Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+

Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+

2.7
54ingredients
SunscreenKiehl's

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

4 flagged

This sunscreen from Kiehl's lists 54 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.

3 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Cetyl alcohol · emollient · lowKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
  • Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.

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

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairAnti-agingBrighteningReduces large poresReduces irritationGood for oily skinSkin texture

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
  • 4
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 5
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.

Full Ingredient List

54

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, dimethicone, glycerin, drometrizole trisiloxane, terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, propylene glycol, titanium dioxide, alcohol denat., triethanolamine, stearic acid, potassium cetyl phosphate, nylon-12, palmitic acid, peg-100 stearate, glyceryl stearate, phenoxyethanol, cetyl alcohol, cellulose, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, citric acid, aluminum hydroxide, caprylyl glycol, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, carbomer, tocopherol, tromethamine, scutellaria baicalensis extract, acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, isohexadecane, xanthan gum, myristic acid, disodium edta, adenosine, polysorbate 80, arginine, mannitol, disodium adenosine triphosphate, rna, pyridoxine hcl, sorbitan oleate, sorbitol, pentylene glycol, bht, histidine hcl, zea mays kernel extract, sodium chloride, faex extract, phenylalanine, mentha piperita extract, rosa gallica flower extract, tyrosine, sorbic acid

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7propylene glycol9alcohol denat.18cetyl alcohol

Potential Concerns

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+ fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+'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 Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+ paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Ultra Light Daily UV Defense 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 Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+ 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 Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50+ against your own profile.