Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20

Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20

34ingredients
SunscreenKiehl's

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganReef-safeAlcohol-freeCruelty-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

10 flagged

This sunscreen from Kiehl's lists 34 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 8 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 4 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, limonene, linalool, citral). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

8 known allergens in this formula
2 known irritants
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • Limonene · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
  • Linalool · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
  • Citral · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Citral
  • Homosalate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
  • Octocrylene · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
  • Ethylhexyl salicylate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
  • Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
  • Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong 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

HydratingBarrier repairAnti-agingReduces irritationBrighteningRedness reducingScar healingReduces large poresSkin texture

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
  • 4
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 5
    CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
  • 6
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

34

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, homosalate, octocrylene, dimethicone, glycerin, ethylhexyl salicylate, alcohol denat., butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, tocopherol, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide, caprylyl glycol, sodium polyacrylate, parfum, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, ascorbyl glucoside, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, caffeine, sodium hyaluronate, xanthan gum, menthyl lactate, disodium edta, limonene, ceramide np, castanea sativa seed extract, pentylene glycol, hydrolyzed soy protein, linalool, citric acid, potassium sorbate, citral, sodium benzoate, ethylhexylglycerin

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7alcohol denat.15parfum24limonene29linalool

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 4 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, limonene, linalool, citral. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20'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 Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 contains 8 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 Facial Fuel Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 against your own profile.