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Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30

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Isdin

Gel Cream SPF 30

sunscreen · 250 ml · Sun care

Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30 is free of essential oils, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 34-ingredient list, with retinoids and panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool) and drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat).

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

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Key ingredients in Gel Cream SPF 30

  • Retinoids

    Vitamin A forms that speed cell turnover for lines, texture and breakouts.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  3. 3OctocryleneOctocrylene is a synthetic, oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA…Chemical UV filters
  4. 4C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  5. 5Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
  6. 6Dibutyl AdipateDibutyl Adipate is a light, oily ester made from adipic acid and butanol. It works as…
  7. 7Bis-Ehtylhexyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
  8. 8CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight silicone that helps products spread smoothly and then evaporates, leaving…Silicones
  9. 9Tromethamine
  10. 10CyclohexasiloxaneSilicones
  11. 11Ammonium Acryloyldimethytaurate (VP Copolymer)
  12. 12Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol Nano
  13. 13Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidA water-soluble UV filter used in sunscreens. It absorbs UVB rays and helps protect…Chemical UV filters
  14. 14Polycrylamide
  15. 15PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  16. 16PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  17. 17C13-14 Isoparaffin
  18. 18CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  19. 19PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  20. 20Tocophenyl Acetate
  21. 21Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  22. 22Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
  23. 23Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  24. 24Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
  25. 25Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  26. 26Retinyl PalmitateRetinyl Palmitate is a mild form of vitamin A, made by pairing retinol with a fatty…
  27. 27Laureth-7Laureth-7 is a mild nonionic emulsifier, made from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide,…
  28. 28BHTBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
  29. 29LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  30. 30Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  31. 31CI 77491 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  32. 32CI 77499 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  33. 33Tocophenol
  34. 34CI 77492 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8470001549990, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#21)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#29)
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#2)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsCyclopentasiloxane (#8), Cyclohexasiloxane (#10)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsOctocrylene (#3), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#5), Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid (#13)

Frequently asked questions

Is Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30 fragrance-free?

No. Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30 contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 21 of 34).

Does Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Isdin Gel Cream SPF 30 good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, oily skin and mature skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Retinoids and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).

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