The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer

primer · 22 ml · Makeup

Catrice The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains chemical UV filters (Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid).

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer

Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

24 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
3Diisopropyl Adipate
4PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
5Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateA UVA-blocking organic sunscreen filter. It is an oil-soluble ingredient that absorbs…Chemical UV filters
6Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidA water-soluble UV filter used in sunscreens. It absorbs UVB rays and helps protect…Chemical UV filters
7SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
8Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
9Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
10Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
11Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
12Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
13HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
14Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
15Microcrystalline CelluloseMicrocrystalline Cellulose is a fine, white powder made from plant cellulose. It mainly…
16Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
17Sphingomonas Ferment Extract
18EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
19Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
20Cellulose GumA plant-derived thickener made from cellulose, the fiber found in plant cell walls,…
21Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
22Biosaccharide Gum-1Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a fermentation-made polymer, or long chain of sugar units, that…
23Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
24PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…

Source: Catrice product page, www.catrice.eu/en-gb/p/948863/the-protector-hydrate-and-spf-primer, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	Contains	Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (#5), Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid (#6), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#9), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#10)

Frequently asked questions

Is Catrice The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer fragrance-free?

Yes. Catrice The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Catrice The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Catrice The Protector Hydrate & SPF Primer pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E.