- Parabens
- What they are: Preservatives used to prevent bacterial growth.
- Why they’re bad: Linked to hormone disruption, potential carcinogenic effects, and skin irritation.
- Viral products that contain parabens:
- Some older formulations of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel (check label for updates).
- St. Ives Apricot Scrub (sometimes contains parabens depending on region).
2. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
What it is: A surfactant used in cleansers and shampoos to create foam.
Why it’s bad: Strips the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation, and flare-ups in people with sensitive skin.
Viral products that contain SLS:
Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser.
CeraVe Foaming Cleanser (in certain versions/formulas).
3. Alcohol (Denatured)
What it is: A common ingredient used to help products dry quickly.
Why it’s bad: Dries out the skin, damages the skin barrier, and causes irritation over time.
Viral products that contain denatured alcohol:
Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence (older formulations contained alcohol).
4. Fragrance/Parfum
What it is: Added scent in products.
Why it’s bad: Can cause allergic reactions, irritation, and is often linked to skin sensitivity.
Viral products that contain fragrance:
Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser (contains rosewater as fragrance).
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask
Drunk Elephant C-Firma Fresh Day Serum
Glossier
Milky Jelly Cleanser
Laneige
Lip Sleeping Mask
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask
Drunk Elephant
C-Firma Fresh Day Serum
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