Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Vichy lists 44 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 4 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, benzyl benzoate). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Benzyl benzoateKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Cetyl alcoholKnown allergen (emollient): Cetyl Alcohol
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.
- 3ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
Full Ingredient List
44INCI (full list, INCI order): water, titanium dioxide, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, silicon, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, diisopropyl sebacate, ethylhexyl triazone, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, isopropyl myristate, sodium glycogen octenylsuccinate, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, caprylyl methicone, pentylene glycol, potassium cetyl phosphate, triethanolamine, dicaprylyl ether, propylene glycol propyl ether, polyamide-5, phenethyl benzoate, stearic acid, glyceryl stearate, peg-40 stearate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, hydroxyacetophenone, palmitic acid, poloxamer 407, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, caprylyl glycol, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, cetyl alcohol, ci 77492, tocopherol, silica, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, disodium edta, ci 77491, myristic acid, butylene glycol, ci 77499, benzoic acid, methyl di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, citric acid, benzyl benzoate, 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 Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Does Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, benzyl benzoate. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen 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 Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 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 Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 against your own profile.

