Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30

Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30

28ingredients
SunscreenNeutrogena

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

4 flagged

This sunscreen from Neutrogena lists 28 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 3 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known allergen in this formula
3 known irritants
  • Parfum · fragrance · highKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
  • 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.
  • Chrysanthemum parthenium flower/leaf/stem juice · activeContains parthenolide, a sesquiterpene lactone that can be a sensitizer for some individuals, especially in unprocessed forms.

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

HydratingBrighteningReduces irritationScar healingBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 4
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

28

INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 1.5%, homosalate 5%, ethylhexyl salicylate 4%, octocrylene 6% inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, diisopropyl adipate, dimethicone, alcohol denat., silica, dicaprylyl carbonate, caprylyl methicone, sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp crosspolymer, polyurethane-62, pentylene glycol, hydroxyacetophenone, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, glyceryl stearate, phenoxyethanol, chlorphenesin, dimethicone crosspolymer, parfum, tocopheryl acetate, disodium edta, sodium hydroxide, trideceth-6, chrysanthemum parthenium flower/leaf/stem juice, ci 19140, ci 16035

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8alcohol denat.21parfum

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 Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 with caution and patch test before full use.

Is Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30'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 Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 contains 1 flagged allergen and 3 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 Invisible Daily Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 against your own profile.