Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Dot & Key Skincare lists 33 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.
- Benzophenone-3Known allergen (sunscreen): Oxybenzone
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- 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.
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.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 4Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 5AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 6ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
33INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, benzophenone-3, phospholipids, butylene glycol, glycerin, zea mays starch, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, titanium dioxide, silica, dimethicone, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, ethylhexyl palmitate, isopropyl myristate, citrullus lanatus fruit extract, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, sorbitan stearate, sucrose cocoate, sodium lactate, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, betaine, fructooligosaccharides, beta vulgaris root extract, tocopheryl acetate, menthyl lactate, oxothiazolidine, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, sodium hydroxide, sodium gluconate, sodium hyaluronate
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Is Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++'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 Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++'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 Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ 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 Watermelon Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ against your own profile.

