Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis sunscreen from Nivea lists 33 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 2 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
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- 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: 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.
- 2ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 5Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 6AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
33INCI (full list, INCI order): water, isopropyl palmitate, dicaprylyl ether, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, alcohol denat., c12-15 alkyl benzoate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, titanium dioxide, ethylhexyl triazone, dibutyl adipate, kaolin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tapioca starch, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, glycerin, diethylhexyl butamido triazone, glycyrrhiza inflata root extract, sodium hyaluronate, laminaria ochroleuca extract, tocopherol, dimethicone, silica, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, betaine, propylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol, trisodium edta, parfum
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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 Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
Does UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ 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 UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ with caution and patch test before full use.
Is UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+'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 UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. UV Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ 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 Face Triple Protect Fluid SPF 50+ against your own profile.

