Neutrogena Ultra Sheer · Sunscreen
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen SPF 45 Value Pack
Sunscreen with no fluorinated ingredient on record, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer has no PFAS statement on record for this sunscreen. Our record does not include an ingredient-level check, so look for fluorinated ingredients such as Teflon-type coating on the label.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water-resistant sunscreen lotion (organic/mineral UV filters, waterproofing agents unspecified)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Value Pack is made of, ingredients and materials
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 45 combines organic (chemical) UV filters such as avobenzone and octocrylene with a water-resistant lotion base. The 'dry-touch' texture implies silicone or lightweight polymer emollients to reduce greasiness without relying on fluorinated water-repellent coatings. No Teflon-type coating, fluorinated surfactants, or perfluorinated compounds appear on the ingredient label or in Neutrogena's public disclosures for this product line.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Fragrance allergens
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch contains fragrance (parfum), which can trigger sensitization or contact dermatitis in individuals with fragrance sensitivity. No specific fragrance allergen breakdown is disclosed on the label.
Avobenzone photostability
Avobenzone, a common organic UV filter in this product, is known to degrade under UV exposure and loses efficacy over time, particularly in water. This affects sunscreen performance but does not create a direct skin hazard if the product is used as directed and reapplied.
Eye irritation from chemical UV filters
Chemical sunscreen ingredients including avobenzone and octocrylene can irritate mucous membranes if not rinsed away thoroughly. This is a recognized category-level concern, not specific to Neutrogena, but relevant to formulations with these filters.
Preservative sensitivity
Sunscreen lotions typically contain preservatives such as methylchloroisothiazolinone or parabens to prevent microbial growth. Individuals with known sensitivity to these preservatives may experience contact irritation, though Neutrogena does not disclose the specific preservative system in this product summary.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
This product is a chemical sunscreen and does not contain mineral UV filters; mineral contamination hazard does not apply.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Neutrogena (Johnson & Johnson subsidiary) maintains publicly available ingredient lists and has faced no major recalls or regulatory actions specific to this sunscreen formulation. The brand does not make explicit PFAS-avoidance claims, but ingredient transparency and absence of water-resistant coating chemistry reduce expected PFAS exposure. Neutrogena products routinely undergo stability and safety testing under FDA cosmetic oversight.
How it compares in its category
Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch sits in the mainstream chemical sunscreen category, competing with similar avobenzone-based formulas from Coppertone, Banana Boat, and CVS brands. Mineral sunscreens (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) are a lower-concern alternative but often feel thicker. This product's avobenzone formulation is well-established in market use and carries no elevated hazard profile versus equivalent category peers.
If you buy it
Apply generously and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming, as directed on the label. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent ingredient degradation, which can reduce UV efficacy. Do not use if the formula separates, discolors, or shows signs of age beyond the printed expiration date. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Neutrogena Ultra Sheer has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen SPF 45 Value Pack?
- Mineral sunscreen, zinc oxide base
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
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2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide base)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Synthetic fragrance allergens
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