Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Plum Goodness lists 41 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Benzophenone-3Known allergen (sunscreen): Oxybenzone
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Salix nigra bark extractCan be irritating or cause mild peeling for some sensitive individuals due to its natural salicylic acid content, especially at higher concentrations.
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
- 1CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
- 2Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 3Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 5Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 6Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 7Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 8ZincHelps control oil and supports healing.
Full Ingredient List
41INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, benzophenone-3, phospholipids, butylene glycol, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dimethicone, sodium acrylates copolymer, lecithin, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol, glycerin, camellia sinensis leaf extract, zinc pca, oat amino acids, salix nigra bark extract, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, zinc oxide, hyaluronic acid, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, phytosphingosine, cholesterol, sodium lauroyl lactylate, carbomer, xanthan gum, allantoin, tocopherol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, ethoxydiglycol, helianthus annuus seed oil, glyceryl stearate, oxothiazolidine, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, titanium dioxide, trehalose
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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 Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 fragrance-free?
No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50'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 Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel 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 Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 contains 3 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (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 Green Tea & Zinc Super-Matte Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 against your own profile.

