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Corn Starch Modified, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dibutyl Adipate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Sarcosine, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, 1-2-Hexanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Fragrance
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua (Purified Water), Urea, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter), Polyacrylate-13, Octyldodecanol, Triethanolamine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hexyldecyl Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Serine, Allantoin, Bacillus Ferment, Histidine, Tocopherol, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua (Purified Water), Urea, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter), Octyldodecanol, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Isohexadecane, Polyacrylate-13, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Serine, Allantoin, Bacillus Ferment, Histidine, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Urea, Aqua (Purified Water), Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter), Triethanolamine, Isohexadecane, Salicylic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Polyacrylate-13, Bacillus Ferment, Serine, Histidine, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Hydrolyzed Algin, Zinc Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Heptyl Undecylenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Isopropyl Myristate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Erythritol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceramide NP, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Azelamide MEA, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Helichrysum Arenarium Extract, Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Tocopherol, 4-Terpineol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polysorbate 60, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Arginine, Fragrance
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Hydrolyzed Algin, Zinc Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Erythritol, Azelamide MEA, 4-Terpineol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Beta-Glucan, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Helichrysum Arenarium Extract, Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Polysorbate 80, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Arginine, Carbomer, 1,2-Hexanediol
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Glycerin, Purified Water, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Lauric Acid, PEG-32, Olive Oil PEG-8 Esters, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract, Potassium Benzoate, Salicylic Acid, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Potassium Cocoate, Sodium Chloride, Arachidic Acid, Allantoin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Betaine, Trehalose, Polyquaternium-7, Butylene Glycol, Oleic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sulfur, Zinc Oxide, Niacinamide, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Salicylic Acid, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Camphor, Fragrance, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Alcohol, Ci 77491
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils, alcohol denat., niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
- alcohol denat.: Denatured alcohol, which helps products feel light and dry fast but can dry out or sting dry and sensitive skin. Fatty alcohols like cetyl alcohol are different and aren't flagged.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Saccharide Isomerate, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment (Marine) Extract, Salicylic Acid, Echinacea Extract, Centaurea Cyanus (Cornflower) Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Panthenol (Pro Vitamin B5), Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Pca, Sorbitan Olivate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sucrose Laurate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqueous Extract Of Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf, Kaolin, Tapioca Starch, Glycerin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate (White Clay), Charcoal Powder, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Honey (Mel)*, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract (Seaweed), Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae Oil (Balsam Of Peru), Xanthan Gum, Carrageenan (Irish Moss), Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Sensitive skin: essential oils Why?
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua (Water), Glycerin (Plant Derived), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Sodium Glycolate, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Glycolic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water, Allantoin, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Centipeda Cunninghamii Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Passiflora Incarnata Extract, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum Extract, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqueous Extract Of Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Glycolate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycolic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water, Allantoin, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Centipeda Cunninghamii (Plantolin) Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Fusanus Spicatus (Sandalwood) Wood Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower (Chamomile) Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Passiflora Incarnata Extract, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
Sensitive skin: essential oils Why?
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Mandelic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Decyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral
Sensitive skin: fragrance, alcohol denat. Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- alcohol denat.: Denatured alcohol, which helps products feel light and dry fast but can dry out or sting dry and sensitive skin. Fatty alcohols like cetyl alcohol are different and aren't flagged.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua (Water), Glycerin (Plant Derived), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Dimethicone, Green Tea, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Cucumber Cucumis Sativus Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Fragrance Natural Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua/Thermal Water, Cetearyl Olivate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Glycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Lauryl Oleate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Parfum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sorbic Acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Kojic acid: Kojic Acid. There's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review doesn't recommend it until more is known. Little is absorbed and animal studies report no harm, and the EU limits it to 1% (Putra et al. 2022, EU Regulation 2024/996).
Aqua, Butylene Glycol, Azelaic Acid, Lecithin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Xanthan Gum, Atelocollagen, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Lactic Acid, Kojic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua/Thermal Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polyperfluoroethoxymethoxy Difluoroethyl PEG Phosphate, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Parfum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua/Thermal Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethylhexanoin, Urea, Glycerin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Aqua, Glycerin, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Mica, Sucrose Palmitate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Trehalose, Bakuchiol, Aroma, Benzyl Alcohol, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherol, PEG-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosterols, Ceramide NS, Soybean Oil, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Sodium Citrate, Sorbic Acid, Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Aqua/Thermal Water, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Betaine, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sorbic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Salicylic Acid. 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).
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Vitamin B3 Niacinamide, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Mandelic Acid, Beta Hydroxy Acids, Salicylic Acid
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, (Lipo Hydroxy Acid/LHA)Salicylic Acid. 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).
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, (Lipo Hydroxy Acid/LHA)Salicylic Acid, (BHA)Mandelic Acid, (AHA)Niacinamide, (Vitamin B3)Vitamin E
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Polyquaternium-10, Ethylhexylglycerin, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Dextrin, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Chemical sunscreen filter with limited pregnancy data: Octocrylene. Not known to harm a pregnancy but not well studied, and absorbed into the bloodstream in FDA studies; mineral filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) stay on the skin and are a lower-absorption choice (MotherToBaby, Matta et al. 2020).
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Synthetic Wax, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Octocrylene, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Ceresin, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Xylitol, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Sodium Chloride, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Tocopherol, Limonene, Water, Centella Asiatica Extract
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Chemical sunscreen filter with limited pregnancy data: Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene. Not known to harm a pregnancy but not well studied, and absorbed into the bloodstream in FDA studies; mineral filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) stay on the skin and are a lower-absorption choice (MotherToBaby, Matta et al. 2020).
Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Homosalate, Silica, Laureth-4, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Acrylates Copolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Tocopheryl Acetate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Essential oil often flagged in pregnancy: Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil. NHS maternity guidance says not to use clary sage before 37 weeks, and European regulators say not to use rosemary oil medicines in pregnancy. That advice isn't about the small amounts in skincare, and evidence of harm is limited.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dibutyl Adipate, Water, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Tripropylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Niacinamide, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Vinyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Batyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Abies Sibirica Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil, Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Oil, Limonene, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium DNA, Panthenol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Acrylates Copolymer, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Malachite Extract, Arginine, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Tocopherol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Cellulose Gum, Adenosine
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, PG, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Sodium Citrate, Caprylic AcidGlycol, Arginine, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Xanthan Gum, Dandelion Rhizome/Root Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sorbitol, CocoSodium yl sarcosinate, sodium hyaluronate, propanediol, caramel, 1,2-hexanediol, sodium chloride, glyceryl oleate citrate, tocopherol, gold, ascorbyl tetrahexyldecanoate, glutathioneRice bran oil, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water/Aqua/Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-10, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Linalool, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Glycolate, Sodium Formate
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Niacinamide, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Malic Acid, Phytic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Magnesium Chloride, Acetic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Allium Cepa (Onion) Bulb Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Cochlearia Armoracia (Horseradish) Root Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Myrtus Communis Extract, Rumex Acetosa Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf Extract, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Sulfur
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid. 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).
Ascorbic Acid, Tea Tree Oil, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Hydrocolloid
Sensitive skin: essential oils, niacinamide Why?
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
- 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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Rose Extract, Strawberry Extract, Jojoba Oil, Macadamia Oil, Avocado Oil, Coconut, Betaine, Wheat Germ Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, Corn Starch, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Candelilla Wax, Shea Butter, Tocopherol, Aloe Vera, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Lemon, Tea Essential Oil, Essential Tea Tree Oil
Sensitive skin: essential oils Why?
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Sorbitol, C12-14 Pareth-12, Betaine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Limonene, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Linalool, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Corydalis Turtschaninovii Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- essential oils: Plant oils such as tea tree, lavender, citrus peel, and peppermint. Natural, but a common cause of irritation and allergies, especially on sensitive or broken skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Water, Palmitic Acid, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glyceryl Stearates, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Linalool, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata (Cabbage) Leaf Extract, Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract, Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Seed Extract, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Extract
Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
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 ingredientsKids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Capryloyl Salicylic Acid. 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).
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Betaine, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Arginine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Carbomer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Isopentyldiol, Limonene, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Polyglycerin-3, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Biotin, Pyridoxine, Glutathione, Sodium Surfactin, Cyanocobalamin, Tocopherol, Riboflavin, Beta-Carotene, Thiamine HCl
Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?
- fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
- 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.
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The skin quiz matches ingredients and products to up to three concerns at once, for the age and skin type.
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