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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
5,875 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).
Chemical sunscreen filter with limited pregnancy data: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, 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).
Aqua, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Butylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Cetearyl Olivate, Panthenol, Glycerin, Allantoin, Chlorphenesin, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Lecithin, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Aminomethyl Propanol, Phenoxyethanol, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, BHT, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric 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: 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, Hexylene Glycol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Niacinamide, Decyl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Mannito!lcerin, Xylitol, Allantoin, Cetrimonium Bromide, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-2, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Deoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide Mea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Potassium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin
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).
Aqua, Ethanol, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glyserin, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sclerotium Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylyl Hydroxamic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Sensitive skin: essential oils, alcohol denat., 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.
- 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, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Xanthan Gum, Amylopectin, Dextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Capryloyl Glycine, Hexylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Sarcosine, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Citrate, Phragmites Kharka Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Sodium Metabisulfite
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).
Mica, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Kaolin, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Salicylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Methicone, Allantoin, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Fragrance, Aluminum Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499
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, Hexylene Glycol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Niacinamide, Decyl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Mannitol, Glycerin, Xylitol, Allantoin, Cetrimonium Bromide, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-2, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Deoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide Mea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Potassium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin
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).
Aqua, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, C14-22 Alcohols, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Capryloyl Glycine, Hexylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sarcosine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Glucose, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract
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).
Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Polyethylene, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate
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: 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, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Chloride, Decyl Glucoside, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Acrylates Copolymer, PEG-3 Distearate, Zinc Gluconate, Salicylic Acid, Dmdm Hydantoin, Fragrance, Triethanolamine, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA
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, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Acrylates Copolymer, Zinc Gluconate, PEG-3 Distearate, Salicylic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA
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).
Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Dmdm Hydantoin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit/Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
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, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Acrylates Copolymer, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium PCA, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Allantoin, Potassium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Butylene Glycol, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bakuchiol, Deoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide Mea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
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, 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: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, 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).
Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Allantoin, Green Tea, + Vitamin B3, Aqua, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Olivate, Panthenol, Chlorphenesin, Glycerin, Allantoin, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Lecithin, Sorbitan Olivate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Disodium EDTA, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, BHT, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric 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: 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: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, 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).
Aqua, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Niacinamide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Olivate, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Triethylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Tetrasodium EDTA, Lecithin, BHT
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).
Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance, Dmdm Hydantoin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, 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
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
Water (Aqua), Alcohol, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sulfur, Salix Alba/Daphnoides/Fragilis/Purpurea Bark Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Carrageenan, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum)*, Limonene*, Linalool*, Geraniol*
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/Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogen Peroxide, Ceteareth-25, Phosphoric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Etidronic Acid, Disodium Pyrophosphate, Sodium Stannate
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).
Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethyl Sulfone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lecithin, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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: 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, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Allantoin, Gluconolactone, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dextrin, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Lecithin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sucrose Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid
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).
Purified Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethyl Sulfone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lecithin, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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
Purified Water, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Orange Peel Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Carrot Seed Oil, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Turmeric Extract, Milk Protein, Rose Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Vinyl Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylate/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tromethamine, Madecassoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Asiaticoside, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
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: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Aqua, Azelaic Acid, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Ascorbic 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
Talc, Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Zinc Stearate, Boron Nitride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water/Eau, Glycerin, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Butylene Glycol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Collagen Amino Acids, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Polysorbate 20, Benzoic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Mica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499)
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/Eau, Alcohol Denat, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, PVP, Niacinamide, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Tetrasodium EDTA, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Benzoic Acid, Collagen Amino Acids
Sensitive skin: essential oils, alcohol denat., 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.
- 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
Water (Eau), PVP, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, 1/2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Propylene Glycol, Fragrance (Parfum), Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Sorbitol, Sodium Carbonate
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
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.
Glacier Water (81.69%), Glycerin (15%), Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Calcium Chloride, Algin, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Linalool
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
Salicylic acid / BHA: Betaine Salicylate. 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).
Houttuynia Cordata Extract (35%), Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract (31.9%), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract (20%), Centella Asiatica Extract (4%), Alcohol (4%), Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract (1%), Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Erythritol, Algin, Betaine, Hyaluronic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Betaine Salicylate, Levulinic Acid, Lactobacillus/Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.01%), Lactobacillus/Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Rhizome/Root Ferment Filtrate (0.01%), Lactobacillus/Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.01%), Lactobacillus/Camellia Sinensis Leaf Ferment Filtrate (0.01%), Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: 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).
Sucrose (74.24%), Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract (4%), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil (2%), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (1%), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1%), Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter (0.8%), Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil (0.01%), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coconut Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Lactobacillus/Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Rhizome/Root Ferment Filtrate (0.05%)
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Betaine Salicylate. 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).
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (80.58%), Glycerin (10%), Alcohol (4.5%), Sodium Hyaluronate, Gluconolactone, Lactobacillus/Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Taraxacum Officinale(Dandelion) Rhizome/Root Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Lactobacillus/Aloe Barbadensis Ferment Filtrate (0.05%), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Glycyrrhiza Glabra(Licorice) Root Extract, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Betaine Salicylate, Aniba Rosodora(Rosewood) Wood Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower 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: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Betaine Salicylate. 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).
*Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, *Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract, *Ethanol, *Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, *Lactobacillus/Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Ferment Filtrate, *Lactobacillus/Glycine Soja (Soybean) Ferment Filtrate, *Lactobacillus/Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Ferment Filtrate, *Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, *Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract, *Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Beta-Glucan, ***Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, ***Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, ***Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Betaine, Betaine Salicylate, Xanthan Gum, Tartaric Acid, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid, 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, Kaolin, Myristic Acid, Bentonite, Methylpropanediol, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Pullulan, Palmitic Acid, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Cellulose, Hectorite, Stearic Acid, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glyceryl Stearate, Fragrance, Sucrose, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dipropylene Glycol, Charcoal Powder, Ultramarines(ci 77007), Niacinamide, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Zea Mays (corn) Starch, Iron Oxides(ci 77492), Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Phytate, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica (fig) Fruit Extract, Zea Mays (corn) Germ Oil, Beta-glucan, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis (evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Ceramide Np, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Melaleuca Alternifolia (tea Tree) Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Collagen, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, Linalool
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: 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, Dicaprylyl Ether, Methylpropanediol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Erythritol, Sodium Chloride, Trehalose, Betaine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Monascus Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Tranexamic Acid, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Lysine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Methionine, Cysteine, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AS, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Phytosterols, Glycolipids, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Limonene
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/Water/Eau, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Resveratrol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Mannitol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance (Parfum), Lecithin, Caffeine, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Hyaluronic Acid, Yeast Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Titanium Dioxide
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).
Houttuynia Cordata Water, Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Panthenol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Polyquaternium-51, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethyl Hexanediol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Extract, Gluconolactone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Glyceryl Glucoside, Erythritol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, 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, 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, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Acrylates Copolymer, Lauryl Glucoside, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Methyl Perfluoroisobutyl Ether, Caprylyl Glycol, Methyl Perfluorobutyl Ether, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salicylic Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder, PVP, Fragrance, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Malt Extract, Disodium EDTA, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Water, Dextrin, Butylene Glycol, Protease, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Gluconolactone, Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract, Sucrose, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Honey Extract, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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).
Water, Kaolin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Polyethylene Wax, Titanium Dioxide, Lauryl Glucoside, Sea Sand, Salicylic Acid, Hydrolyzed Oats, Propylene Glycol, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethoxydiglycol, Castor Oil, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Diazolidinyl Urea, Dmdm Hydantoin, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone Ester Ethyl Menthane, Fragrance, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Benzoic Acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
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.
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