1 / 15Oats & Ceramide Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin SPF 50+
Excellent broad-spectrum UV protection
Most Suitable For
Skin Type Match
Soothing · Hydrating · Gentle
- Rich ceramide complex
- Intensely hydrating
- Highly soothing
- Potential white cast
- May clog pores
- Unapproved US filters
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
Label claims SPF 50+, corroborated by a highly effective microencapsulated blend of EHT and BEMT alongside Titanium Dioxide.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
BEMT provides broad UVA/UVB coverage while DHHB specifically targets the UVA I spectrum (peak absorption at ~354 nm), easily justifying the PA++++ rating.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
The presence of Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer and Carnauba Wax provides functional film-forming properties, though their low positions on the ingredient list suggest moderate concentrations.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Cosmetic photobiology consensus demonstrates that BEMT, DHHB, and EHT do not undergo significant photodegradation upon sustained UV exposure.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Zero iron oxide color indices (e.g., CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) are present in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
Low Risk
Irritation Risk
Colloidal oatmeal and ceramides are clinically proven to repair the skin barrier, while DHHB, EHT, and BEMT have negligible irritation potential.
Pore Clogging
High Risk
Pore Clogging
Laminaria Digitata (algae extract) is rated a 4 to 5 out of 5 for comedogenicity in Dr. James Fulton's established comedogenic scale, largely due to its tendency to induce hyperkeratosis in rabbit ear models and potential iodine-induced acne flares.
White Cast
Medium Risk
White Cast
While supported by transparent organic filters, un-tinted titanium dioxide at meaningful concentrations intrinsically reflects visible light, causing cast on Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Propanediol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Lecithin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone Broad Spectrum UV
Although widely considered an eco-friendly alternative to older filters, the DHHB component is classified as reef-toxic and banned in Palau.
Titanium Dioxide UVB / UVA II
Classified as a possible human carcinogen if inhaled making spray and powder formulations a potential risk while dermal application remains safe
Key Inactive Ingredients
Laminaria Digitata Extract Skin Conditioning
Algae and seaweed extracts including Laminaria digitata are frequently flagged as pore clogging and may exacerbate breakouts in acne prone skin [1.2].
Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Bisabolol Skin Conditioning
While widely recognized as a skin-soothing agent, it can occasionally cause allergic contact dermatitis in individuals with pre-existing sensitivities to Compositae (aster and daisy family) plants [1.3.2].
Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20 Thickener
Polysorbate 20 is an ethoxylated compound that may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide, which are potential carcinogens formed during manufacturing.