Name: Alba Botanica HW Sunscreen Green Tea SPF45 Lotion
Brand: Alba Botanica
SKU: 303163
Availability: InStock
Rating: 75 (1 reviews)

Alba Botanica HW Sunscreen Green Tea SPF45 Lotion

The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

4

Why this score

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

What's inside

VP/Hexadecene Copolymer

Not approved for food use or GRAS, limited oral safety data, potential residual monomer impurities (N‑vinyl‑2‑pyrrolidone), synthetic polymer/microplastic exposure, environmental persistence

Polysorbate 60

Potential skin and eye irritation, possible contamination with 1,4-dioxane from manufacturing, digestive discomfort at high oral doses, minor sensitization risk

Xanthan Gum

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high ingestion doses, potential allergenicity in sensitive individuals

Potassium sorbate

Skin and eye irritation, possible allergic sensitization in sensitive individuals

Water

Universal solvent, essential for hydration and biological functions

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.

Citric acid

Acidity regulation, preservation, flavor enhancement

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Enhances emulsion stability, improves skin texture and moisture retention

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of formulations

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

Skin soothing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant effects

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Topical anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing properties

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil

Fragrance and flavoring agent, possible antimicrobial properties

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract

Fragrance agent, mild antimicrobial properties

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Emulsifier that improves texture and stability in food formulations

Sorbitan Olivate

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

Triethyl Citrate

Solvent, fixative, biodegradable

Alcohol

Effective solvent, antimicrobial properties in topical use, flavoring agent in beverages

Benzyl Alcohol

Solvent, antimicrobial preservative, fragrance component

Sodium Benzoate

Effective antimicrobial preservative at low concentrations

Glycerin

Humectant properties maintaining moisture, widely used in moisturizers and as a solvent/base in formulations

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Skin hydration, soothing effect, commonly used in topical skin care

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antioxidant activity, potential anti-inflammatory effects, modest cardiovascular benefit, potential metabolic support, potential neuroprotective effects

Organic Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract

Contains antioxidants, potential cognitive function support, improves microcirculation

Sodium Chloride

Viscosity modifier, inexpensive, readily available, non-toxic, stable

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, supports skin barrier function

Dimethicone

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

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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