Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+

Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+

39ingredients
SunscreenBioderma

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

2 flagged

This sunscreen from Bioderma lists 39 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens 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.

2 known allergens in this formula
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone

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

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 irritationScar healingAnti-agingBrighteningGood for oily skin

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
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 5
    EctoinProtects against environmental stress and aging.
  • 6
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

39

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, glycerin, ci 77891, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, diisopropyl sebacate, propanediol, dicaprylyl carbonate, 1, 2-hexanediol, ci 77492, polysorbate 60, silica, cetyl phosphate, arginine, bentonite, hydroxyacetophenone, parfum, ci 77491, ci 77499, citric acid, ectoin, mannitol, methoxyphenylimino dimethylcyclohexene glycine, sodium phytate, xanthan gum, xylitol, rhamnose, sodium lauroyl glutamate, o-cymen-5-ol, lysine, biosaccharide gum-4, magnesium chloride, trimethoxybenzyl acetylsinapate, sodium hyaluronate, tocopherol

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21parfum

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ 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 XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid 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 Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ contains 2 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 Photoderm XDefense Ultra Fluid SPF 50+ against your own profile.