Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Eucerin lists 31 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
- 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
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.
- 4ThiamidolClinically proven to reduce dark spots.
- 5ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
31INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, alcohol denat., butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl triazone, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, dibutyl adipate, glyceryl stearate citrate, silica, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, tapioca starch, silica dimethyl silylate, cetearyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, isobutylamido thiazolyl resorcinol, glycyrrhiza inflata root extract, glycyrrhetinic acid, tocopheryl acetate, glycerin, copernicia cerifera cera, xanthan gum, carrageenan, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, trisodium edta, hydroxyacetophenone, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Does Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Pigment Control Sun Fluid 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 Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ contains 2 flagged allergens and 2 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 Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ against your own profile.

