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Shiseido

Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Shiseido Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50 is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 43-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin c. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance (Parfum)), labelled fragrance allergens (Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene) and silicones (Dimethicone).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50

  • Hyaluronic acid

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

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Water (Aqua)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Butylene Glycole
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Dipropylene GlycolDipropylene glycol is a clear liquid that works as a solvent and a humectant, meaning…
  5. 5Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an oil-soluble UV filter that absorbs UVB sunlight,…Chemical UV filters
  6. 6DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  7. 7OctocryleneOctocrylene is a synthetic, oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA…Chemical UV filters
  8. 8Glyceryl Stearate SEA blend of glyceryl stearate and a little soap that helps oil and water mix. Its main…
  9. 9Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
  10. 10Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic acidA water-soluble UV filter used in sunscreens. It absorbs UVB rays and helps protect…Chemical UV filters
  11. 11PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
  12. 12Hydrogenated Polydecene
  13. 13Isopropyl MyristateIsopropyl Myristate is a light, oil-like ester made from myristic acid and isopropyl…
  14. 14Myristyl MyristateMyristyl myristate is an ester, a waxy fat-like ingredient made by joining two fatty…
  15. 15TriethanolamineTriethanolamine is a clear, thick, slightly alkaline liquid used mainly to adjust a…
  16. 16Peg-40 Stearate
  17. 17SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  18. 18Carnosine
  19. 19Sorbitan Tristearate
  20. 20Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina)Cera Microcristallina is a fine-grained wax refined from petroleum. It thickens…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  21. 21Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  22. 22PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  23. 23Fragrance (Parfum)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  24. 24Cellulose GumA plant-derived thickener made from cellulose, the fiber found in plant cell walls,…
  25. 25Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  26. 26Sodium Metaphosphate
  27. 27Trisodium EdtaTrisodium EDTA is a sodium salt of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  28. 28Erythritol
  29. 29Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  30. 30Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
  31. 31Potassium Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Phosphate
  32. 32Butylphenyl MethylpropionalA synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives products a fresh, floral scent, close to…Labelled fragrance allergens
  33. 33LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  34. 34Iron Oxides (CI 77492)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  35. 35LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  36. 36BHTBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
  37. 37Benzyl BenzoateBenzyl Benzoate is a clear, oily liquid with a mild, sweet scent. It mainly helps…Labelled fragrance allergens
  38. 38GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  39. 39CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  40. 40Sodium MetabisulfiteSodium Metabisulfite is a white powder salt that dissolves in water and works mainly as…
  41. 41Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
  42. 42Iron Oxides (CI 77491)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  43. 43TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0768614191100, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (Parfum) (#23)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsButylphenyl Methylpropional (#32), Limonene (#33), Linalool (#35), Benzyl Benzoate (#37), Geraniol (#38), Citronellol (#39)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#6)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsMicrocrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina) (#20)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (#5), Octocrylene (#7), Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic acid (#10)

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiseido Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50 fragrance-free?

No. Shiseido Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50 contains Fragrance (Parfum) (ingredient 23 of 43).

Does Shiseido Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Shiseido Sh Benef.cr.day Spf15 50 good for?

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

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