Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis sunscreen from Pilgrim lists 31 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.
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.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3ArbutinGently brightens and evens skin tone.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
31INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diethylhexyl butamido triazone, butylene glycol, glycereth-26, undecane, tridecane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, niacinamide 2%, squalane, phospholipids, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium polyacrylate, peg-10 glyceryl stearate, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, phenoxyethanol, xylitol, glucose, anhydroxylitol, sodium pca, allantoin, alpha-arbutin, centella asiatica extract, phoenix dactylifera fruit extract, achyrocline satureioides flower extract, plantago lanceolata leaf extract, fabiana imbricata leaf/stem extract, verbascum thapsus extract, disodium edta
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen 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.
Is 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ 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 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ contains 2 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 2% Niacinamide Glow Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ against your own profile.

