Allergen & irritant analysis
This sunscreen from Neutrogena lists 13 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis found no commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants in the INCI list — though no formula is universally safe. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
No commonly-flagged contact allergens or irritants were detected in the listed ingredients — though no formula is universally safe.
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
Key Ingredients
- 1ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 2Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
Full Ingredient List
13INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: zinc oxide 21.6% inactive ingredients: octyldodecyl neopentanoate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, polyethylene, paraffin, silica, neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate, ozokerite, isopropyl myristate, adipic acid/diglycol crosspolymer, triethoxycaprylylsilane, neopentyl glycol diisostearate, caprylyl glycol, avena sativa kernel oil
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick 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 Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick 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 Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
No commonly-flagged allergens or irritants were detected in Sheer Zinc Kids Mineral Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+, which is encouraging for reactive skin — but "no known flags" isn't the same as "safe for everyone." Patch test before full use, and check it against your own allergen profile on AllerNote.