Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30 is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 26-ingredient list, with glycerin, vitamin e and aloe vera. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 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 Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
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).

1Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the watery liquid pressed or extracted from the leaves…
2Arachidyl Alcohol
3Arachidyl Glucoside
4Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA plant-derived ingredient made from the kernels of the oat seed. Its main job is to…
5Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
6Butyloctyl Salicylate
7C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/MA Copolymer
8Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
9Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that helps water and oil blend into one smooth, stable mix,…Silicones
10Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
11EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
12GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
13Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
14Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract
15Magnesium SulfateMagnesium Sulfate is a mineral salt that combines magnesium with sulfate. In beauty…
16Pentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
17PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
18Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
19SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
20Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
21Sorbitan Tristearate
22Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
23Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
24Tocopherol (Vitamin E)Tocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
25Tetradecene Copolymer
26WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0302994111008, 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	Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone (#9)
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 Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30 fragrance-free?

Yes. Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30 lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser SPF 30 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: Glycerin, Vitamin E and Aloe vera.