The product provides a verified SPF 50 rating, mapping directly to the 'Very high' protection tier, supported by a robust combination of modern UVB filters.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent broad-spectrum coverage is achieved through a synergistic combination of Uvinul A Plus, Tinosorb S, and Tinosorb M, providing continuous and robust protection across the entire UVA spectrum.
Sweat Resistance
The formula lacks a formal water resistance claim and relies primarily on water-soluble thickeners, though it contains a minor plant-derived elastomer blend that may offer slight hydrophobicity.
Visible Light
The formulation completely lacks iron oxides or dedicated pigmentary minerals necessary to meaningfully attenuate visible light and high-energy visible (blue) light.
Irritation Risk
Contains multiple mild irritants including propylene glycol, octisalate, and volatile terpenes from Blue Tansy, which may compound to irritate compromised skin.
Pore Clogging
The formulation is primarily composed of non-comedogenic solvents, UV filters, and glycols, with only a few mild emulsifiers rated 1-2/5 present at moderate to low concentrations.
White Cast
Relies primarily on chemical filters but includes Tinosorb M (Bisoctrizole), a particulate hybrid filter that can leave a very faint cast.
Ingredients Analysis▾
Active Filters
Uvinul A PlusChemical · UVA II/UVA I
Not approved by the US FDA as a sunscreen active and subject to strict EU impurity limits for the reproductive toxicant di n hexyl phthalate.
Uvinul T 150Chemical · UVB
Not approved by the US FDA for use as an active sunscreen ingredient but is widely approved in the EU and other regions up to 5 percent.
BemotrizinolChemical · Broad Spectrum UV
Identified in recent dermatological literature as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis.
BisoctrizoleHybrid · Broad Spectrum UV
OctisalateChemical · UVB
Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.
Key Inactives
WaterWater · Solvent
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateSynthetic Oil · Emollient
PhospholipidsFatty Acid · Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 80Nonionic · Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated compound, it carries a theoretical risk of contamination with 1,4-dioxane, a probable carcinogen formed during the manufacturing process.
Butylene GlycolGlycol · Solvent
GlycerinGlycerin · Humectant
Decyl GlucosideCleansing · Surfactant
Named Contact Allergen of the Year in 2017 due to increasing reports of allergic contact dermatitis, though it remains safe and mild for the vast majority of users.
Propylene GlycolGlycol · Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
Xanthan GumGum · Thickener
Cetearyl OlivateNonionic · Emulsifier
Sorbitan OlivateNonionic · Emulsifier
Blue Tansy ExtractBotanical Extract · Skin Conditioning
Contains volatile fragrant compounds, such as camphor, sabinene, and myrcene, which can cause skin sensitization, irritation, and allergic contact dermatitis in some individuals [2.8].
PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateNonionic · Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated ingredient, it carries a risk of trace contamination with 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide, which are potential carcinogens [1.4].
Ceramide NPCeramide · Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Oat ProteinPeptide · Skin Conditioning
While generally well tolerated, hydrolyzed oat protein can occasionally cause allergic contact dermatitis or hypersensitivity reactions, particularly in individuals with atopic dermatitis or preexisting oat allergies [2.3].
Structurally similar to octisalate, it has been flagged in predictive modeling studies for potential weak estrogen receptor binding activity.
Sodium CarbomerCarbomer · Thickener
Carbomers may contain trace amounts of benzene, a known carcinogen, from older manufacturing processes, though modern production largely avoids its use.
Glyceryl DibehenateFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
May contain 1,2-diglycerides as a byproduct, which the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel notes could potentially induce epidermal hyperplasia if present in high concentrations.
Phenoxyethanol and EthylhexylglycerinPhenoxyethanol · Preservative
Both components are documented, albeit rare, contact allergens that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
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