UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ INCI List & Ingredients | Nivea

Allergen & irritant analysis

5 flagged

This sunscreen from Nivea lists 19 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.

3 known allergens in this formula

2 known irritants

Methylparaben · preservative · mediumKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
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
AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
3
Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
4
Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, alcohol denat., propylene glycol, dimethicone, ethylhexyl triazone, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, butylene glycol, lysine lauroyl glutamate, pyrus cydonia seed extract, geranium robertianum extract, phellodendron amurense bark extract, sodium hyaluronate, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, carbomer, tocopheryl acetate, sodium hydroxide, bht, methylparaben

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3alcohol denat.4propylene glycol19methylparaben

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 UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 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 UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ contain parabens?

Yes, UV Super Water Gel 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 UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 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 UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ against your own profile.