preservative

Propylparaben

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products290

The research

Propylparaben is a preservative backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it.

Read the research — 2 studies

Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology · 2016 · in vitro

Methyl-, propyl- and butylparaben were tested on hairless mouse skin and human cadaver epidermis using Franz cells; permeation was dose-dependent, mouse skin showed higher flux than human epidermis, and methylparaben had a higher permeability coefficient than propylparaben or butylparaben.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 1996 · in vitro

In vitro diffusion-chamber study of paraben absorption from cosmetic emulsions; skin fluxes were highest for methylparaben and decreased with increasing lipophilicity (so propylparaben permeated less than methylparaben), and fluxes were higher from oil-in-water than water-in-oil emulsions.

Products with Propylparaben

In 290 products — most often moisturizers (127), serums (50), cleansers (48), from $4.43 to $219.46. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Lancôme

Lancôme

Crème Mousse Confort Creamy Foaming Cleanser

Cleanser

$34.00124.2ml · $0.27/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,688)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongAcne & breakouts
  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantOiliness & shine

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Crème Mousse Confort Creamy Foaming Cleanser is a water cleanser by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Butylene Glycol.

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Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml

Serum

$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,666)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.

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Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent

Serum

$49.05

★★★★★4.8(574)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent is a skincare product by Laura Mercier. Key ingredients include Talc, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

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Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask with WellaPlex Bonding Agent 150ml

Serum

$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.7(2,326)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask with WellaPlex Bonding Agent 150ml is a hydrating serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.

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Proactiv

Proactiv

Solution Revitalizing Toner

Toner

$25.00118.3ml · $0.21/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,316)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantUneven texture
  • RelevantBlackheads

Not recommended for

MelasmaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisPerioral Dermatitis

Solution Revitalizing Toner is a exfoliant by Proactiv. Key ingredients include Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide.

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Proactiv

Proactiv

Solution Renewing Cleanser

Cleanser

$25.00118.3ml · $0.21/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,556)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentAcne & breakouts
  • StrongBlackheads
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDryness

Not recommended for

MelasmaSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasis

Solution Renewing Cleanser is a water cleanser by Proactiv. Key ingredients include Benzoyl Peroxide, Water, Glyceryl Stearate.

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Proactiv

Proactiv

Green Tea Moisturizer

Moisturizer

$36.0088.7ml · $0.41/ml

★★★★★4.7(710)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Green Tea Moisturizer is a retinoid treatment by Proactiv. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol.

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Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser (Various Sizes)

Cleanser

$29.21

★★★★★4.7(498)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasis

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser (Various Sizes) is a water cleanser by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin.

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Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado (Various Sizes)

Serum

$50.74

★★★★★4.7(1,102)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaSeborrheic Dermatitis

Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado (Various Sizes) is a antioxidant serum by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA.

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Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Stick SPF15 (Various Shades) Clear

Moisturizer

$28.47

★★★★★4.6(1,133)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivityAcne & breakoutsPerioral DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Stick SPF15 (Various Shades) Clear is a spf moisturiser by Elizabeth Arden. Key ingredients include Oxybenzone, Petrolatum, Vitamin E.

Product Ingredients (9)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.