Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis bb/cc cream from Nivea lists 10 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
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.
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
Full Ingredient List
10INCI (full list, INCI order): titanium dioxide, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl salicylate, homosalate, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, ethylhexyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, alcohol denat. 7%, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben
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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 DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+'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 Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+ contain parabens?
Yes, Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+'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 Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+ 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 Sun UV Face Even Skin Tone BB SPF50+ against your own profile.

