Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis sunscreen from Cien lists 35 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 3 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Sodium cetearyl sulfateSulfate-based surfactant, can be irritating or drying for sensitive skin, similar to SLS.
- Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenesKnown sensitizing fragrance ingredient.
- Sodium hydroxideStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.
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
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
Full Ingredient List
35INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, ethylhexyl salicylate, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, ethylhexyl triazone, cetearyl alcohol, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, cocoglycerides, glycerin, dicaprylyl carbonate, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, potassium cetyl phosphate, sodium hyaluronate, tocopheryl acetate, xanthan gum, sodium stearoyl glutamate, stearic acid, parfum, palmitic acid, dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, glyceryl rosinate, sodium cetearyl sulfate, microcrystalline cellulose, octyldodecanol, ethylhexylglycerin, hydroxyacetophenone, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, cellulose gum, amyl salicylate, tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, vanillin, carvone, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen 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 Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sun Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 contains 3 flagged allergens and 3 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 Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF 50 against your own profile.

