1 / 6SPF 50 Sunscreen SPF 50
High SPF 50 broad-spectrum protection
Skin Type Match
Hydrating · Photosensitizing · Irritating
- Hydrating humectant blend
- Nourishing fatty alcohols
- Zero drying alcohols
- Contains photosensitizing retinol
- High irritation risk
- Severe eye sting
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
Label name implies SPF 50, which is corroborated by the presence of highly efficient UVB-absorbing filters positioned prominently in the active ingredients.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Avobenzone provides peak absorption at 357 nm (covering 340-400 nm), while Octocrylene and Titanium Dioxide bridge the UVA II gap (315-340 nm).
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
Ingredients like Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, and Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer provide structural viscosity but are not dedicated water-proofing agents like silicones or specialized acrylates.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Cosmetic science literature confirms Octocrylene acts as an effective triplet-state quencher to prevent the UV-induced degradation of Avobenzone.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Absence of iron oxide color indices (e.g., CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) or pigmentary-grade non-white minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
High Risk
Irritation Risk
Clinical literature thoroughly documents retinoid-induced dermatitis and octocrylene-induced allergic contact dermatitis.
Pore Clogging
Low Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical comedogenicity databases rate the primary base ingredients (isododecane, diisopropyl sebacate) at 0/5, and the minor lipids present (glyceryl stearate, arachidyl alcohol) generally receive a 1/5 or 2/5 rating in human clinical studies.
White Cast
Medium Risk
White Cast
Moderate concentrations of un-tinted titanium dioxide without nano-technology claims consistently produce visible reflectance on Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Octocrylene UVB / UVA II
Banned in several jurisdictions due to evidence of coral toxicity and accumulation in marine life.
Avobenzone UVA I / UVA II
Rapidly degrades under UV exposure losing significant UVA protection capacity unless stabilized by other filters.
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
Ethylhexyl Triazone 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 Inactive Ingredients
Retinol Antioxidant
Increases skin sensitivity to UV radiation and degrades upon sun exposure making its inclusion in daytime sunscreens highly controversial.
Arachidyl Glucoside Emulsifier
While generally considered mild and safe, alkyl glucosides can occasionally cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals.
Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
PEG-100 Stearate Emulsifier
PEG compounds may contain trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane, a probable carcinogen, as a byproduct of the ethoxylation manufacturing process.
Polysorbate 20 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.
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.