Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Avène lists 19 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
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
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 5ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
19INCI (full list, INCI order): butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, homosalate, octocrylene, ethylhexyl salicylate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, caprylyl glycol, carbomer, citric acid, tocopheryl acetate, glycerin, caprylhydroxamic acid, peg-15 cocamine, peg-40 stearate, water, silica, triethanolamine, cera alba
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- 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
Is Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray 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 Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray 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 Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ contains 4 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (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 Sunsitive Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ against your own profile.

