Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 INCI List & Ingredients | Cetaphil

Allergen & irritant analysis

5 flagged

This sunscreen from Cetaphil lists 32 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (benzyl alcohol). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

5 known allergens in this formula

Benzyl alcohol · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
Lauryl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Lauryl Glucoside
Decyl glucoside · surfactant · lowKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol

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

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairAnti-agingBrighteningReduces large poresRedness reducingSkin texture

Key Ingredients

1
Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
2
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
3
Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
4
Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
5
Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.

Full Ingredient List

32

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dibutyl adipate, tapioca starch, ethylhexyl triazone, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, sorbitol, helianthus annuus seed oil, glycerin, tocopherol, dimethicone, lauryl glucoside, polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, cetyl phosphate, cetearyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, carbomer, decyl glucoside, sodium levulinate, triethanolamine, caprylyl glycol, ascorbyl palmitate, ethyl ferulate, sodium anisate, polymethylsilsesquioxane, propylene glycol, rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, xanthan gum, bht

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15lauryl glucoside21decyl glucoside29propylene glycol

Potential Concerns

May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Sun Light Fluid SPF 60'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 Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 contains 5 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 Sun Light Fluid SPF 60 against your own profile.