Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis sunscreen from Avène lists 28 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- 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: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 4Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 5ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
28INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: zinc oxide 12% inactive ingredients: water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, propanediol, jojoba esters, tridecyl salicylate, methylheptyl isostearate, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, nylon-12, niacinamide, methylpropanediol, coco-caprylate, silica, sodium chloride, polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, caprylyl glycol, bisabolol, allantoin, oryza sativa bran extract, lecithin, phenylpropanol, helianthus annuus extract, tocopherol, rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, isostearic acid, 1, 2-hexanediol, sodium hydroxide
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Is Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+'s listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.
Is Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen 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 Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains 0 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 Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ against your own profile.

