Photoderm Spray SPF 40

Photoderm Spray SPF 40

27ingredients
SunscreenBioderma

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

8 flagged

This sunscreen from Bioderma lists 27 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

6 known allergens in this formula
2 known irritants
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
  • Propylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
  • Decyl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
  • Ethylparaben · preservative · lowKnown allergen (preservative): Ethylparaben
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
  • 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: MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance, parabens.

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

  • People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
  • People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
  • 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 repairReduces irritationAnti-agingRedness reducing

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 3
    EctoinProtects against environmental stress and aging.
  • 4
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
  • 5
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

27

INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: octocrylene 8%, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol 6%, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 5% inactive ingredients: water, dicaprylyl carbonate, alcohol denat., hydroxypropyl dimethicone behenate, decyl glucoside, c20-22 alkyl phosphate, c20-22 alcohols, tocopheryl acetate, phenoxyethanol, xanthan gum, methylparaben, parfum, disodium edta, propylparaben, ethylparaben, sodium hydroxide, mannitol, xylitol, propylene glycol, citric acid, ectoin, fructooligosaccharides, caprylic/capric triglyceride, rhamnose, laminaria ochroleuca extract

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5alcohol denat.7decyl glucoside13methylparaben14parfum16propylparaben17ethylparaben21propylene glycol

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does Photoderm Spray SPF 40 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 Spray SPF 40 with caution and patch test before full use.

Does Photoderm Spray SPF 40 contain parabens?

Yes, Photoderm Spray SPF 40's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.

Is Photoderm Spray SPF 40 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Photoderm Spray SPF 40 contains 6 flagged allergens and 2 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 Photoderm Spray SPF 40 against your own profile.