Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50 is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 37-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and vitamin c. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone).

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

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Key ingredients in Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.
Titanium dioxide
A mineral UV filter.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
3Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateA UVA-blocking organic sunscreen filter. It is an oil-soluble ingredient that absorbs…Chemical UV filters
4Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
5Caprylyl MethiconeSilicones
6Diisopropyl Adipate
7Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a starch that has been chemically modified and…
8Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol (nano)Chemical UV filters
9NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
10DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
11Diisopropyl Sebacate
12GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
13HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
14Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
15Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
16PEG-100 Stearate
17Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
18Potassium Cetyl PhosphateA mild emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, and phosphate. It helps oil…
19Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
20Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
21Triacontanyl PVP
22Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
23Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
24Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone Crosspolymer is a flexible, network-like silicone that gives a soft, smooth…Silicones
25Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
26Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
27Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateA stable, water-friendly form of vitamin C. It is an antioxidant that helps brighten…
28Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
29Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
30PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
31SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
32Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
33Jojoba Esters
34Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
35Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
36Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
37Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…

Source: Neutrogena product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/suncare/ultra-sheer-range/hydration-cream, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Caprylyl Methicone (#5), Dimethicone (#10), Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#24)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	Contains	Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (#3), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#4), Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol (nano) (#8), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#17)

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50 fragrance-free?

Yes. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50 lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Invisible Cream Sunscreen Hydration SPF50 good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Vitamin C and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).