Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis sunscreen from Avène lists 31 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.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Sodium hydroxideStrong 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
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
31INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dicaprylyl carbonate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, diisopropyl adipate, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, butylene glycol, cetearyl isononanoate, diethylhexyl butamido triazone, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, potassium cetyl phosphate, c10-18 triglycerides, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, vp/eicosene copolymer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, benzoic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, caprylyl glycol, decyl glucoside, disodium edta, parfum, glyceryl behenate, glyceryl dibehenate, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, tocopherol, tocopheryl glucoside, tribehenin, xanthan gum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Does High Protection Cream SPF 30 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 High Protection Cream SPF 30 with caution and patch test before full use.
Is High Protection Cream SPF 30 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in High Protection Cream SPF 30'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 High Protection Cream SPF 30 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. High Protection Cream SPF 30 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 High Protection Cream SPF 30 against your own profile.

