Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis lip balm from Nivea lists 26 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
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.
Full Ingredient List
26INCI (full list, INCI order): cera microcristallina, octyldodecanol, ricinus communis seed oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetyl palmitate, hydrogenated polydecene, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, myristyl myristate, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, cetearyl alcohol, bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, c20-40 alkyl stearate, octocrylene, copernicia cerifera cera, butyrospermum parkii butter, panthenol, humulus lupulus extract, bisabolol, glyceryl glucoside, glycerin, water, cera alba, propylene glycol, bht, ci 77891
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Potential Concerns
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Men Active Care Lip Balm fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Men Active Care Lip Balm'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 Men Active Care Lip Balm paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Men Active Care Lip Balm'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 Men Active Care Lip Balm suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Men Active Care Lip Balm 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 Men Active Care Lip Balm against your own profile.

