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SPF 50 Sunscreen SPF 50

Strong broad-spectrum UV protection

Hybrid Chemical DominantCream
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Skin Type Match

20%

Irritating · Sensitizing · Phototoxic

Pros
  • Completely fragrance free
  • Zero drying alcohols
  • Contains soothing allantoin
Cons
  • Contains irritating retinol
  • Severe eye sting
  • Sensitizing chemical filters
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Performance Scores

SPF Level
The implied SPF 50 maps directly to the 'Very high' protection tier, supported by a robust combination of strong UVB filters including Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octocrylene, and Titanium Dioxide.
Broad Spectrum
Strong broad-spectrum coverage is achieved with Avobenzone covering the critical UVA I range, complemented by overlapping UVA II support from Octocrylene and Titanium Dioxide.
Sweat Resistance
The formula contains basic rheology modifiers and gums but lacks the robust hydrophobic film-forming polymers required for verifiable, durable water resistance.
Visible Light
The formulation completely lacks iron oxides or dedicated tinting agents necessary to meaningfully attenuate visible light and high-energy visible (blue) light.
Irritation Risk
Formulated with retinol and high concentrations of chemical UV filters like octocrylene, which carry significant risks for irritation and sensitization.
Pore Clogging
The formulation is primarily composed of non-comedogenic solvents, water, and UV filters, with only mild emollients and emulsifiers rated 1-2/5 present in the lower half of the ingredient list.
White Cast
Contains un-tinted titanium dioxide at position 8 in a primarily chemical filter base, producing a moderate cast on medium-to-deep skin tones.

Ingredients Analysis

Active Filters

OctocryleneChemical · UVB/UVA II
Banned in several jurisdictions due to evidence of coral toxicity and accumulation in marine life.
AvobenzoneChemical · UVA I/UVA II
Rapidly degrades under UV exposure losing significant UVA protection capacity unless stabilized by other filters.
Titanium DioxideMineral · UVB/UVA II
Classified as a possible human carcinogen if inhaled making spray and powder formulations a potential risk while dermal application remains safe
Ethylhexyl TriazoneChemical · UVB
Currently not approved by the United States FDA for use in sunscreens though it is widely approved in the EU and other global markets.

Key Inactives

WaterWater · Solvent
IsododecaneOil Based · Solvent
NiacinamideVitamin · Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
Arachidyl AlcoholWax · Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
Diisopropyl SebacateFatty Acid Ester · Emollient
Diisopropyl AdipateOil Based · Solvent
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateSynthetic Oil · Emollient
Butylene GlycolGlycol · Solvent
AllantoinOther · Humectant
RetinolVitamin · Antioxidant
Increases skin sensitivity to UV radiation and degrades upon sun exposure making its inclusion in daytime sunscreens highly controversial.
PanthenolOther · Humectant
Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic Acid · Humectant
Linoleic AcidFatty Acid · Skin Conditioning
Linolenic AcidFatty Acid · Skin Conditioning
Behenyl AlcoholWax · Thickener
Arachidyl GlucosideNonionic · Emulsifier
While generally considered mild and safe, alkyl glucosides can occasionally cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals.
PhenoxyethanolPhenoxyethanol · Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Glyceryl StearateNonionic · Emulsifier
PEG-100 StearateNonionic · Emulsifier
PEG compounds may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane, a probable carcinogen, as a byproduct of the ethoxylation manufacturing process.
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerPolymeric · Thickener
Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin · Antioxidant
Acacia Senegal GumGum · Thickener
Xanthan GumGum · Thickener
Polysorbate 20Solubilizer · Surfactant
As an ethoxylated ingredient, it may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide, which are potential carcinogens linked to the manufacturing process.
EthylhexylglycerinMultifunctional · Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.
SilicaMattifying Agent · Sensory Modifier
Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateOther · Chelating Agent