Bare Republic Face Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butterWorks well
“while an infusion of antioxidant-rich raspberry, grape, and carrot seed oils help fight free radicals and promote youthful-looking skin year-round.”
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cyclopentasiloxane + 7 moreWorks
“Antioxidant-rich oils and plant extracts offer intense hydration and reparative benefits to help keep your skin looking its best, no matter the season.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, isopropyl myristate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
This is a rare sunscreen that is effective, spreadable, and does not leave my sensitive combination skin dry, greasy, or irritates. Very light and whippy texture, dries down matte, and no white cast (at least not on my fair skin). And it's not even expensive! Definitely a keeper for me!
Ingredients
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Titanium dioxide5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideZinc oxide2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Zinc oxideAluminum hydroxide~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideButyrospermum parkii butter~7.2–10.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCyclopentasiloxane~6–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDaucus carota sativa seed oil~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilDimethicone crosspolymer~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerGlycerin~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHydrogen dimethicone~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeHydrogen dimethicone~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeIsopropyl myristate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePolyamide-5~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product feel and texture
More about Polyamide-5Polysilicone-11~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Propylene carbonate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateRubus idaeus seed oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilRubus idaeus seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilSilica silylate~0.3–0.7%
Stearalkonium hectorite~0.1–0.4%
Stearalkonium hectorite~0.1–0.3%
Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilIngredient list view
Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Aluminum hydroxide, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cyclopentasiloxane, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrogen dimethicone, Hydrogen dimethicone, Isopropyl myristate, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene carbonate, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Silica silylate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Stearalkonium hectorite, Vitis vinifera seed oil
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Bare RepublicFace Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | CoolaMineral Cucumber Matte SPF 30 Face | Sun BumMineral Sunscreen Face Tint SPF 30 | Glo Skin BeautySolar Shade SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 37% | 35% |
| Price | $25.91 | $34.12+$8.21 | $18.24−$7.67 | $50.00+$24.09 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Evening Primrose Oil | Helianthus Annuus Extract | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: ALASTIN Skincare HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36Babyganics Kids Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50+
Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Bare Republic - Face Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30" can offer reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
This product should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
- As for the white cast, it did not leave a noticeable white residue for the reviewer.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.
Price
The product retails from 14.99$ up to 25.91$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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