Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Cetaphil lists 20 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- 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
Key Ingredients
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 4Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
Full Ingredient List
20INCI (full list, INCI order): methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dibutyl adipate, dicaprylyl carbonate, pentylene glycol, dimethicone, alcohol denat., cetyl phosphate, glycerin, cetyl alcohol, triethanolamine, panthenol, tocopherol, lecithin, decyl glucoside, carbomer, propylene glycol, xanthan gum, bht, aloe barbadensis leaf juice
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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
Is Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion'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 Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion'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 SPF 50+ Kids Lotion suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion 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 Sun SPF 50+ Kids Lotion against your own profile.

