1 / 8Vitamin C Daily Glow Sunscreen : Ingredients & Skin Analysis.
High SPF 50 UVB protection
Skin Type Match
Irritating · Sensitizing · Phototoxic
- High SPF protection
- Deeply hydrating formula
- Contains soothing turmeric
- Severe sting risk
- High allergen load
- Poor UV photostability
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
Label claims SPF 50, which is corroborated by the prominent inclusion of Ensulizole, Octinoxate, and Octisalate alongside broad-spectrum Bisoctrizole.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Bisoctrizole and Avobenzone provide deep UVA I coverage (up to 400 nm), while Ecamsule provides strong overlapping coverage in the UVA II and early UVA I ranges.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
The ingredient list contains water-soluble polymers like Sodium Polyacrylate and Xanthan Gum but no dedicated hydrophobic film formers or silicones.
Photo Stability
Poor
Photo Stability
Cosmetic chemistry literature confirms that Avobenzone and Octinoxate undergo mutual degradation via a 2+2 cycloaddition reaction under UV exposure when not properly stabilized.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Complete absence of iron oxide color indices (e.g., CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) and pigmentary minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
High Risk
Irritation Risk
Propylene glycol is a well-documented contact allergen and irritant in dermatological literature, while triethanolamine can cause contact dermatitis at higher concentrations.
Pore Clogging
Medium Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical comedogenicity scales rate ingredients like cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth-20, glyceryl stearate, and caprylic/capric triglyceride at 1 to 2 out of 5, which present a moderate cumulative risk of pore occlusion when combined.
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Bisoctrizole is an organic particulate that scatters and reflects UV light, producing a slight white residue on deeper skin tones (Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed).
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Avobenzone UVA I / UVA II
Rapidly degrades under UV exposure losing significant UVA protection capacity unless stabilized by other filters.
Ensulizole UVB
In vitro studies suggest it can generate reactive oxygen species upon UV exposure which may lead to cellular damage though real world impact is debated.
Octinoxate UVB
Studies indicate potential estrogenic and thyroid disrupting activity in animal models and human cell lines.
Octisalate UVB
Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.
Key Inactive Ingredients
Lemon Water Skin Conditioning
Contains trace amounts of naturally occurring volatile fragrance allergens, such as limonene and citral, that may trigger contact dermatitis in highly sensitive individuals [2].
Propylene Glycol Solvent
Recognized as a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis especially in individuals with eczema or compromised skin barriers.
Triethanolamine pH Adjuster
May react with nitrosating agents in formulations to form nitrosamines which are potential carcinogens.
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.
Cetearyl Alcohol Emollient
Historically rated as mildly comedogenic in animal models but modern dermatological consensus indicates it is unlikely to clog pores in typical cosmetic formulations.
Ceteareth-20 Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated compound, it may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide, which are potential carcinogens formed during the manufacturing process.
Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.
Lemon Extract Skin Conditioning
Citrus fruit extracts naturally contain fragrant compounds like limonene, which can oxidize and act as skin sensitizers, potentially causing allergic contact dermatitis [1.2].