Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis sunscreen from Cien lists 18 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 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.
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Potassium hydroxideHighly alkaline and corrosive in concentrated form; can cause burns and irritation if not properly diluted and neutralized. It is used in very small quantities to adjust pH.
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
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
Full Ingredient List
18INCI (full list, INCI order): water, octocrylene, glycerin, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, ethyl salicylate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, diethylhexyl butamido triazone, potassium phosphate, myristyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, xanthan gum, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, tocopheryl acetate, hydroxyacetophenone, potassium hydroxide, caprylhydroxamic acid, sclerotium gum, acacia senegal gum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+'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 Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Sensitive Sun Lotion 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 Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+ contains 2 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 Sensitive Sun Lotion SPF 50+ against your own profile.

