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Is Smoothing Balm Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Isana

Smoothing Balm is one of the skincare products analyzed by Zerotox for Isana. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several synthetic ingredients like phenoxyethanol and isopropyl alcohol, which raise safety concerns. The presence of sodium benzoate as a preservative also indicates a processed formulation.

Main concern

Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture, contributing positively to skin hydration.
  • Citric acid acts as a pH adjuster, ensuring the product maintains skin-friendly acidity.

Concerns

  • Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
  • Isopropyl alcohol is a drying agent that may strip natural oils from the skin, raising concerns for sensitive skin types.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid silicones

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this skincare.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 4278785

More from this brand: Isana products in Zerotox

Similar products: skincare in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

This product is flagged for: Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.; Isopropyl alcohol is a drying agent that may strip natural oils from the skin, raising concerns for sensitive skin types.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Isana — Smoothing Balm scores 60 / 100. Daily use depends on your skin type and tolerance, so review the flagged ingredients and patch-test if you are sensitive. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
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This product contains fragrance or allergens that may affect sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section and patch-test. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Isana — Smoothing Balm has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among skincare products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis flags isopropyl alcohol in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Yes. Our analysis flags fragrance in Isana — Smoothing Balm. See the Ingredients section above.
Isana — Smoothing Balm has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Isana products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Isana — Smoothing Balm is a skincare product. Zerotox gives it a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Check the breakdown above and our skincare topic for alternatives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture, contributing positively to skin hydration.; Citric acid acts as a pH adjuster, ensuring the product maintains skin-friendly acidity.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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