Allergen & irritant analysis
7 flaggedThis day moisturizer from Garnier lists 40 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 3 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, benzyl alcohol, linalool). No formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- MethylisothiazolinoneKnown allergen (preservative): Methylisothiazolinone
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
Not detected: formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones).
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
- People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
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.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 3RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 6AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
40INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, ethylhexyl salicylate 5%, octocrylene 3% inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, dimethicone, ptfe, alcohol denat., isopropyl isostearate, octyldodecanol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer, arachidyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, c13-14 isoparaffin, capryloyl salicylic acid, carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, cetyl alcohol, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, dimethiconol, disodium edta, disodium stearoyl glutamate, glycine soja protein, hydrolyzed rice protein, laureth-7, linalool, methylisothiazolinone, methylparaben, mica, panthenol, peg-100 stearate, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylamide, retinyl linoleate, silica, sodium benzoate, titanium dioxide, tocopheryl acetate, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 3 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, benzyl alcohol, linalool. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 with caution and patch test before full use.
Does Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 contain parabens?
Yes, Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.
Is Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 contains 6 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 Ultra Lift Anti Wrinkle Firming Day Cream SPF 15 against your own profile.

