Name: Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
Brand: Cetaphil
SKU: 480705
Availability: InStock
Rating: 64 (1 reviews)

Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50

Galderma

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

8

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Mineral sunscreenBonus for mineral-based UV filters

What's inside

Titanium Dioxide

Potential carcinogenicity especially as inhaled nanoparticles, dermal and respiratory irritation, regulatory restrictions in food use in EU and France

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer

Potential residual styrene monomer exposure (IARC Group 2A carcinogen), potential migration from food-contact coatings, microplastic ingestion with uncertain long-term effects, possible gastrointestinal irritation/inflammation (animal data), environmental persistence

Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Octyltriethoxysilane)

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

Capryloyl Glycine

Not approved for food use, insufficient safety data for ingestion, possible allergenic or irritant effects if consumed, unknown long-term health impact in humans

Undecylenoyl Glycine

Not approved for food use, unknown effects with ingestion, potential for allergic reactions, lack of safety data for oral consumption

Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters

Ultra-processed emulsifier, potential alteration of gut microbiota (preclinical), possible thinning of intestinal mucus barrier (preclinical), potential low-grade inflammation/metabolic effects in animal models at high intake, rare gastrointestinal discomfort

Xanthan Gum

Potential mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high doses, rare allergic reactions

Disodium EDTA

Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals, low potential for eye irritation

Water

Safe solvent, non-toxic, non-irritating, environmentally benign

VP/Eicosene Copolymer

VP/Eicosene Copolymer is a synthetic polymer primarily used in cosmetics and personal care products for its film-forming and emollient properties. It helps in providing a smooth application and improving water resistance in products like mascara, sunscreens, and lotions. While commonly used in topical formulations, it does not have a recognized role or function in food products.

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.

Bisabolol

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

グリチルリチン酸2K (Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate)

Anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing, reduces redness, antioxidant

Citric acid

pH control, preservative to inhibit microbial growth

Sorbitan Olivate

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

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of formulations

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Cholesterol

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

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

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Enhances skin hydration due to improved penetration, supports skin moisture retention

Benzyl Alcohol

Preservative properties, solvent, fragrance carrier

Stearic Acid

Emulsifying and stabilizing agent, provides texture and consistency

Maltodextrin

Provides energy as a carbohydrate source, functions as a texture modifier and carrier for additives like beta-carotene

Zinc oxide

Source of essential zinc, supports immune function, wound healing, and acts as UV blocker

Isohexadecane

Provides lightweight, non-greasy emollient properties, improves texture and spreadability in formulations

Butyloctyl Salicylate

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

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

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

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

Improves dough strength and texture, extends shelf life, enhances product uniformity

Cetyl Palmitate

Emollient, texture enhancer, thickening agent in topical formulations

Sorbitan Palmitate

Emulsifier, stabilizes oil-water mixtures, improves texture and shelf life

Dimethicone Peg-8 Laurate

Improves product texture and spreadability, enhances skin conditioning and moisturizing properties

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Ceramide EOP

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

Propanediol

Effective solvent, biodegradable, enhances formulation stability and texture

Aluminum Hydroxide

Reduces gastric acidity, used as vaccine adjuvant to enhance immune response

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

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

Carbomer

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

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant protection, supports skin barrier function, stabilizes formulations

Phenoxyethanol

Effective preservative, broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, low volatility, generally well-tolerated at typical use levels

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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