The ingredient list suggests that "Coppertone - Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50" can provide reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because 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).

It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: octinoxate and octisalate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be medium. 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.

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The product retails from 26.34$ up to 64.35$ in the United States.

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Anti-blemish

Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.

zinc oxide 14.5%

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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

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

ethylhexyl salicylate 5%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Limiting sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreens may reduce the risks of skin aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects of the sun.

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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.

aloe barbadensis leaf juice 0.45% - 1.05%

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

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).

Moisturizing

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

dimethicone 2.3% - 3.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

c12-15 alkyl benzoate 4.4% - 6.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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

cyclopentasiloxane 2.8% - 4.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

Non greasy, wont cause breakouts or irritate skin.

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

aloe barbadensis leaf juice 0.45% - 1.05%

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

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Key Actives

cyclopentasiloxane 2.8% - 4.3%

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Works for: Mattifying, Moisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

dimethicone 2.3% - 3.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

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Works for: Sun protection

propylene glycol 4.9% - 7.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

ethylhexyl palmitate 0.4% - 0.95%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

All ingredients

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

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Works for: Sun protection

ethylhexyl salicylate 5%

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Works for: Sun protection

zinc oxide 14.5%

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

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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Zinc oxide, Water, Propylene glycol, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Unknown, Dimethicone, Peg-12 dimethicone crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Diazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Sodium chloride

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WIMJ similarity score		36%	33%	33%	32%	32%	32%	31%	31%	31%	31%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 40	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +2 more	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: butyloctyl salicylate hydrated silica +3 more	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: niacinamide polygonum aviculare extract +11 more	Common: cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +1 more Other: acetyl glucosamine butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +5 more	Common: cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +2 more Other: niacinamide kappaphycus alvarezii extract +6 more	Common: dimethicone dimethicone +2 more Other: beeswax butyloctyl salicylate +8 more	Common: cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +1 more Other: beeswax butyloctyl salicylate	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: beeswax copernicia cerifera wax +3 more	Common: dimethicone ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +1 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +6 more	Common: cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone +2 more Other: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +4 more	Common: zinc oxide dimethicone +1 more Other: niacinamide lactic acid +7 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	diazolidinyl urea Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +2 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +10 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? sorbic acid Has skin benefit? +11 more	sodium bisulfite Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +13 more	buddleja officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +16 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? +6 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +7 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +13 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +6 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +6 more
All ingredients	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +16 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +40 more	homosalate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +39 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +43 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +37 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +19 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +40 more	cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +27 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +25 more

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Coppertone Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50

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Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

Anti-blemish

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