What are the key ingredients in Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50?

Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 contains 44 ingredients. Key actives include: Water, Titanium Dioxide, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Undecane, and more.

Does Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 contain comedogenic or pore-clogging ingredients?

Based on ingredient analysis, Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 does not contain known comedogenic or irritating ingredients and is generally considered safe for acne-prone skin.

How is the safety of Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 rated?

Safety ratings for Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 are calculated based on individual ingredient analysis, covering comedogenicity, irritancy, and overall safety scores. See the full breakdown at https://www.skinwis.com/product/skinceuticals-protect-sheer-mineral-uv-defense-sunscreen-spf-50.

Where can I find the full ingredient list for Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50?

The complete ingredient list, safety analysis, and community reviews for Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 are available on SkinWis at https://www.skinwis.com/product/skinceuticals-protect-sheer-mineral-uv-defense-sunscreen-spf-50.

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Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50

Updated on: 24/12/2025

Total Ingredients

analysed

40 of 44

Skin-Safe

low risk

1 of 44

Potential Irritants

may irritate sensitive skin

0 of 44

Potential Pore-Clogging

comedogenic risk

About this product

44 ingredients

1 potential irritant

none pore-clogging

SkinCeuticals product. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

Water

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver

Titanium Dioxide

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Sunscreen Agent Cloudiness Creator UV Ray Absorber +1

Isododecane

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver Skin Softener

Dimethicone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener Defensive Shield +1

Undecane

Safety: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Germ Fighter Skin Softener

Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

Safety: Low risk

Cloudiness Creator Protective Coating Agent

Caprylyl Methicone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer

Nylon-12

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Thickness Regulator

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver Hair Softener

Phenethyl Benzoate

Fragrance Provider Skin Softener

Tridecane

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Softener

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener

Silica

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Thickness Regulator +3

Triethylhexanoin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +1

Isohexadecane

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Ingredient Dissolver Skin Softener

Dicaprylyl Ether

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver Skin Softener

Talc

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Polishing & Scrubbing Agent +4

Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Cloudiness Creator Protective Coating Agent

Aluminum Hydroxide

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Cloudiness Creator Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +2

Stearic Acid

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Lipid Restorer Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover +3

Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Emulsifying Surfactant

Pentylene Glycol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver

Aluminum Stearate

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Thickness Regulator Color Provider Emulsion Stabilizer +1

Peg-8 Laurate

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Cleansing Surfactant Emulsifying Surfactant

Phenoxyethanol

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Product Protector Germ Fighter

Magnesium Sulfate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Volume Builder

Caprylyl Glycol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener Odor Neutralizer +1

Alumina

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Thickness Regulator +3

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Safety: Low risk

Emulsifying Surfactant

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

UV Protector for Products Thickness Regulator

Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate

Safety: Low risk

Defensive Shield

Tocopherol

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator Anti-Aging Protector +1

Propylene Carbonate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Thickness Regulator Ingredient Dissolver

Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: High risk

Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover

Artemia Extract

Safety: Low risk

Skin Enhancer

Benzoic Acid

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Product Protector Scent Provider pH Controller

Dipropylene Glycol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Fragrance Provider Thickness Regulator Ingredient Dissolver +1

Sodium Citrate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

pH Stabilizer Metal Ion Binder Scent Provider

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Moisture Barrier Creator Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver +1

Potassium Sorbate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Product Protector Scent Provider

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator Ingredient Dissolver +1

Vitamin E

Sunflower Seed Oil

Ingredient Name	Safety Profile	Functionality
01 Water	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer +1
02 Titanium Dioxide	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Sunscreen Agent Cloudiness Creator +2
03 Isododecane	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver +1
04 Dimethicone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener +2
05 Undecane	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
06 C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Germ Fighter +1
07 Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Cloudiness Creator Protective Coating Agent
08 Caprylyl Methicone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer
09 Nylon-12	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +1
10 Butyloctyl Salicylate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver +1
11 Phenethyl Benzoate		Fragrance Provider Skin Softener
12 Tridecane	S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Softener
13 Dicaprylyl Carbonate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
14 Silica	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +4
15 Triethylhexanoin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +2
16 Isohexadecane	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Ingredient Dissolver Skin Softener
17 Dicaprylyl Ether	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver +1
18 Talc	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +5
19 Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Cloudiness Creator Protective Coating Agent
20 Aluminum Hydroxide	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Cloudiness Creator Moisture Magnet +3
21 Stearic Acid	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Lipid Restorer Cleansing Surfactant +4
22 Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Emulsifying Surfactant
23 Pentylene Glycol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver
24 Aluminum Stearate	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Thickness Regulator Color Provider +2
25 Peg-8 Laurate	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Cleansing Surfactant Emulsifying Surfactant
26 Phenoxyethanol	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Product Protector Germ Fighter
27 Magnesium Sulfate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Volume Builder
28 Caprylyl Glycol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +2
29 Alumina	S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +4
30 Polyhydroxystearic Acid	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Emulsifying Surfactant
31 Disteardimonium Hectorite	S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	UV Protector for Products Thickness Regulator
32 Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Defensive Shield
33 Tocopherol	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator +2
34 Propylene Carbonate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Thickness Regulator Ingredient Dissolver
35 Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate	S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover
36 Artemia Extract	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Skin Enhancer
37 Benzoic Acid	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Product Protector Scent Provider +1
38 Dipropylene Glycol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Fragrance Provider Thickness Regulator +2
39 Sodium Citrate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	pH Stabilizer Metal Ion Binder +1
40 Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Moisture Barrier Creator Fragrance Provider +2
41 Potassium Sorbate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Product Protector Scent Provider
42 Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator +2
43 Vitamin E		N/A
44 Sunflower Seed Oil		N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SkinCeuticals Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 44 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

Is SkinCeuticals a good skincare brand?

SkinCeuticals is a skincare brand founded in the United States in 1994 by dermatologist Dr. Sheldon R. Pinnell, whose research on topical antioxidants influenced the brand’s formulations. SkinCeuticals focuses on advanced, science-backed serums, antioxidants, and corrective skincare recommended by dermatologists. SkinCeuticals makes products such as Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about SkinCeuticals.

Is SkinCeuticals Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-dodecylbenzenesulfonate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does SkinCeuticals Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 44 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes SkinCeuticals Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50?

This product is from SkinCeuticals. See more products from SkinCeuticals.

What are the ingredients in SkinCeuticals Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50?

Protect Sheer Mineral UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 contains 44 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/titanium-dioxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Titanium Dioxide</a>, <a href="/ingredient/isododecane" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isododecane</a>, <a href="/ingredient/dimethicone" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Dimethicone</a> and <a href="/ingredient/undecane" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Undecane</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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