1 / 6Sun SPF 30 Lotion SPF 30
Good broad-spectrum UV protection
Skin Type Match
Hydrating · Sensitizing · Unsuitable
- Hydrates dry skin
- No drying alcohols
- Softens the skin
- Endocrine disruption risk
- Heavy fragrance load
- Stings the eyes
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Fair
SPF Level
The SPF 30 claim is corroborated by a combination of established UVB filters including Homosalate, Octocrylene, and Octisalate.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Peak absorption data confirms Avobenzone covers the critical 340-400 nm UVA I range, while Octocrylene and Titanium Dioxide adequately bridge the 315-340 nm UVA II gap.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
The ingredient list contains only minor sensory modifiers like Dimethicone low in the formula, with no substantive water-proofing polymers like acrylates.
Photo Stability
Fair
Photo Stability
Photobiology literature confirms Octocrylene acts as an effective triplet-state quencher to significantly reduce the UV-induced degradation of Avobenzone.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Titanium Dioxide is explicitly listed as nano-sized (which is transparent on skin), and no CI-designated iron oxides are present in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
High Risk
Irritation Risk
Dermatological patch test data frequently identifies octocrylene and oxidized fragrance terpenes (like linalool and limonene) as notable triggers for allergic contact dermatitis.
Pore Clogging
High Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical and dermatological comedogenicity scales (such as the Fulton scale) consistently rate Myristyl Myristate as a 5/5 comedogen due to its high propensity for follicular impaction.
White Cast
Low Risk
White Cast
Nano-particulate titanium dioxide (typically <100nm) significantly reduces the scattering of visible light compared to pigmentary grades, leaving minimal residue.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Homosalate UVB
Laboratory studies indicate homosalate may act as an endocrine disruptor by interfering with hormone systems [1.1].
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.
Octisalate UVB
Clinical trials demonstrate systemic absorption into the bloodstream exceeding the FDA threshold requiring further safety testing.
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
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides Emollient
Derived from coconut oil it contains saturated fatty acids that may contribute to clogged pores or exacerbate fungal acne in susceptible individuals [1.10].
Myristyl Myristate Emollient
Widely recognized as highly comedogenic with a rating of up to 5 out of 5, making it a potential trigger for clogged pores and breakouts in acne prone individuals depending on its concentration [1.9].
Trisodium EDTA Chelating Agent
Trisodium EDTA is poorly biodegradable and can accumulate in water systems, where it may mobilize heavy metals and pose a threat to aquatic ecosystems [2.1].
Hydroxyacetophenone Antioxidant
Whilewidelyconsideredsafeandnon-sensitizingbytheCIR, rarecasereportsofallergiccontactdermatitisfromcosmeticproductshavebeendocumented[1.1].
Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Recognized as a rare but emerging cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in leave-on cosmetic products.
Linalool Fragrance
Linalool oxidizes upon exposure to air to form hydroperoxides which are potent skin sensitizers and a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis [1.8].
Limonene Fragrance
When exposed to air, it oxidizes into limonene hydroperoxides which are potent skin sensitizers and frequent causes of allergic contact dermatitis [1.7].
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative
Recognized as a fragrance allergen that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis and nonimmunologic contact urticaria in sensitive individuals [1.15].
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone Fragrance
Recognized as a well established contact allergen and skin sensitizer that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals [1.8][3].
Citronellol Fragrance
A well-known fragrance compound that can auto-oxidize into sensitizing hydroperoxides upon air exposure, frequently causing allergic contact dermatitis [1.8].
Coumarin Fragrance
Coumarin is a well recognized fragrance allergen that can cause allergic contact dermatitis and skin sensitization in susceptible individuals [1.5].
Fragrance Fragrance
Undisclosedfragranceblendsareamongthemostcommoncausesofcontactdermatitisandskinsensitizationincosmeticproducts[1.6].