Allergen & irritant analysis
4 flaggedThis sunscreen from Vichy lists 32 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant 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
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- Alcohol denat.Can be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.
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.
- 3BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 6ZincHelps control oil and supports healing.
- 7ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
32INCI (full list, INCI order): water, alcohol denat., diisopropyl sebacate, silica, isopropyl myristate, ethylhexyl salicylate, ethylhexyl triazone, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, glycerin, propanediol, c12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer, niacinamide, drometrizole trisiloxane, perlite, caprylic/capric triglyceride, acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, butylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, citric acid, hydroxyacetophenone, hydroxyethylcellulose, salicylic acid, sarcosine, silica silylate, terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, tocopherol, triethanolamine, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, vitreoscilla ferment, zinc pca, 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 DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ 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 Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Capital Soleil UV-Clear 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 Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ 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 Capital Soleil UV-Clear SPF 50+ PA++++ against your own profile.

