Spot Squad Pimple Patches

acne treatment · Skincare

Essence Spot Squad Pimple Patches is free of fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 11-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool) and mineral oil & petrolatum (Paraffinum Liquidum).

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

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Key ingredients in Spot Squad Pimple Patches

Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Salicylic acid (BHA)
An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Cellulose GumA plant-derived thickener made from cellulose, the fiber found in plant cell walls,…
2PolyisobutenePolyisobutene is a synthetic, sticky polymer that helps hold ingredients together and…
3Styrene/Isoprene CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
4Hydrogenated Poly(C6-20 Olefin)
5Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil)Mineral oil is a clear, odorless oil refined from petroleum. It is used mainly to lock…Mineral oil & petrolatum
6Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
7Melaleuca Alternifolia (TEA Tree) Leaf Extract
8Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateA synthetic antioxidant that keeps the oils and fats in a formula from going stale,…
9Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
10LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
11LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Essence product page, www.essence.eu/en-gb/p/951795/spot-squad-pimple-patches, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Limonene (#10), Linalool (#11)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	Contains	Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil) (#5)
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Spot Squad Pimple Patches fragrance-free?

Yes. Essence Spot Squad Pimple Patches lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Essence Spot Squad Pimple Patches contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Essence Spot Squad Pimple Patches pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, MI allergy, rosacea-prone skin and redness-prone skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid and Salicylic acid (BHA).