B-Protect SPF 50+

B-Protect SPF 50+

3.5
39ingredients
SunscreenAvène

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganCruelty-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

5 flagged

This sunscreen from Avène lists 39 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

4 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
  • Decyl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.

Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

  • People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
  • People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone skin

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingAnti-agingGood for oily skinScar healingBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
  • 3
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 4
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
  • 5
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

39

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dicaprylyl carbonate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, silica, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diethylhexyl butamido triazone, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, diisopropyl adipate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ci 77891, decyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, potassium cetyl phosphate, vp/eicosene copolymer, acrylates/ammonium methacrylate copolymer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, alumina, benzoic acid, butylene glycol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, caprylyl glycol, disodium edta, parfum, glyceryl behenate, glyceryl dibehenate, ci 77492, isopropyl myristate, oxothiazolidine, propylene glycol, sodium benzoate, sodium hydroxide, stearyl alcohol, tocopherol, tocopheryl glucoside, tribehenin, triethyl citrate, xanthan gum

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12decyl glucoside25parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does B-Protect SPF 50+ contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat B-Protect SPF 50+ with caution and patch test before full use.

Is B-Protect SPF 50+ paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in B-Protect SPF 50+'s listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.

Is B-Protect SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. B-Protect SPF 50+ contains 4 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check B-Protect SPF 50+ against your own profile.