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Proraso Pre Shave Cream

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Proraso

Pre Shave Cream

shaving cream · 100 ml · Men's grooming

Proraso Pre Shave Cream is free of drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 29-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)), essential oils (Citrus limon (Lemon) Peel Oil) and labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Pre Shave Cream

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
  5. 5Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  6. 6BetaineBetaine is a naturally occurring, gentle compound that attracts and holds water, mainly…
  7. 7Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  8. 8Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
  9. 9Potassium HydroxidePotassium Hydroxide is a strong alkali used to raise pH and help make soap from fatty…
  10. 10Avena sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA plant-derived ingredient made from the kernels of the oat seed. Its main job is to…
  11. 11Camellia sinensis Leaf ExtractA plant extract made from the leaves of the tea plant. Formulators use it mainly to add…
  12. 12Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  13. 13PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  14. 14Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  15. 15Citrus limon (Lemon) Peel OilEssential oils
  16. 16LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17Linalyl AcetateLinalyl acetate is a fragrance ingredient, an ester found naturally in plants like…
  18. 18CitralCitral is a lemon-scented compound found in lemongrass and other citrus oils, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody-amber scent that helps give a…
  22. 22PineneA natural plant compound, called a terpene, that gives pine and some other plants their…
  23. 23GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25Geranyl AcetateGeranyl Acetate is a fragrance ingredient, the ester of geraniol and acetic acid, that…
  26. 26TerpineolTerpineol is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many plant oils, mainly…
  27. 27CamphorCamphor is a waxy white crystal with a strong, sharp scent. In cosmetics it is mainly…
  28. 28Terpinolene
  29. 29Beta-Caryophyllene

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8004395000036, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#5)
Essential oilsContainsCitrus limon (Lemon) Peel Oil (#15)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#14), Limonene (#16), Citral (#18), Linalool (#19), Hexyl Cinnamal (#20), Geraniol (#23), Citronellol (#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 Pre Shave Cream fragrance-free?

No. Proraso Pre Shave Cream contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 5 of 29).

Does Proraso Pre Shave Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Proraso Pre Shave Cream good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin.

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