Allergen & irritant analysis
8 flaggedThis sunscreen from Nivea lists 35 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens and 3 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- 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.
- AlcoholKnown sensitizer/irritant
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
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.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
35INCI (full list, INCI order): water, homosalate, alcohol denat., butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl salicylate, octocrylene, distarch phosphate, dimethicone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, behenyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, methylpropanediol, silica dimethyl silylate, rose extract, myrciaria dubia fruit juice, glycyrrhiza inflata root extract, isoamyl laurate, silica, mica, dimethicone crosspolymer, carbomer, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, sodium stearoyl glutamate, xanthan gum, trisodium edta, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium hydroxide, sodium chloride, butylene glycol, alcohol, ascorbic acid, parfum, ci 77891
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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 DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++'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 Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ contains 5 flagged allergens and 3 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 Triple Protect Extra Radiant Smooth SPF50+ PA+++ against your own profile.

