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Proraso

After Shave Balm NOURISHING

shaving cream · 100 ml · Men's grooming

Proraso After Shave Balm NOURISHING is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with glycerin, shea butter and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Coumarin).

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What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in After Shave Balm NOURISHING

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Shea butter

    A rich emollient for dry skin and hair.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaDissolves salts, sugars and other water-soluble ingredientsForms the watery base of creams and gelsAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinDraws water into the outer skin layerHelps skin feel soft and smoothGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Prunus amygdalus dulcis OilSoftens and smooths dry skinConditions hair and makes it easier to combA plant oil pressed from sweet almond kernels. It softens and conditions skin and hair…
  4. 4Oryza sativa (Rice)
  5. 5BetaineAttracts and holds water in hair and skinAdds softness and slip to hairBetaine is a naturally occurring, gentle compound that attracts and holds water, mainly…
  6. 6Dodecane
  7. 7Butyrospermum parkii Oil
  8. 8ParfumAdds a pleasant scentMasks the smell of base ingredientsAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell. Fragrance
  9. 9Tocopheryl AcetateProtects the formula from oxidationHelps keep oils from turning rancidTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  10. 10Santalum album
  11. 11C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerThickens the formula and adds bodyHelps keep oil and water blendedA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
  12. 12Xanthan GumThickens water-based formulasStabilizes oil and water blendsXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  13. 13Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateLifts oil and dirt from skinCreates a soft, creamy foamSodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle, amino acid-based cleansing agent. It lifts oil and…
  14. 14Caprylyl GlycolBoosts preservative performanceSoftens and conditions skinCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  15. 15Benzyl AlcoholKeeps water-based products free from microbesHelps dissolve some other ingredientsBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop… Labelled fragrance allergens
  16. 16PhenoxyethanolProtects formulas from bacteria and moldKeeps water-based products fresh longerA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  17. 17Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateBinds metal ions in waterHelps cleansers work in hard waterTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
  18. 18Sodium HydroxideRaises pH in cleansers and creamsNeutralizes acidic ingredients in formulasSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  19. 19CoumarinAdds a sweet, hay-like scentBrings a warm, vanilla-like noteCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used… Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20LinaloolGives products a fresh, floral scentHelps mask the smell of other ingredientsLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare… Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21GeraniolGives a fresh, rose-like scentAdds floral notes to a blendGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It… Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22CitronellolGives products a fresh, rose-like scentBlends with other fragrance notesCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and… Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Alpha-Isomethyl IononeGives products a soft, violet-like scentAdds floral depth to fragrance blendsA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is… Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24LimoneneAdds a fresh citrus scentHelps dissolve oils and fragrance blendsLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a… Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8004395009824, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#8)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#15), Coumarin (#19), Linalool (#20), Geraniol (#21), Citronellol (#22), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#23), Limonene (#24)
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 Proraso After Shave Balm NOURISHING fragrance-free?

No. Proraso After Shave Balm NOURISHING contains Parfum (ingredient 8 of 24).

Does Proraso After Shave Balm NOURISHING contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Proraso After Shave Balm NOURISHING pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Shea butter and Vitamin E.

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