Allergen & irritant analysis
8 flaggedThis sunscreen from Nivea lists 45 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
- 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.
- 5RucinolAdvanced brightening agent for dark spots.
- 6ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
45INCI (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, silica, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide, behenyl alcohol, ci 77891, cetyl alcohol, silica dimethyl silylate, vp/hexadecene copolymer, acrylamide/ammonium acrylate copolymer, methylparaben, trisodium edta, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, polyisobutene, carbomer, xanthan gum, panthenol, tocopheryl acetate, polysorbate 20, sorbitan isostearate, propylene glycol, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, pantolactone, 4-butylresorcinol, citric acid, glucose, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, trideceth-9, lactic acid, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, panax ginseng root extract, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, ginkgo biloba leaf extract, caramel, 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 Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ 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 Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ with caution and patch test before full use.
Does Extra Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ contain parabens?
Yes, Extra Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++'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 Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Extra Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ 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 Protect C&E Vitamin Sun Care SPF 50 PA+++ against your own profile.

