Clarifying Foam

foundation · 150 ml · Makeup

Medik8 Clarifying Foam is free of fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 13-ingredient list, with niacinamide, salicylic acid and mandelic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil), labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene) and silicones (Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate).

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

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Key ingredients in Clarifying Foam

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Salicylic acid (BHA)
An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.
Mandelic acid
A large-molecule AHA that exfoliates slowly and gently.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone SulfosuccinateSilicones
3NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
4Polysorbate 20Polysorbate 20 is a mild, water-soluble emulsifier made from sorbitol and a lauric-type…
5Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
6Mandelic Acid
7Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
8Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
9Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilEssential oils
10EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
11Chlorhexidine Digluconate
12TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
13LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens

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

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	Contains	Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#9)
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Benzyl Alcohol (#7), Limonene (#13)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate (#2)
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 Medik8 Clarifying Foam fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 Clarifying Foam lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 Clarifying Foam contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Medik8 Clarifying Foam good for?

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