Allergen & irritant analysis
8 flaggedThis sunscreen from Nivea lists 46 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
- Sodium hydroxideStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.
Not detected: MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance, parabens.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
- 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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
46INCI (full list, INCI order): water, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, alcohol denat., distarch phosphate, octocrylene, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, glycerin, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, dimethicone, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide, behenyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, silica, silica dimethyl silylate, vp/hexadecene copolymer, methylparaben, trisodium edta, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, xanthan gum, carbomer, propylene glycol, creatine, persea gratissima oil, vitis vinifera seed oil, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, maltodextrin, citric acid, citrus limon juice, trideceth-9, malpighia glabra fruit juice, mangifera indica juice, fragaria ananassa fruit juice, rubus fruticosus juice, rubus idaeus juice, vaccinium myrtillus fruit juice, bisabolol, sodium benzoate, camellia sinensis leaf extract, citrus sinensis fruit extract, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, myrciaria dubia fruit juice, potassium sorbate, ascorbic acid, parfum
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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.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 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 Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 with caution and patch test before full use.
Does Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 contain parabens?
Yes, Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50'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 Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 contains 6 flagged allergens and 2 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 Extra Bright Super C+ Vitamin Serum SPF 50 against your own profile.

