neutrogena Ultra Sheer Drytouch Sunblock SPF70
neutrogena Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Drytouch Sunblock SPF70 lists 23 ingredients on its label, 22 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.
- Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
- Beeswax
- BHT
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Cetyl Dimethicone
- Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
- Dimethicone
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Disodium EDTA
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Fragrance
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Methylisothiazolinone
- PEG-100 Stearate
- Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
- Silica
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
- Trideceth-6
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Water
- Xanthan Gum
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains siliconesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergens
Formulation view Silicone and acrylate copolymer matrix with beeswax for occlusion. Features physical sunscreen Diethylheptyl 2,6-naphthalate and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate. Preservative includes methylisothiazolinone. Ideal for dry-touch sun protection. Factory view: high emulsification difficulty in silicone systems, strict temperature control needed.
Key ingredients
- FILM FORMING
- Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
- BINDING
- Beeswax
- ANTIOXIDANT
- BHT
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Caprylyl Methicone
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetyl DimethiconeDiethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- HUMECTANT
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Other ingredients
Disodium EDTAEthylhexyl StearateEthylhexylglycerinFragranceGlyceryl StearateMethylisothiazolinonePEG-100 StearatePolyaminopropyl BiguanideSilicaSodium PolyacrylateStyrene/Acrylates CopolymerTrideceth-6TrimethylsiloxysilicateWaterXanthan Gum
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer | FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Beeswax | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| BHT | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE · 限制 III / 325 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Caprylyl Methicone | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cetyl Dimethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, UV ABSORBER | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methylisothiazolinone | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/57 V/39 | 5 · 0 | Yellow |
| PEG-100 Stearate | SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyaminopropyl Biguanide | PRESERVATIVE | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Polyacrylate | ABSORBENT, BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer | FILM FORMING, OPACIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Trideceth-6 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
- Film former for mascara; requires solvent, high levels may cause skin discomfort.
- Beeswax
- Beeswax, natural thickener and film former; provides occlusive moisturization, natural honey scent, animal-derived, potential allergen
- BHT
- Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Volatile silicone, fresh feel, does not absorb oil, used in foundations and cushions.
- Cetyl Dimethicone
- Silicone emulsifier/conditioner; excellent slip, hydrophobic, non-comedogenic.
- Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
- Emollient with UV-absorbing and solvent properties; usage levels should be controlled.
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Synthetic ester emollient and emulsifier; oil-soluble, light feel, low comedogenicity, suitable for oily skin.
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Strong preservative; high allergy risk, EU restricted for leave-on products, high formulation risk
- PEG-100 Stearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.
- Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
- Active preservative Polyaminopropyl Biguanide; effective at low levels, broad-spectrum, avoid anionic surfactants.
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.
- Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
- Film former and opacifier for powder makeup; some batches contain sensitizing monomers.
- Trideceth-6
- Not decoded yet
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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