Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis sunscreen from Dot & Key Skincare lists 55 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Benzophenone-3Known allergen (sunscreen): Oxybenzone
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
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
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2PeptidesSupports skin hydration and improves firmness.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 6Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 7AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 8ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
55INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, benzophenone-3, phospholipids, butylene glycol, propanediol, sodium acrylates copolymer, lecithin, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cyclopentasiloxane, glycerin, propylene glycol, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, ethylhexyl salicylate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, decyl glucoside, xanthan gum, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol, glyceryl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, sodium polyacrylate, dimethicone, trideceth-6, peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, titanium dioxide, silica, allantoin, sodium gluconate, disodium edta, tocopheryl acetate, lactococcus ferment lysate, laminaria digitata extract, hydrogenated lecithin, cetyl-pg hydroxyethyl palmitamide, ceramide eop, cholesterol, 1, 2-hexanediol, sodium hyaluronate, oryza sativa extract, saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrate, citric acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, carbomer, polysorbate 20, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Barrier Repair Sunscreen SPF 50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Barrier Repair Sunscreen 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 Barrier Repair Sunscreen SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Barrier Repair Sunscreen 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 Barrier Repair Sunscreen SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Barrier Repair Sunscreen SPF 50+ contains 6 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 Barrier Repair Sunscreen SPF 50+ against your own profile.

