Name: Bondi Sands Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
Brand: Bondi Sands
SKU: 40833

Bondi Sands Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion

Bondi Sands Pty Ltd

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

17

Why this score

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

What's inside

Homosalate

Endocrine disruption potential, skin penetration, possible environmental toxicity, bioaccumulation

Octocrylene

Skin absorption, potential allergen, environmental persistence, potential for generating benzophenone (a potential carcinogen), suspected endocrine disruption, bioaccumulation in aquatic environments

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

Benzyl Alcohol

Skin irritation, allergic sensitization, potential neurotoxicity in high doses especially in infants

Parfum / Fragrance

Allergic reactions, skin irritation, respiratory sensitization, potential endocrine disruptors, ultra-processed chemical mixture, lack of ingredient transparency

Hexadecene

Industrial chemical not established for food use, potential aspiration hazard if swallowed, skin and eye irritation, possible central nervous system effects at high exposure, no nutritional value, potential petrochemical impurities

Limonene

Skin and respiratory irritant, potential sensitizer, oxidation instability leading to degradation products

Hydroxycitronellal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild skin irritation, potential respiratory sensitization

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis

Caprylyl Glycol Phenoxyethanol

Skin irritation, allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, potential toxicity at high concentrations

Triethanolamine

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

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

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

Cocoglycerides

Ultra-processed, potential for gut microbiota disruption if consumed in excess, source of additional processed fats

PEG-15 Cocamine

Potential skin irritation, allergenicity, possible contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane (carcinogenic impurities), environmental concerns

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

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

Calcium Disodium EDTA

Potential for minor irritation, possible contamination with toxic metals if improperly manufactured

Xanthan Gum

Minor gastrointestinal discomfort at high intake, rare allergic reactions

Octisalate

UVB protection, stabilizes other sunscreen agents

Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Natural emollient, skin barrier support, biodegradable, safe for use in cosmetics and candles

Isopropyl Palmitate

Emollient, improves skin texture and spreadability of formulations

Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant properties, helps stabilize formulations

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Emulsifier that improves texture and stability in food formulations

Propylene Glycol Monostearate

Emulsifying agent that improves texture and stability in formulations

Butylphenyl Methylpropional

Fragrance component providing floral aroma

Avobenzone

Effective UVA protection in sunscreen formulations

Beeswax/Cera Alba (Cire d’abeille)

Provides coating and moisture barrier, natural thickener, edible

Decolorized Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Hydration, digestive support, potential anti-inflammatory effects

Cetearyl Alcohol

Skin conditioning agent, stabilizes emulsions, enhances texture

Cyclopentasiloxane

Enhances skin feel, acts as a conditioning agent, rapidly evaporates without residue

Cyclohexasiloxane

Emollient, solvent, enhances texture and spreadability in cosmetics

Carbomer

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

Saccharide Isomerate

Humectant, enhances skin hydration, derived from natural carbohydrate sources

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, skin conditioning, vitamin E source

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

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

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Effective UVA protection in topical sunscreen formulations

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Provides skin and hair conditioning, improves texture and spreadability of formulations

PEG-40 Stearate (Polyoxyethylene (40) Stearate, E431)

Effective emulsifier and solubilizer, enhances formulation stability

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Effective thickener and stabilizer, improves product texture and stability

Decyl Glucoside

Mild to skin, biodegradable, plant-derived, effective cleanser, good foaming and emulsifying agent

Product Details

Form Type

cream

Ingredient Transparency

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