Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis day moisturizer from Neutrogena lists 23 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
Not detected: added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: parabens.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
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.
Full Ingredient List
23INCI (full list, INCI order): water, homosalate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, octocrylene, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, glycerin, triethanolamine, ethylhexyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, potassium cetyl phosphate, triacontanyl pvp, phenoxyethanol, cetyl palmitate, dimethicone, stearyl alcohol, methylparaben, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, chlorphenesin, xanthan gum, disodium edta, chondrus crispus extract, superoxide dismutase, citric acid
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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.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15'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.
Does Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15 contain parabens?
Yes, Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.
Is Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Ultra Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15 contains 4 flagged allergens and 0 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 Gentle Moisturiser SPF 15 against your own profile.

