aveeno Clear Complexion Sheer Daily Moisturizer
aveeno Aveeno Clear Complexion Sheer Daily Moisturizer lists 26 ingredients on its label, 24 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Avobenzone
- Homosalate
- Octisalate
- Octocrylene
- Water
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Glycerin
- Glycine Soja Seed Extract
- Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
- Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyacrylate-13
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Fragrance
- Chlorphenesin
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Steareth-21
- Polyisobutene
- Disodium EDTA
- Silica
- Polysorbate 20
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Titanium Dioxide
- Mica
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains siliconesContains fragranceContains PEG
Formulation view Sheer daily moisturizer with organic UV filters (Avobenzone, Homosalate) and physical pigments. Volatile silicones ensure a non-greasy feel, while soy extract and hydroxyacetophenone provide antioxidant support. Best for oily skin daily commute. Formulator note: Oil-in-water structure balances longevity and hydration, with silicones offering instant smoothing.
Key ingredients
- 紫外线吸收剂
- Avobenzone
- FRAGRANCE
- Homosalate
- 溶剂
- Octisalate
- LIGHT STABILIZER
- Octocrylene
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Caprylyl MethiconeGlycine Soja Seed Extract
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
Other ingredients
Methyl Methacrylate CrosspolymerSodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CrosspolymerHydroxyacetophenonePentylene GlycolPolyacrylate-13Glyceryl StearatePhenoxyethanolFragranceChlorphenesinTocopheryl AcetateSteareth-21PolyisobuteneDisodium EDTASilicaPolysorbate 20Sodium HydroxideTitanium DioxideMica
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avobenzone | 紫外线吸收剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Homosalate | FRAGRANCE, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 VI/3 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Octisalate | 溶剂, 皮肤调理 - 润肤 | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Octocrylene | LIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 VI/10 | 1 · 2 | Yellow |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Methicone | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycine Soja Seed Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer | FILM FORMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer | EMULSION STABILISING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyacrylate-13 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Chlorphenesin | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/50 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Steareth-21 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Polyisobutene | BINDING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 20 | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Avobenzone
- Organic UV filter for UVB and part of UVA-I; poor photostability, used in synergy with other filters.
- Homosalate
- UVB sunscreen agent, often combined with others; stable but migratory; ensure regulatory compliance.
- Octisalate
- Octyloleate, ester solvent and emollient; used in sunscreens or diluting oils, light texture
- Octocrylene
- UV-B absorber and photostabilizer; has concentration limits, consider potential coral toxicity and allergenicity for specific groups.
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Volatile silicone, fresh feel, does not absorb oil, used in foundations and cushions.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Glycine Soja Seed Extract
- Soybean extract for skin conditioning; low allergen risk, monitor batch protein variability.
- Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
- MMA crosspolymer for durable water-soluble film; high doses may create occlusion
- Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer
- Anionic thickener/emulsion stabilizer; generally mild with no significant irritation or comedogenic risk.
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Polyacrylate-13
- Not decoded yet
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Chlorphenesin
- Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Steareth-21
- Not decoded yet
- Polyisobutene
- Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Polysorbate 20
- Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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