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Medik8 Blemish Sos

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Medik8

Blemish Sos

exfoliant · 15 ml · Skincare

Medik8 Blemish Sos is free of fragrance, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 15-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil), labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool) and drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat).

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

Key ingredients in Blemish Sos

  • Niacinamide

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

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Azelaic acid

    Calms redness and evens tone; used for breakouts and rosacea-prone skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  3. 3Isopentyldiol
  4. 4NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  5. 5Azelaic Acid
  6. 6Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  7. 7Octadecenedioic Acid
  8. 8Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
  9. 9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  10. 10PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  11. 11Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilEssential oils
  12. 12EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  13. 13LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  14. 14Sodium MetabisulfiteSodium Metabisulfite is a white powder salt that dissolves in water and works mainly as…
  15. 15LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/blemish-sos, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsRosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil (#11)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#13), Linalool (#15)
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#2)
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 Medik8 Blemish Sos fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 Blemish Sos lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 Blemish Sos contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Medik8 Blemish Sos good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and keratosis pilaris: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Azelaic acid.

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