PRODUCT REVIEW
Alba Botanica Sport Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 45, Fragrance Free
Buy from Amazon US $6.79
More options from: $6.79
Price as of 2/11/2023 1:36 GMT.
More info
Add to Compare
Cheaper alternatives
Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
zinc oxide
9%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
Anti-aging
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.5% -
0.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Insufficient!
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
1.2% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
Evens skin tone
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The Alba Botanica Sport Mineral Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 45 is an amazing and very emollient and botanically moisturizing mineral lotion and is an effective broad spectrum sunscreen lotion.
glycerin
2% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
caprylic/capric triglyceride
5.8% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
brassica campestris seed oil
0.4% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Show more
Anti-oxidation
polygonum aviculare extract
0.65% -
0.95%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that contains a flavanol Juglanin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce inflammation
ginkgo biloba leaf extract
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
echinacea purpurea extract
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
Show more
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
90/100.
Buy now
We receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost for you. Thank you for your support! Learn more
Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
echinacea purpurea extract
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
ginkgo biloba leaf extract
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-inflammatory,
Antibacterial
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
coconut alkanes
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.5% -
0.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Show more
User reviews (0)
Similar products & dupes
| Alba Botanica - Sport Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 45, Fragrance Free |  NourishMax - TINTED MINERAL DEFENSE SUNSCREEN SPF 30 |  SkinMedica - Total Defense and Repair SPF 50 |  CyberDERM - Ava Isa Pure Untinted SPF 45 |  Dermaquest - Youth Protection SPF 30 |  Dermaquest Inc - Essential Youth Protection SPF 30 |  DRMTLGY - Broad Spectrum SPF 45 |  Danne Montague-King - DMK Nutrascreen SPF 30 |  Ophrys - Face SPF 30 |  Sarah Chapman - Eye Insurance SPF 30 |  RéVive - Soleil Superiéur Broad Spectrum SPF50 Sunscreen PA +++ | |
| Price | |||||||||||
| WIMJ similarity score |
45%
|
45%
|
43%
|
42%
|
40%
|
38%
|
37%
|
35%
|
34%
|
33%
| |
| SPF | SPF 45 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 45 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 45 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Key ingredients | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common: Other:
| |
| Irritancy | IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
|
| Potential Irritants |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| All ingredients |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-blemish
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
Show more
Potential irritants
echinacea purpurea extract
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
ginkgo biloba leaf extract
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-inflammatory,
Antibacterial
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
coconut alkanes
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.5% -
0.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Show more
All ingredients
caprylic/capric triglyceride
5.8% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
isoamyl laurate
4.4% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
Show more
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isoamyl laurate, Coconut alkanes, Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 ricinoleate, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Echinacea purpurea extract, Polygonum aviculare extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Brassica campestris seed oil, Alumina, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium chloride, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Stearic acid, Alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isoamyl laurate, Coconut alkanes, Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 ricinoleate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Alumina, Stearic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Echinacea purpurea extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Polygonum aviculare extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium chloride, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Contact dermatitis as an adverse reaction to some topically used European herbal medicinal products – Part 2: Echinacea purpurea–Lavandula angustifolia
- Juglanin ameliorates UVB-induced skin carcinogenesis via anti-inflammatory and proapoptotic effects in vivo and in vitro
- Safety Assessment of Ginkgo biloba-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Cosmeceutical Critique: Ginkgo Biloba
- Safety Assessment of Alumina and Aluminum Hydroxide as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmetics
- Sorbitan sesquioleate, a common emulsifier in topical corticosteroids, is an important contact allergen
- A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
- Risk assessment of zinc oxide, a cosmetic ingredient used as a UV filter of sunscreens
- Characterization of the UVA protection provided by avobenzone, zinc oxide, and titanium dioxide in broad-spectrum sunscreen products
- Ultraviolet Protection Properties of Commercial Sunscreens and Sunscreens Containing Zno Nanorods