Sun

sunscreen · 125 ml · Sun care

Alphanova Sun is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 26-ingredient list, with glycerin, titanium dioxide and vitamin E. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene).

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

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Key ingredients in Sun

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Titanium dioxide
A mineral UV filter.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.
Aloe vera
A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
2Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
3AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
4Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
6Coconut Alkanes
7Simmondsia Chinensis Oil
8Polyglyceryl-3 Diistearate
9Polyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateA water-in-oil emulsifier that keeps water and oil blended into a smooth, stable mix in…
10Callophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
11Magnesium SulfateMagnesium Sulfate is a mineral salt that combines magnesium with sulfate. In beauty…
12Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
13Polyhydroxystearic AcidPolyhydroxystearic Acid is a fatty-acid-based polymer made from castor-oil-derived…
14ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
15Coco Caprylate Caprate
16Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
17Sodium LevulinateSodium Levulinate is the sodium salt of levulinic acid, a plant-derived ingredient. It…
18Glyceryl CaprylateGlyceryl Caprylate is a mild ester of glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in…
19Aluminium Hydroxide
20AluminaAlumina is aluminum oxide, a fine mineral-based powder made from aluminum and oxygen.…
21Sodium AnisateSodium Anisate is the sodium salt of anisic acid, a plant-derived compound used mainly…
22Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderA powder made from the inner leaf juice of the aloe vera plant. It mainly helps hydrate…
23LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
24LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
25Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
26Tocopherol. ingrédient issu de l'agriculture biologique

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3760075070861, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#14)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Linalool (#23), Limonene (#24)
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	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Alphanova Sun fragrance-free?

No. Alphanova Sun contains Parfum (ingredient 14 of 26).

Does Alphanova Sun contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Alphanova Sun pass?

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