Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30

Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30

4.0
34ingredients
SunscreenBioderma

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

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Reef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganOil-freeCruelty-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

4 flagged

This sunscreen from Bioderma lists 34 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 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.

3 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • 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

HydratingBarrier repairAnti-agingReduces irritationAcne fightingBrighteningGood for oily skinReduces large poresScar healingRedness reducingDark spotsSkin texture

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 4
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
  • 5
    AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
  • 6
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 7
    EctoinProtects against environmental stress and aging.
  • 8
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.

Full Ingredient List

34

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, corn starch modified, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, ethylhexyl triazone, potassium cetyl phosphate, brassica campestris/aleurites fordi oil copolymer, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, 1, 2-hexanediol, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, silica, decyl glucoside, glycolic acid, boron nitride, salicylic acid, tocopheryl acetate, propylene glycol, xanthan gum, sodium hydroxide, polysorbate 60, sorbitan isostearate, ectoin, mannitol, xylitol, rhamnose, ginkgo biloba leaf extract, fructooligosaccharides, propyl gallate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tocopherol, laminaria ochroleuca extract, parfum

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14decyl glucoside19propylene glycol

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.

Frequently asked questions

Does Photoderm AKN Mat 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 Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Photoderm AKN Mat 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 Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 contains 3 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 Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 against your own profile.