1 / 4Kids Sunscreen SPF 30 SPF 30
Excellent broad spectrum UV protection
Most Suitable For
Skin Type Match
Emollient · Comedogenic · Fragrant
- Highly emollient base
- No drying alcohols
- Stable UV protection
- Highly pore clogging
- Contains synthetic fragrance
- Phototoxic citrus extract
Performance Scores
SPF Level
Fair
SPF Level
The label claims SPF 30, which is physically validated by the presence of prominent UVB attenuators like Ethylhexyl Triazone and Titanium Dioxide.
Broad Spectrum
Excellent
Broad Spectrum
Photobiology literature confirms the combination of Tinosorb S (BEMPT), Uvinul A Plus (DHHB), and Zinc Oxide synergistically covers the entire 315-400 nm UVA spectrum without gaps.
Sweat Resistance
Poor
Sweat Resistance
The inactive ingredient list contains Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer and Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, providing some film-forming capacity that remains unverified by standardized testing.
Photo Stability
Excellent
Photo Stability
Peer-reviewed photobiological data establishes that Uvinul A Plus, Tinosorb S, Uvinul T 150, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide exhibit negligible photodegradation under continuous UV exposure.
Visible Light
Poor
Visible Light
A complete lack of iron oxide color indices (e.g., CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) and pigmentary-grade minerals in the ingredient list.
Irritation Risk
Medium Risk
Irritation Risk
Dermatological patch test data frequently implicates synthetic fragrances and citrus extracts as triggers for irritant and allergic contact dermatitis.
Pore Clogging
High Risk
Pore Clogging
Clinical comedogenicity assays (such as those by Fulton et al.) consistently classify isopropyl myristate and wheat germ oil as 5/5 due to their tendency to induce severe follicular hyperkeratosis.
White Cast
Medium Risk
White Cast
Un-tinted titanium dioxide and zinc oxide at moderate concentrations consistently exhibit visible reflectance and whitening on Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin types.
Ingredients Analysis
Active Filters
Encapsulated UV Filter Blend Broad Spectrum UV
These next generation filters are not approved by the US FDA for over the counter sunscreen use due to pending safety data requirements.
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
Isopropyl Myristate Emollient
Consistently rated very high on the comedogenic scale meaning it frequently causes pore blockages and triggers breakouts in acne prone individuals [1.4].
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.
Glyceryl Stearate and PEG-100 Stearate Emulsifier
Polyethylene glycol compounds may contain trace amounts of 1 4 dioxane which is a probable carcinogen as a byproduct of the ethoxylation manufacturing process [1.8].
Polysorbate 80 Emulsifier
As an ethoxylated compound, it carries a theoretical risk of contamination with 1,4-dioxane, a probable carcinogen formed during the manufacturing process.
Almond Oil Emollient
Sweet almond oil has a mild to moderate comedogenic rating, meaning it may potentially clog pores or exacerbate breakouts in individuals with very oily or acne-prone skin [2.4].
Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin Preservative
Both components are documented, albeit rare, contact allergens that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
Water and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer Film Former
Hydrolyzed wheat protein components can occasionally elicit hypersensitivity reactions, prompting safety panels to restrict the average peptide molecular weight to 3,500 Daltons or less [2.1].
Wheat Germ Oil Emollient
Widely recognized as highly comedogenic with a maximum rating of 5 out of 5, meaning it is very likely to clog pores and trigger breakouts in acne-prone skin [1.6].
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate Emollient
Because it is a propoxylated compound, it carries a minor theoretical risk of trace contamination with manufacturing byproducts like propylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane [1.8].
Fragrance Fragrance
Undisclosedfragranceblendsareamongthemostcommoncausesofcontactdermatitisandskinsensitizationincosmeticproducts[1.6].
Cocoa Butter Emollient
Rated highly comedogenic making it very likely to clog pores and exacerbate breakouts in individuals with oily or acne prone skin [2.1].
Turmeric Extract Skin Conditioning
Although widely used for its soothing properties, there are documented cases of allergic contact dermatitis in response to topical turmeric and its active compound curcumin [3.1].
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].
BHT Antioxidant
Some animal studies suggest high oral doses may cause endocrine disruption, though regulatory bodies consider it safe at the low concentrations used in cosmetics.