PRODUCT REVIEW
Coola Mineral Baby Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
Add to Compare
Cheaper alternatives
Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
zinc oxide
20%
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
Anti-aging
butyrospermum parkii butter
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
0.35% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that softens the skin
tocopherol
0.05% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Beneficial in hydrating and soothing skin.
helianthus annuus seed cera
1% -
1.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
cocos nucifera oil
1.8% -
2.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
butyrospermum parkii butter
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
Anti-oxidation
rubus idaeus seed oil
0.2% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.1% -
0.35%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
bisabolol
5.6% -
8.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
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
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: 3
Potential irritants
chamomilla recutita flower extract
2.1% -
3.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
cocos nucifera oil
1.8% -
2.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Show more
User reviews (0)
Similar products & dupes
| Coola - Mineral Baby Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 |  MyChelle Dermaceuticals - Tinted Sun Shield Stick SPF 50 |  Salt & Stone - SPF 50 Suncreen Stick |  ULTA - SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen Face Stick |  Bare Republic - Mineral Sunscreen & Sunblock Face Stick with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50, Vanilla Coco |  Blue Lizard - Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen * SPF 50+ | Stick |  thinkbaby - Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 |  thinksport - Sunscreen Stick SPF 30+ |  Two Peas Organics - SPF 30 UNSCENTED MINERAL SUNSTICK |  Mini Bloom - Sunny Stick - SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen |  All Good - SPF 30 Unscented Sunstick | |
| Price | |||||||||||
| WIMJ similarity score |
29%
|
29%
|
28%
|
26%
|
26%
|
26%
|
26%
|
26%
|
26%
|
25%
| |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| 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
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
|
| Potential Irritants |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| All ingredients |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
bisabolol
5.6% -
8.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
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
butyrospermum parkii butter
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
Potential irritants
chamomilla recutita flower extract
2.1% -
3.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
cocos nucifera oil
1.8% -
2.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Show more
All ingredients
zinc oxide
20%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
beeswax
23% -
35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
bisabolol
5.6% -
8.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
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
Show more
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Beeswax, Bisabolol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Calophyllum tacamahaca seed oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Copernicia cerifera cera, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Jojoba esters, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Ozokerite, Persea gratissima oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Tocopherol, Urtica dioica extract
Sources
- 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
- ZnO nanoparticles and organic chemical UV-filters are equally well tolerated by human immune cells
- α-(-)-Bisabolol Reduces Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Production and Ameliorates Skin Inflammation
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils
- Final report on the safety assessment of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Glyceryl Ricinoleate SE, Ricinoleic Acid, Potassium Ricinoleate, Sodium Ricinoleate, Zinc Ricinoleate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Ethyl Ricinoleate, Glycol Ricinoleate, Isopropyl Ricinoleate, Methyl Ricinoleate, and Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
- Castor Oil: Properties, Uses, and Optimization of Processing Parameters in Commercial Production
- Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation
- Protein and oil composition of sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum, L.) grown in the Gizan area of Saudi Arabia
- Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oil
- Seed oil content and fatty acid composition in East African sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) accessions evaluated over 3 years
- Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuring
- Vitamin E in dermatology