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Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50

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Eucerin

8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50 is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 33-ingredient list, with glycerin and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, drying alcohol and chemical UV filters (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine).

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

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Key ingredients in 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  3. 3Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateA light oily ester made from butylene glycol and two fatty acids. It mainly softens…
  4. 4Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
  5. 5C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  6. 6Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
  7. 7Distarch PhosphateA plant starch that has been chemically modified to thicken formulas and keep them…
  8. 8Dibutyl AdipateDibutyl Adipate is a light, oily ester made from adipic acid and butanol. It works as…
  9. 9Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
  10. 10Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
  11. 11Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateA UVA-blocking organic sunscreen filter. It is an oil-soluble ingredient that absorbs…Chemical UV filters
  12. 12Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidA water-soluble UV filter used in sunscreens. It absorbs UVB rays and helps protect…Chemical UV filters
  13. 13Diethylhexyl Butamido TriazoneAn oil-soluble organic sunscreen filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, mainly UVB…Chemical UV filters
  14. 14Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
  15. 15Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  16. 16Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  17. 17GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  18. 18Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract
  19. 19Glycyrrhetinic Acid
  20. 20TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  21. 21Copernicia Cerifera CeraA hard plant wax scraped from the leaves of a Brazilian palm. It gives firmness, shine…
  22. 22Hydrogenated Rapeseed OilA rapeseed oil that has been hydrogenated to make it firmer and more stable. Its main…
  23. 23Cetyl PalmitateCetyl Palmitate is a waxy ester made from cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It softens…
  24. 24Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  25. 25Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA mild emulsifier and cleansing agent made from a fatty acid and an amino acid. It…
  26. 26Silica Dimethyl SilylateA fine silica powder with a surface treated to repel water and blend into oils, used…
  27. 27PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  28. 28HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  29. 29Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  30. 30Trisodium EDTATrisodium EDTA is a sodium salt of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  31. 31Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  32. 32Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  33. 33ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005900686367, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#33)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#2)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#4), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#6), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#9), Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (#11), Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid (#12), Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone (#13)

Frequently asked questions

Is Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50 fragrance-free?

No. Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50 contains Parfum (ingredient 33 of 33).

Does Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Eucerin 8 Hour Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF 50 pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and oily skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Vitamin E.

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