Name: Dr. Seth's Ceramide & Vitamin C Sunscreen
Brand: Dr. Sheth's
SKU: 212877
Availability: InStock
Rating: 43 (1 reviews)

Dr. Seth's Ceramide & Vitamin C Sunscreen

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

12

Why this score

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

What's inside

Cyclopentasiloxane

Not approved for ingestion, potential bioaccumulation, environmental concerns, possible endocrine disruption

Ceteareth-20

Potential for skin irritation and sensitization, possible contamination with carcinogenic 1,4-dioxane during manufacture, concerns related to PEG derivatives including enhanced skin penetration of contaminants

Xylitol

Gastrointestinal discomfort at high doses, laxative effect

Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid

Skin irritation in sensitive individuals, potential endocrine disruption concerns in some studies

Propylene Glycol

Irritation potential with prolonged dermal or inhalation exposure, possible sensitizer in some individuals

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

Skin irritation, potential for bioaccumulation, environmental impact, lack of long-term safety data

Xanthan Gum

Possible minor gastrointestinal discomfort with high intake, rare allergic reactions

Triethanolamine

Skin irritation, allergic reactions, potential nitrosamine formation with secondary amines, respiratory irritation on inhalation of aerosols

Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide

Potential skin irritation in sensitive individuals, may contain impurities from synthetic processing, lack of ingestion safety data

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Potential skin irritation, allergic reactions, potential endocrine disruption in high doses (based on limited animal studies)

Polyester-7

Possible skin irritation, limited human ingestion data, synthetic polymer exposure concerns

Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate

Potential skin irritation

Cetearyl Olivate

Cetearyl olivate is an emulsifying agent derived from the esterification of cetearyl alcohol (a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols) with the fatty acids of olive oil. It is commonly used in cosmetics, personal care, and some processed food products to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions. While primarily used for topical applications, its food-grade variant is generally regarded as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in regulated amounts.

Anhydroxylitol

Low-calorie sweetener, does not increase blood sugar significantly, potential dental health benefits by reducing cavity risk

Allantoin

Skin soothing, promotes wound healing, moisturizes skin, non-irritating

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

UVB protection, prevents sunburn, helps reduce skin cancer risk

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Improves product texture, stability, and film-forming properties, enhances moisture retention

Caprylic Capric Triglyceride

Easily absorbed and metabolized for energy, may support weight control, potential cognitive health benefits

Tapioca starch

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

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Source of minerals and polysaccharides that may support skin hydration and barrier function, antioxidant components

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Improved oxidative stability compared to regular lecithin, emulsifying properties, skin conditioning

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Cholesterol

Essential for cell membrane structure, precursor for steroid hormone synthesis, bile acid production

1,2-Hexanediol

Antimicrobial preservative booster, solvent properties aiding formulation stability

Isododecane

Provides lightweight emollient effect, enhances spreadability and evaporation in formulations

Sorbitan Olivate

Emulsifying agent, improves texture and stability of formulations, derived from natural sources

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of formulations

Xylitylglucoside

Helps improve skin hydration, supports skin barrier function

Phenoxyethanol

Effective antimicrobial preservative, wide usage in ensuring product stability

Dicaprylyl Carbonate (di-n-octyl carbonate)

Skin conditioning, enhances spreadability and texture in formulations

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability

Aqua

Universal solvent, facilitates ingredient dissolution and absorption

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Effective UVA protection in topical sunscreen formulations

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVB radiation absorption, protects skin from UV damage

Glycerin

Humectant properties, helps retain moisture, improves texture and stability of products

Decyl Glucoside

Mild surfactant, biodegradable, suitable for sensitive skin cleansing

Polymethylsilsesquioxane Copolymer

Improves texture and feel in topical formulations, enhances product spreadability

Ceramide EOP

Improves skin barrier function, reduces transepidermal water loss, increases skin hydration, supports management of atopic dermatitis/xerosis

Ceramide NG

Supports skin barrier restoration, enhances skin hydration

Ceramide AS

Supports skin barrier restoration, improves moisture retention, enhances skin hydration

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Ethylhexylglycerin

Enhances preservative efficacy, deodorizing properties

Sodium Polyacrylate

Effective thickener, improves product texture and consistency, superabsorbent properties

Organic Chamomile (Chamomilla recutita) Flower Extract

Anti-inflammatory effects, antioxidant activity, soothing effects on skin

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

Anti-inflammatory, wound healing, moisturizing, antioxidant, may aid digestion

Panthenol

Moisturizing, improves skin hydration and barrier function

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier function, improves uneven skin tone, reduces fine lines, essential nutrient

Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract

May boost metabolism, anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidant properties, potential aid in pain relief

Butylated Hydroxytoluene

Prevents oxidation and rancidity, extends shelf life of products

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, supports skin barrier function

Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Complex

Antioxidant activity, skin brightening, collagen synthesis support

Hyaluronic Acid Complex

Hydration retention, skin barrier support, wound healing facilitation

Dimethicone

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

Sodium Gluconate

Effective chelating agent, improves cleaning performance, biodegradable, low environmental impact

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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