Allergen & irritant analysis
1 flaggedThis sunscreen from Kiehl's lists 28 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 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.
- 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.
- 2PeptidesSupports skin hydration and improves firmness.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
Full Ingredient List
28INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: homosalate 7%, octocrylene 7%, ethylhexyl salicylate 5%, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, c15-19 alkane, propanediol, c12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer, tocopherol, sodium stearoyl glutamate, butylene glycol, cetearyl alcohol, sclerotium gum, hydroxyacetophenone, caprylyl glycol, sodium starch octenylsuccinate, glyceryl stearate, jojoba esters, helianthus annuus seed wax, hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, carbomer, sodium lactate, sodium hydroxide, polysorbate 20, polyglycerin-3, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial 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 Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial 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 Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen contains 0 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 Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen against your own profile.

