Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis sunscreen from Dot & Key Skincare lists 39 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 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.
- Benzophenone-3Known allergen (sunscreen): Oxybenzone
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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: 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.
- 2Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 5AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 6ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
39INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, benzophenone-3, phospholipids, butylene glycol, glycerin, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, propanediol, cyclopentasiloxane, zea mays starch, citrullus lanatus fruit extract, oxothiazolidine, sodium benzoate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, decyl glucoside, propylene glycol, xanthan gum, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, titanium dioxide, silica, fructooligosaccharides, beta vulgaris root extract, sodium hyaluronate, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, tocopheryl acetate, menthyl lactate, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, sorbitan stearate, sucrose cocoate, sodium lactate, sodium gluconate, disodium edta, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin
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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 EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Is Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen'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 Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen'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 Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen contains 5 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 Watermelon Cooling SPF 50 Sunscreen against your own profile.

