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Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50

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Nivea Sun

Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50

sunscreen · 200 ml · Sun care

Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50 is free of essential oils, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with glycerin and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool), drying alcohol and chemical UV filters (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate).

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

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Key ingredients in Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray 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

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

  1. 1Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  2. 2Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateA light oily ester made from butylene glycol and two fatty acids. It mainly softens…
  3. 3C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  4. 4Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  5. 5Dibutyl AdipateDibutyl Adipate is a light, oily ester made from adipic acid and butanol. It works as…
  6. 6Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
  7. 7Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
  8. 8Ethylhexyl SalicylateEthylhexyl Salicylate is an oil-soluble UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet B rays and…Chemical UV filters
  9. 9Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
  10. 10Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateA UVA-blocking organic sunscreen filter. It is an oil-soluble ingredient that absorbs…Chemical UV filters
  11. 11Acrylates/Octylacrylamide CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  12. 12Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
  13. 13GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  14. 14TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  15. 15AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  16. 16LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22Ethyl Benzoate
  23. 23Methyl Benzoate
  24. 24ParfumAroma 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/4005900695826, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#24)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#16), Linalool (#17), Benzyl Alcohol (#18), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#19), Citronellol (#20), Geraniol (#21)
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#1)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#7), Ethylhexyl Salicylate (#8), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#9), Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (#10), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#12)

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50 fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50 contains Parfum (ingredient 24 of 24).

Does Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Nivea Sun Protect & Dry Touch Sun Spray SPF 50 pass?

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

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