Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream

serum · 50 ml · Skincare

Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and shea butter. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone).

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

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Key ingredients in Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Shea butter
A rich emollient for dry skin and hair.
Titanium dioxide
A mineral UV filter.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3GluconolactoneGluconolactone is a mild, sugar-derived ingredient, the lactone form of gluconic acid,…
4Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
5Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
6Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
7PEG-100 Stearate
8C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
9Butyrospermum Parkii ButterA rich fat pressed from the kernels of the African shea tree, used to soften and smooth…
10Isopropyl PalmitateIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
11DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
12Cocos Nucifera OilCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
13Zea Mays Starch
14Avena Sativa Kernel (Oat) Flour
15Argilla
16Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
17Theobroma Cacao Seed ButterA pale, solid fat pressed from roasted cacao beans. It mainly adds richness and helps…
18Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
19Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
20ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
21NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
22Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
23Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
24Potassium Bitartrate

Source: Aveeno product page, www.aveeno.co.uk/products/aveeno-skin-renewal-smoothing-cream, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#11)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream fragrance-free?

Yes. Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream 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, Shea butter and Titanium dioxide.