Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Plum Goodness lists 23 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (benzyl alcohol). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Benzophenone-3Known allergen (sunscreen): Oxybenzone
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
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.
- 2NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
23INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, benzophenone-3, phospholipids, butylene glycol, propanediol, niacinamide, glycerin, titanium dioxide, rice ferment filtrate, oryza sativa extract, aluminum hydroxide, benzyl alcohol, hydroxyacetophenone, stearic acid, caprylyl glycol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, sodium gluconate, panthenol
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen with caution and patch test before full use.
Is 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen'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 & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen contains 4 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 & Rice Water SPF 50 PA+++ Hybrid Sunscreen against your own profile.

