Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis sunscreen from Nivea lists 17 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants 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
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- 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: 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
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
17INCI (full list, INCI order): water, alcohol denat., ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, propylene glycol, dimethicone, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylhexyl triazone, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, sodium hyaluronate, pinus taeda bark extract, pyrus cydonia fruit extract, tocopheryl acetate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, ceteth-10, sodium hydroxide, methylparaben
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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.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Sun Water Gel SPF35/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 Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contain parabens?
Yes, Sun Water Gel SPF35/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 Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains 3 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 Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ against your own profile.

