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Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect

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Medik8

Advanced Day Ultimate Protect

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 41-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and squalane. List checked November 5, 2026.

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

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Advanced Day Ultimate Protect

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
  3. 3Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateA UVA-blocking organic sunscreen filter. It is an oil-soluble ingredient that absorbs…Chemical UV filters
  4. 4Dibutyl AdipateDibutyl Adipate is a light, oily ester made from adipic acid and butanol. It works as…
  5. 5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  6. 6C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  7. 7Diisopropyl Adipate
  8. 8Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
  9. 9Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
  10. 10IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
  11. 11Vaccinium Myrtillus (Blueberry) Seed Oil
  12. 12Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  13. 13SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  14. 14Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  15. 15PEG-100 Stearate
  16. 16Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  17. 17Potassium Cetyl PhosphateA mild emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, and phosphate. It helps oil…
  18. 18SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  19. 19PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  20. 20HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  21. 21Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
  22. 22Marrubium Vulgare Extract
  23. 23ArginineArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
  24. 24Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  25. 25LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  26. 26Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  27. 27Carnosine
  28. 28Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  29. 29Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  30. 30Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  31. 31Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  32. 32Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
  33. 33Plankton Extract
  34. 34Dehydroacetic AcidDehydroacetic Acid is a synthetic preservative that helps keep water-based products…
  35. 35ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  36. 36Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
  37. 37EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  38. 38Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  39. 39LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  40. 40LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  41. 41CitralCitral is a lemon-scented compound found in lemongrass and other citrus oils, used…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/advanced-day-ultimate-protect, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#35)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#39), Linalool (#40), Citral (#41)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#2), Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (#3), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#8)

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect fragrance-free?

No. Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect contains Parfum (ingredient 35 of 41).

Does Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Squalane.

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