Blume Sunburst Mineral SPF 50 with Niacinamide
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 1 UV filterBroad 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.
Evens skin toneNiacinamideStrong evidence
“A mineral SPF 50, packed with skin-loving ingredients, that protects your skin from UV rays and visibly fades dark spots.”
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).
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica leaf extract, Allantoin + 2 moreWeak evidence
“This zinc SPF 50 is packed with skin-loving ingredients that prevent visible acne and sun damage, and fade the look of dark spots, all while protecting skin from harmful UV rays.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica leaf extract, Tocopherol + 1 moreStrong evidence
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.
These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica leaf extract.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Helianthus annuus extract, Jojoba esters + 9 moreGood evidence
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:
allantoin, caprylyl glycol.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cocos nucifera fruit extract.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide12%
- 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 oxideAllantoin~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBisabolol~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCentella asiatica leaf extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~1.4–2.1%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCoco-caprylate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractHedychium spicatum extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinIron oxides~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesJojoba esters~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersLecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMethylheptyl isostearate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylpropanediol~0.15–0.7%
Niacinamide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideNylon-12~0.15–0.6%
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.15–0.55%
Phenylpropanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolPolyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacatePropanediol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolRutin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractSilica~0.15–0.7%
Sodium chloride~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateTocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTridecyl salicylate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractWater~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Allantoin, Bisabolol, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Coco-caprylate, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Hedychium spicatum extract, Helianthus annuus extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Iron oxides, Jojoba esters, Lecithin, Methylheptyl isostearate, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, Oryza sativa bran extract, Phenylpropanol, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Propanediol, Rutin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Silica, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Tocopherol, Tridecyl salicylate, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Water
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| BlumeSunburst Mineral SPF 50 with NiacinamideYOUR PRODUCT | OurselfMineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 | indē wild12% Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+ | AvèneSolaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Price | $36.00 | $75.00+$39.00 | — | $34.00−$2.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 7 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 | Centella Asiatica Extract | Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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