Name: CeraVe Sunscreen SPF 50
Brand: CeraVe
SKU: 405219

CeraVe Sunscreen SPF 50

L'Oréal SA

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

9

Why this score

Clean ingredients9 flagged

What's inside

Aluminum Hydroxide

Potential for localized irritation, contamination with aluminum ions which may accumulate in the body at high exposure, regulatory restrictions in food additive use in some regions

Palmitic Acid

High intake associated with elevated LDL cholesterol, potential cardiovascular risk with excessive consumption

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

PEG-100 Stearate

Potential contamination with ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane during manufacturing, possible mild gut irritation, synthetic origin, ultra-processed

PEG-8 Laurate

Ultra-processed emulsifier, potential gut microbiome disruption (class effect), may increase intestinal permeability and low-grade inflammation (animal and small human data with other emulsifiers), potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane or ethylene oxide (ethoxylation by-products), rare hypersensitivity to PEGs, limited human data for chronic dietary intake

Polysorbate 60

Potential for mild skin and eye irritation, possible gastrointestinal discomfort with excessive ingestion, concerns about contaminant impurities in poorly purified batches

Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential for sensitization with prolonged exposure

Xanthan Gum

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high intake, potential for sensitization in occupational inhalation exposure

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

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

Citric acid

Acidulant, preservative enhancing flavor and antimicrobial stability

Sorbitan Stearate

Emulsifier that improves texture and stability of products, aids in mixing oil and water phases

Water

Hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, essential for life

Sodium citrate

Water softening, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Stearic Acid

Provides texture and stability in formulations, low impact on blood cholesterol compared to other saturated fats

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative at low concentrations

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Propanediol

Humectant properties, maintains moisture, solvent for flavors and active ingredients

Ethylhexylglycerin

Preservative booster, skin conditioning agent

Glyceryl Stearate

Moisturizing, emulsifying agent improving product texture and stability

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Myristic Acid

Emollient properties, texture enhancer in cosmetics, energy source in diet

Sorbitan Isostearate

Emulsifying agent improving product texture and stability

Cholesterol

Structural component of cell membranes, precursor for steroid hormones and vitamin D synthesis

Phytosphingosine

Supports skin barrier function, antimicrobial against Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus, anti-inflammatory signaling (NF-kB/MAPK modulation), may aid acne-prone or compromised skin

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer

Film-forming agent, stabilizer, improves texture and durability of product formulations

Dicaprylyl Carbonate (di-n-octyl carbonate)

Skin conditioning, enhances spreadability and texture in formulations

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Glycerin

Humectant and moisturizer, solvent, safe for ingestion and topical application

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Panthenol

Moisturizing, improves skin hydration and barrier function

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient and emulsifying properties, improves texture and stability of formulations

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Emollient, improves skin feel and texture, enhances spreadability of formulations

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Carbomer

Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild surfactant, good emulsifying properties, biodegradable, generally safe for dermal use

Butyloctyl Salicylate

UV protection as a sunscreen agent, emollient properties enhancing skin feel

Isododecane

Improves product texture and application, enhances spreadability

Ceramide EOP

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

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Dimethiconol

Provides smooth skin feel, enhances spreadability, forms protective barrier

Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Octyltriethoxysilane)

Enhances adhesion and durability of coatings and composites

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Improves product texture and stability

Dimethicone

Emollient properties, helps reduce skin dryness and irritation, improves product spreadability, creates protective barrier

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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