Asaya

Hint of Tint Sunscreen : Ingredients & Skin Analysis.

SPF 50PA++++Hybrid Chemical DominantCream

Exceptional broad-spectrum UV protection

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ModerateOverall Rating
Based on formula analysis

Skin Type Match

70%

Mattifying · Brightening · Protective

Pros
  • Mattifying breathable finish
  • Strong UVA protection
  • Brightening antioxidant blend
Cons
  • Mildly pore clogging
  • May sting eyes
  • High irritation risk
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Performance Scores

SPF Level

Excellent

Input confirms an SPF 50 rating, validated by the presence of multiple synergistic UVB filters (Octinoxate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Uvinul T 150) in the active ingredients list.

Broad Spectrum

Excellent

Absorption spectrum data confirms that Uvinul A Plus (peak 354 nm), Bemotrizinol (peak 345 nm), and Bisoctrizole (peak 360 nm) provide overlapping, high-efficacy attenuation across the 320-400 nm spectrum.

Sweat Resistance

Poor

Cosmetic science literature confirms that Triacontanyl PVP (position 10) and Dimethicone (position 9) form water-resistant matrices, though no formal 40-minute or 80-minute performance claim is provided.

Photo Stability

Excellent

Photobiology research demonstrates that Bemotrizinol (Tinosorb S) and Octocrylene function as efficient triplet-state quenchers that prevent the UV-induced degradation of Octinoxate.

Visible Light

Poor

Iron Oxides CI 77492, CI 77491, and CI 77499 appear at positions 47-49, below the preservative Phenoxyethanol (position 35), denoting concentrations well below the 1% threshold.

Irritation Risk

High Risk

Dermatological literature thoroughly documents octocrylene as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis and photocontact dermatitis.

Pore Clogging

Medium Risk

Clinical comedogenicity scales classify cetearyl alcohol and sorbitan olivate as mildly comedogenic (2/5) due to their lipid profile and emulsion-forming nature.

White Cast

Low Risk

Formulations containing iron oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499) effectively mask the reflectance of mineral and particulate filters.


Ingredients Analysis

Active Filters

Octinoxate ChemicalUVB

Studies indicate potential estrogenic and thyroid disrupting activity in animal models and human cell lines.

Octisalate ChemicalUVB

Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.

Octocrylene ChemicalUVB / UVA II

Banned in several jurisdictions due to evidence of coral toxicity and accumulation in marine life.

Titanium Dioxide MineralUVB / UVA II

Classified as a possible human carcinogen if inhaled making spray and powder formulations a potential risk while dermal application remains safe

Uvinul A Plus ChemicalUVA 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 150 ChemicalUVB

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.

Bemotrizinol ChemicalBroad Spectrum UV

Identified in recent dermatological literature as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis.

Bisoctrizole HybridBroad Spectrum UV

Key Inactive Ingredients

Water WaterSolvent
Niacinamide VitaminAntioxidant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Synthetic OilEmollient
Butylene Glycol GlycolSolvent
Dimethicone SiliconeEmollient
Triacontanyl PVP Synthetic PolymerFilm Former
Steareth-21 NonionicEmulsifier

As an ethoxylated compound it may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide which are probable carcinogens if not adequately purified during manufacturing [1.3.1].

Cetearyl Alcohol WaxEmollient

Historically rated as mildly comedogenic in animal models but modern dermatological consensus indicates it is unlikely to clog pores in typical cosmetic formulations.

Dicaprylyl Carbonate Synthetic OilEmollient
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate Mattifying AgentSensory Modifier

May contain trace heavy metal impurities like arsenic and lead but cosmetic grade material is strictly regulated to remain within safe food grade limits [2.8].

Cyclopentasiloxane SiliconeEmollient

The European Union is restricting this ingredient to a maximum concentration of one tenth of a percent in leave on cosmetics effective June 2027.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Silicone ElastomerSensory Modifier
Trehalose OtherHumectant
Decyl Glucoside CleansingSurfactant

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.

Cetearyl Olivate NonionicEmulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate NonionicEmulsifier
Stearalkonium Hectorite ClayThickener
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer PolymericThickener

Listed in Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation which permits its use only under specific regulatory conditions such as strict purity criteria.

Aloe Vera Leaf Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning
Sea Buckthorn Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning
Licorice Root Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning
Saffron Flower Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning
Arisaema Amurense Extract Botanical ExtractSkin Conditioning

The raw plant contains calcium oxalate crystals known to cause contact irritation, though cosmetic extracts are typically processed to mitigate this risk.

Propylene Carbonate MiscellaneousOther
Propylene Glycol GlycolSolvent

Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.

Phenoxyethanol PhenoxyethanolPreservative

Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.

Ethylhexylglycerin MultifunctionalPreservative

Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.

Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic AcidHumectant
1,2-Hexanediol GlycolSolvent
Methoxy PEG-10 propyltrimethoxysilane DispersingSurfactant

As an ethoxylated PEG derivative it carries a potential risk of trace contamination with dioxane and ethylene oxide which are known manufacturing byproducts and probable carcinogens.

C13-15 Alkane Synthetic OilEmollient
Coco Glucoside CleansingSurfactant

Although widely considered gentle, the alkyl glucoside family has been noted as an emerging trigger for allergic contact dermatitis in a small number of sensitized individuals [1.10].

Xanthan Gum GumThickener
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate SyntheticAntioxidant
Talc PowderSensory Modifier

Talc deposits often coexist with asbestos leading to a high risk of cross contamination with this known human carcinogen if not rigorously tested.

Disodium EDTA EDTAChelating Agent

Poorly biodegradable in the environment and can accumulate in aquatic ecosystems where it may mobilize heavy metals.

Citric Acid AcidpH Adjuster
Iron Oxide CI 77492 PigmentColorant
Iron Oxide CI 77491 MineralColorant
Iron Oxide CI 77499 PigmentColorant