Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

23ingredients
SunscreenNeutrogena

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

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

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Allergen & irritant analysis

1 flagged

This sunscreen from Neutrogena lists 23 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 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.

1 known irritant
  • 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: 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

Acne fightingHydratingBrighteningScar healingBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

23

INCI (full list, INCI order): zinc oxide, water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, styrene/acrylates copolymer, octyldodecyl citrate crosspolymer, phenyl trimethicone, cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, dimethicone, glycerin, polyhydroxystearic acid, ethyl methicone, silica, cetyl dimethicone, triethoxycaprylylsilane, phenoxyethanol, glyceryl behenate, sodium chloride, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, chlorphenesin, phenethyl alcohol, caprylyl glycol, cetyl dimethicone/bis-vinyldimethicone crosspolymer, chrysanthemum parthenium flower/leaf/stem juice

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Potential Concerns

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum 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 Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum 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 Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ contains 0 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 Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ against your own profile.