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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).
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aminomethyl Propanediol, Aqua (Mineral Spring Water), Aqua (Water), Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Butylene Glycol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Extract, Commiphora Abyssinica Resin Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Cetyl Esters, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydroxyapatite, Maris Aqua (Dead Sea Water), Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Methylpropanediol, Myricetin, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Parfum (Fragrance), PEG-100 Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Phoenix Dactylifera (Date) Seed Extract, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lactate, Stearyl Alcohol, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate, Tris (Tetramethyl Hydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Undecylcrylene Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Pca, Zizyphus Jujuba Fruit Extract
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: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Purified Water, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Ethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-32, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, < Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Allantoin, Panthenol, Spice, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Carrot Extract, Pumpkin Extract, Lavender Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Freesia Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Tea Tree Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cactus Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Malt Extract, Gluconolactone
Sensitive skin: alcohol denat. Why?
- 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: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Centella Asiatica Extract, Zinc Oxide (Ci 77947), Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Octyldodecanol, Methyl Trimethicone, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Acrylates Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Extract, Yeast Ferment Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Extract, Swertia Chirata Extract, Polyphenylsilsesquioxane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, (-)-Alpha-Bisabolol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Stearic Acid, Silica, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Magnesium Sulfate, Adenosine, Polyglycerin-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maltodextrin, Carnosine, Hydrolyzed Rna, Menthone Glycerin Acetal, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Micrococcus Lysate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Dna, Citric Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288)
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Purified Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Sea Water, Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Hollyhock Extract, Lotus Extract, Macadamia Seed Oil, Plum Extract, Water Lily Extract, Lavender Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Tea Tree Leaf Extract, Yeast Fermentation Filtrate, Oregano Leaf Extract, Propolis Extract, White Willow Bark Extract, Cypress Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus/Fermented Soybean Extract, Cyclohexasiloxane, Acrylate/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Caffeine, Tromethamine, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Caprylyl Glycol, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trehalose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Urea, Ceramide 3, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sucrose Distearate, Sphingolipids, Lecithin, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyglutamic Acid, Cholesterol, Creatine, Phytosphingosine, Oleic Acid, Vinegar, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, 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. 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, Propylene Glycol, Glycereth - 26, PEG / PPG - 17 / 6 Copolymer, Aloe Vera Extract, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Methylparaben, PEG - 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 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: Use with care
Hydrocolloid Dressing With, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Petroselinum Sativum (Parsley) Extract
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 (2.0%). 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).
Salicylic Acid (2.0%), Aqua (Water), Coco-Betaine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil(2), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil(2), Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil(2), Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract (1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract(1), Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Alcohol(1), Citric Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, 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: 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).
Salicylic Acid, Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Glycerin, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Teen-friendly
Salicylic acid / BHA: (2%) 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).
(2%) Salicylic Acid, Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract (1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract (1), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Rhizome/Root, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum) (2), Fragrance
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: 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), Alcohol(1), Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Xanthan Gum, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil(1), Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Algae Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract(1), Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sea Silt, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil(2), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil(2), Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil(2), Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil(2), Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil(2), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil(2), Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citral, Limonene
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: Sodium Salicylate, 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, Cetearyl Isononanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/Acrylamide Copolymer, Zinc Pca, Isohexadecane, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 80, Parfum, Farnesol, Xanthan Gum, Methylparaben, Sodium Salicylate, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Ethylparaben, Sorbitan Oleate, Limonene, Propylparaben, Berberis Aquifolium Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citral, 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: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Dextrin, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Silica, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Azelaic Acid, Panthenol
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid, 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).
Water, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Lactate, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Salicylic Acid, Betaine Salicylate, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 80, Butylene Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance
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: 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, Alcohol Denat, Niacinamide, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Salicylic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Oil, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Acacia Senegal, Caprylyl Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Disodium EDTA, Zinc Gluconate, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Limonene
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: Use with care
Aqua (Water), Kaolin, Bentonite, Glycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil, Zea Mays (Corn) Seed Flour, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Fucus Vesiculosus (Bladderwrack) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Limonene, CI 77947 (Zinc Oxide)
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
Aqua (Water), Glycolic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Powder), Potassium Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitol, Ceteth-20, Stearic Acid, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Camellia Sinensis (Tea) Leaf Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Stearyl Heptanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Menthol, Piroctone Olamine, Limonene
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).
Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin, PEG-40, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
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
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, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Alcohol Denat, Polysorbate 20, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Phytate, Salicylic Acid, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium PCA, Caprylyl Glycol, Panthenol, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
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: 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, Alcohol Denat, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Bioflavonoids (Pending), PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Sodium PCA, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Propylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cupressus Sempervirens Seed Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Root Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Extract, Limonene
Sensitive skin: fragrance, essential oils, 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.
- 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.
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
Aqua (Water), Butylene Glycol, Dodecane, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 80, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Tocopherol Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Carbomer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Lactic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Sorbitan Oleate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Extract, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Extract, Rose Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Lysate
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Talc, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Lauroyl Lysine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Mica, Ci 77163, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499, Ci 77891, CI 77947
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
Aqua/Water/Eau, Kaolin, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Morinda Citrifolia Leaf Extract, Benzoic Acid, Lactic Acid, Sulfur, Dehydroacetic Acid, Galactoarabinan, Citric Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Agar, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
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).
Propolis Extract, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Octyldodeceth-16, Adenosine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Arginine, Glycine Soja (Soybean)Sprout Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Madecassoside, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract, Sodium Metaphosphate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Chitosan, Disodium EDTA
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).
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Adenosine, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Aureobasidium Pullulans Ferment, Hexylresorcinol, Betaine, Cetearyl Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glucosylrutin, Disodium EDTA, 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: 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, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Citrate, Octyldodeceth-16, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Water, Tocopherol
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Use with careTeens: Use with care
Salicylic acid / BHA: Salicylic Acid (1%). 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).
Salicylic Acid (1%), Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol Denat, PEG-8, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Pentylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Ceteth-20, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Maltodextrin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dextrin, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lecithin, Syringa Vulgaris (Lilac) Extract, Bisabolol, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Chlorphenesin, Red 4, Ceramide NP, Beta-Sitosterol, Phenoxyethanol, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Denatonium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, BHT, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Sensitive skin: essential oils, alcohol denat. 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.
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).
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Purified Water (Aqua), Vegetable Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate*, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Fruit Stem Cells (, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract), Bioactive Berry Complex*, Stearic Acid, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch*, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Herb) Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba (Willow Bark) Extract*, Spiraea Ulmaria (Meadowsweet) Extract*, Zinc Gluconate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter*, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract*, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract*, Tocopherol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Vanilla Isolates, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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).
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Purified Water (Aqua), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate*, Vegetable Glycerin, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Sorbitan Oleate, Decyl Glucoside, Fruit Stem Cells (, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract), Bioactive Berry Complex*, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Herb) Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Salix Alba (Willow Bark) Extract*, Spiraea Ulmaria (Meadowsweet) Flower Extract*, Salicylic Acid, Saccharomyces Xylinum (Kombucha) Black Tea Ferment, Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Extract*, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract*, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract*, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Oil*, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) 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: 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).
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Water/Aqua/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Coco-Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf/Seed/Skin Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Salicylic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water*, Kaolin, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Bakuchiol, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract*, Camellia Sinensis Extract*†, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract*, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract*, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Extract, Allantoin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Fructose, Propanediol, Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Isomalt, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Alcohol, Potassium Hydroxide, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Limonene***, Linalool
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], Alcohol, Arginine, Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Babassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4-Esters, Allantoin, Aroma [Fragrance], Camphor, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
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).
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil (Castor), Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera (Candelilla), Octyldodecanol, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (Jojoba), Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Carnauba), Salicylic Acid, Bisabolol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77947 (Zinc Oxide), Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77492 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77491 (Iron Oxides)
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).
Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water (77%), Niacinamide (5%), 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Zinc Pca (1%), Propanediol, Trehalose, Water, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Gluconolactone, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Pyridoxine Hcl, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Houttuynia Cordata Vesicles (1.5Ppb), Isoquercitrin, Quercetin
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: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Water, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol
Sensitive skin: no common irritants flagged
Kids: Gentle for kidsTeens: Teen-friendly
Water, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Betaine, Diglycerin, Methylpropanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Panthenol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Allantoin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, PVM/MA Copolymer, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Dextrin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Azelaic Acid, Bisabolol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Ceramide NP, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Squalane, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Fructan, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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).
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.
Water, Azelaic Acid (3%), 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Xylose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Propanediol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Asiaticoside, Allantoin, Ectoin, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Succinic Acid, Zinc Pca, Glycolic Acid, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglutamic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Squalane, Ceramide NP, Disodium EDTA, O-Cymen-5-Ol
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).
Water, Azelaic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Betaine Salicylate, Glycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Squalane, Zinc Pca, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP
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.
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