Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis sunscreen from Neutrogena lists 37 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 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.
- Decyl glucosideKnown allergen (surfactant): Decyl Glucoside
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone skin
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.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 5Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 6NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 7Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 8ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
37INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, ethylhexyl triazone, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, caprylyl methicone, diisopropyl adipate, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, niacinamide, dimethicone, diisopropyl sebacate, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, hydroxyacetophenone, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, potassium cetyl phosphate, triacontanyl pvp, decyl glucoside, dimethicone crosspolymer, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, hydrolyzed jojoba esters, titanium dioxide, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, disodium edta, tocopheryl acetate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, pentylene glycol, panthenol, silica, sodium hyaluronate, jojoba esters, sodium hydroxide, propylene glycol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan isostearate, xanthan gum
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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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid 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 Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid 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 Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 contains 2 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 Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 against your own profile.

