Allergen & irritant analysis
This sunscreen from CeraVe lists 49 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis found no commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants in the INCI list — though no formula is universally safe. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
No commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants were detected in the listed ingredients — though no formula is universally safe.
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
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 5Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 6NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 7Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 8AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
49INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: titanium dioxide 5.5%, zinc oxide 10% inactive ingredients: water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, isohexadecane, isononyl isononanoate, dicaprylyl ether, peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, triethylhexanoin, polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, dicaprylyl carbonate, ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, triethanolamine, silica, poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, stearic acid, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, carbomer, niacinamide, cetearyl alcohol, triethoxycaprylylsilane, behentrimonium methosulfate, sodium chloride, salicylic acid, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, aluminum stearate, alumina, aluminum hydroxide, iron oxides, phenoxyethanol, p-anisic acid, chlorphenesin, tocopherol, disodium edta, disodium stearoyl glutamate, propylene carbonate, citric acid, caprylyl glycol, capryloyl salicylic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, disteardimonium hectorite, xanthan gum, phytosphingosine, polyhydroxystearic acid, ethylhexylglycerin
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30'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 Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint 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 Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
No commonly-flagged allergens or irritants were detected in Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30, which is encouraging for reactive skin — but "no known flags" isn't the same as "safe for everyone." Patch test before full use, and check it against your own allergen profile on AllerNote.

