Name: Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen
Brand: Murad
SKU: 102315
Availability: InStock
Rating: 46 (1 reviews)

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen

Murad, LLC

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

14

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-7)

What's inside

Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Octyltriethoxysilane)

Not approved for food use, limited oral safety data, potential skin and eye irritation, synthetic ultra-processed additive, releases ethanol on hydrolysis

Aluminum Stearates

Potential neurotoxic effects with excessive intake, aluminum accumulation risk, potential kidney burden

Triheptanoin (glyceryl triheptanoate)

Gastrointestinal upset (diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea), potential elevation of liver enzymes, risk of essential fatty acid deficiency if it displaces other dietary fats, high caloric density, limited long-term safety data in healthy populations

C13-16 Isoparaffin

Potential skin irritation, environmental persistence, lack of dietary safety data

Polyurethane-35

Not intended for ingestion, potential for allergic reactions or irritation on skin contact, unknown effects if consumed

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Potential for skin irritation, possible gut irritation if ingested, ultra-processed, limited long-term oral safety data

Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid

Lack of safety data, potential for allergic reactions, unknown long-term effects

Silica

Inhalation of fine silica dust can cause respiratory irritation and silicosis; typical dietary exposure low risk

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Potential for skin irritation, not biodegradable, environmental concerns

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Possible skin irritation, potential for bioaccumulation, concerns related to PEG derivatives including impurities like ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, limited oral toxicity data

PEG-8 PG-Coco-Glucoside Dimethicone

Potential skin irritation, possible contamination with toxic impurities during PEG manufacturing, not intended for ingestion

Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica

Potential irritant, lack of toxicological data, possible unknown long-term effects, associated with ultra-processed ingredient category

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

Not approved for ingestion or GRAS, synthetic ultra-processed polymer, no nutritional value

Alumina

Potential accumulation if consumed in excess, possible contamination with soluble aluminum compounds, overexposure risk in occupational settings

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Not approved for food use, possible skin irritation, potential for systemic absorption, lacks nutritional value

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Moisturizing, enhances product spreadability, provides silky texture

Bisabolol

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, skin-soothing effects

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

Moisturizing, skin conditioning, enhances skin barrier

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Xanthophylls

Antioxidant properties, natural pigmentation

Yeast Amino Acids

Protein building blocks, may enhance flavor, source of essential amino acids

Trehalose

Stabilizes proteins and cellular structures, used as a food additive for texture and moisture retention

Taurine

Supports bile acid conjugation, antioxidant properties, may support exercise performance

Tapioca starch

Gluten-free alternative flour, provides texture and binding in gluten-free baking

Sucrose

Provides energy as a carbohydrate source, enhances palatability of foods

Pentylene Glycol

Humectant, solvent, enhances skin hydration and product texture

Octyldodecanol

Emollient, improves skin feel, enhances product texture

Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491)

Provides stable and inert red pigment for coloring, non-toxic at typical cosmetic and food use levels

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, source of vitamin E, antioxidant properties, may support cardiovascular health

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, supports skin barrier function

Polymethylsilsesquioxane (PMSQ)

Improves texture, provides mattifying and water-resistant properties in formulations

Retinyl Palmitate

Vitamin A activity supporting vision, skin health support as antioxidant

Ascorbic Acid

Acidulant in food processing, antioxidant properties, supports vitamin C nutritional intake

Urea

Humectant properties enhance skin hydration, keratolytic effect helps in skin exfoliation

Inositol

Supports cell membrane integrity, involved in signal transduction pathways, implicated in neurological and metabolic regulation

Betaine

Hydration aid, osmoprotectant, improves skin barrier function

Biosaccharide Gum-4

Moisturizing, skin barrier enhancement, anti-inflammatory, soothing properties

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Dimethicone

Skin conditioning, forms protective barrier, reduces irritation from other ingredients, non-toxic, non-comedogenic

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract

Skin soothing, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, helps repair skin barrier

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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