Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++

Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++

17ingredients
SunscreenNivea

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeCruelty-freeSulfate-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganParaben-freeSilicone-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

4 flagged

This sunscreen from Nivea lists 17 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

3 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
  • Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong 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: 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

HydratingBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 3
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 4
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.

Full Ingredient List

17

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, propylene glycol, cyclomethicone, ethylhexyl triazone, tocopheryl acetate, sodium hyaluronate, polyquaternium-51, eucalyptus maculata extract, butylene glycol, acrylic acid/c12-22 alkyl acrylate copolymer, carbomer, ceteth-10, methylparaben, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide

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4propylene glycol15methylparaben

Potential Concerns

  • 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 Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++ fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++'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 Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++ contain parabens?

Yes, Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 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 Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++ contains 3 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (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 Protect Water Gel For Children SPF 28 PA++ against your own profile.