Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50

Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50

40ingredients
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 40 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

2 known allergens in this formula
2 known irritants
  • 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.
  • Potassium hydroxide · pH adjusterHighly alkaline and corrosive in concentrated form; can cause burns and irritation if not properly diluted and neutralized. It is used in very small quantities to adjust pH.

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

HydratingBarrier repairScar healingAnti-agingReduces irritationBrighteningReduces large pores

Key Ingredients

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

Full Ingredient List

40

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, alcohol denat., diisopropyl sebacate, isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, ethylhexyl triazone, propylene glycol, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, titanium dioxide, glycerin, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, drometrizole trisiloxane, tocopherol, stearic acid, phenoxyethanol, cetyl alcohol, palmitic acid, styrene/acrylates copolymer, ceteth-10, caprylyl glycol, menthoxypropanediol, dextrin palmitate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, aluminum hydroxide, ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, butylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, peg-8 laurate, disodium edta, adenosine, myristic acid, gentiana lutea root extract, pentylene glycol, mentha piperita extract, butyrospermum parkii seedcake extract, rosa gallica flower extract, sorbitol, moringa oleifera seed extract, disodium phosphate, citric acid

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2alcohol denat.6propylene glycol16cetyl alcohol

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
  • 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 Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

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