1 / 8Care Addict Encapsulated Sunscreen SPF 50
Strong broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection
Most Suitable For
Skin Type Match
Nourishing · Protective · Hydrating
- Restores skin barrier
- Potent antioxidant blend
- Strong UV protection
- May sting eyes
- Contains endocrine disruptors
- Potential skin irritation
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Excellent
SPF Level
The manufacturer claims an SPF of 50, corroborated by the presence of multiple high-efficacy organic and inorganic UVB filters at the top of the ingredient list.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Avobenzone provides peak absorption at 357 nm (covering the critical UVA I range), while Zinc Oxide delivers continuous broad-spectrum coverage up to 400 nm, effectively bridging any gaps.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
Sodium Polyacrylate (position 9) and Dimethicone (position 29) act as basic film-formers, but the absence of a stated clinical claim suggests the formulation's durability under water has not been verified.
Photo Stability
Fair
Photo Stability
Cosmetic science literature confirms Octocrylene quenches Avobenzone's degradation, while Phospholipids (position 14) and Lecithin (position 7) provide the encapsulation infrastructure necessary to separate incompatible filters.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
Melanin is the only pigmentary and high-energy visible light-absorbing ingredient present, but its placement at position 35 (below preservatives) indicates a negligible concentration.
Irritation Risk
Medium Risk
Irritation Risk
Octocrylene and avobenzone are well-documented to induce irritant and allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in patients with compromised skin barriers.
Pore Clogging
Low Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical comedogenicity scales rate the vast majority of the ingredients at 0-1/5, with glyceryl stearate and sunflower seed oil typically carrying maximum ratings of 1-2/5.
White Cast
Medium Risk
White Cast
High concentrations of mineral filters inherently produce reflectance, though nano-sizing significantly reduces visible white cast on Fitzpatrick I-III skin.
Ingredients Analysis
Active 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
Octinoxate UVB
Studies indicate potential estrogenic and thyroid disrupting activity in animal models and human cell lines.
Avobenzone UVA I / UVA II
Rapidly degrades under UV exposure losing significant UVA protection capacity unless stabilized by other filters.
Octocrylene UVB / UVA II
Banned in several jurisdictions due to evidence of coral toxicity and accumulation in marine life.
Key Inactive Ingredients
Lecithin Emollient
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review expert panel advises that lecithin should not be used in formulations containing nitrosating agents to prevent the formation of potentially carcinogenic N nitroso compounds [1.6].
Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Generally well tolerated but can cause contact dermatitis or skin irritation in rare cases, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Sodium Benzoate Preservative
Cancauseallergiccontactdermatitisandnonimmunologiccontacturticariacharacterizedbyrednessandwheals, thoughitisgenerallywelltoleratedbymostindividuals[1.5].