Allergen & irritant analysis
This sunscreen from Neutrogena lists 20 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
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
20INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, homosalate 15%, ethylhexyl salicylate 5%, octocrylene 10% inactive ingredients: neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate, octyldodecyl neopentanoate, synthetic wax, isohexadecane, butyloctyl salicylate, ozokerite, paraffin, synthetic beeswax, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, vp/eicosene copolymer, neopentyl glycol diisostearate, dimethicone, diethylhexyl 2, 6-naphthalate, styrene/acrylates copolymer, tocopheryl acetate, ascorbyl palmitate
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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 Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60'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 Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60'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 Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
No commonly-flagged allergens or irritants were detected in Ultra Sheer Face Stick Sunscreen SPF 60, 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.

