1 / 6Gel Sunscreen for Oily Skin SPF 50
Uses advanced photostable UV filters.
Most Suitable For
Skin Type Match
Mattifying · Lightweight · Unscented
- High UV protection
- Zero drying alcohol
- Contains hydrating humectants
- Absorbs natural oils
- Emphasizes skin texture
- Lacks rich emollients
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
The formulation contains Ethylhexyl Triazone (peak absorption 314 nm) and Octyl Salicylate, alongside broad-spectrum filters Tinosorb S and Tinosorb M, justifying the SPF 50 claim.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
DHHB, Tinosorb S, and Tinosorb M all provide strong absorption in the UVA I range (340-400 nm), with Tinosorb M also scattering and reflecting UV rays.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer provides some water resistance, but the overall density of hydrophobic film-formers is low.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Dermatological literature confirms that DHHB, BEMT, and MBBT are inherently photostable and do not require additional stabilization.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Absence of iron oxide color indices or pigmentary minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
Low Risk
Irritation Risk
Dermatological literature supports the high tolerability of newer filters like Bemotrizinol and Bisoctrizole, while propylene glycol is a known but generally mild irritant at lower concentrations.
Pore Clogging
Low Risk
Pore Clogging
Dermatological databases rate the primary solvents and UV filters as 0/5, while emulsifiers like Sorbitan Olivate and pH adjusters like Triethanolamine are rated 1-2/5.
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Tinosorb M (Bisoctrizole) is an organic particulate filter that reflects and scatters UV rays, inherently leaving a mild white cast on darker Fitzpatrick skin types.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
DHHB UVA II / UVA I
Approved in the EU and most global markets up to ten percent but currently not approved by the US FDA or Health Canada as an active sunscreen ingredient.
Octyltriazone UVB
Approved for use in the EU and Australia up to 5 percent but currently not authorized by the US FDA as an active sunscreen ingredient.
Bemotrizinol Broad Spectrum UV
Identified in recent dermatological literature as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis.
Octisalate UVB
Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.
Key Inactive Ingredients
Polysorbate 80 Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated compound, it carries a theoretical risk of contamination with 1,4-dioxane, a probable carcinogen formed during the manufacturing process.
Decyl Glucoside 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 Glycol Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
Butyloctyl Salicylate Solvent
Structurally similar to octisalate, it has been flagged in predictive modeling studies for potential weak estrogen receptor binding activity.
Sodium Carbomer Thickener
Carbomers may contain trace amounts of benzene, a known carcinogen, from older manufacturing processes, though modern production largely avoids its use.
Glyceryl Dibehenate 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 Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Both components are documented, albeit rare, contact allergens that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
Triethanolamine pH Adjuster
May react with nitrosating agents in formulations to form nitrosamines which are potential carcinogens.