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Garnier Skin Active

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Garnier

Skin Active

micellar water · 400 ml · Skincare

Garnier Skin Active is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 12-ingredient list, with glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: brands reformulate, so match this list to the one on your pack.

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Skin Active

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Hexylene GlycolHexylene Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid that mixes with both water and oil-loving…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Poloxamer 184
  5. 5Rosa Damascena Flower Water
  6. 6PPG-26-Buteth-26
  7. 7PEG-40 Disodium EDTA
  8. 8PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  9. 9Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  10. 10Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  11. 11Myrtrimonium Hydrogenated Castor Oil
  12. 12ArginineArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3600542326452, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Garnier Skin Active fragrance-free?

Yes. Garnier Skin Active lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Garnier Skin Active contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Garnier Skin Active 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: Glycerin and Salicylic acid (BHA).

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