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Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum

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Aveeno

Face Age Renewal Serum

retinol serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 19-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol).

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Face Age Renewal Serum

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

19 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  4. 4DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  5. 5Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  6. 6Avena Sativa Kernel (Oat) Flour
  7. 7Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  8. 8Cetearyl Olivate
  9. 9Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
  10. 10ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  11. 11Sorbitan OlivateSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
  12. 12PolyacrylamidePolyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer, a long chain of repeating units, used to thicken…
  13. 13Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  14. 14DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
  15. 15Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone Crosspolymer is a flexible, network-like silicone that gives a soft, smooth…Silicones
  16. 16C13-14 Isoparaffin
  17. 17Laureth-7Laureth-7 is a mild nonionic emulsifier, made from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide,…
  18. 18Vaccinium Macrocarpon Extract
  19. 191,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…

Source: Aveeno product page, www.aveeno.co.uk/face/age-renewal-serum, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#4), Dimethiconol (#14), Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#15)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Aveeno Face Age Renewal Serum good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin and Dimethicone.

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