MÁDARA Organic Skincare SPF50 Mineral Sunscreen Stick
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim 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 toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimStrong evidence
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-agingNot advertised by the brand · TocopherolStrong 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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Oryza sativa bran oil, Glycosphingolipids + 9 moreGood evidence
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: glycosphingolipids, helianthus annuus seed wax.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Aroma, GeraniolMedium 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 oxide~44–54%
- 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 oxideDicaprylyl carbonate~5.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateOryza sativa bran oil~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilVegetable oil~3.3–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vegetable oilIsoamyl laurate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateCi 77891~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed wax~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxOryza sativa bran wax~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhus succedanea fruit wax~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrated silica~1.2–1.5%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSilica~0.95–1.15%
Jojoba esters~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterAroma~0.45–0.7%
Tocopherol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolCi 77492~0.45–0.65%
Nigella sativa seed oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilCi 77491~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilCi 77499~0.25–0.45%
Glycolipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycosphingolipids~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsWater~0.2–0.4%
Vanillin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terpineol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalyl acetate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anethole~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Oryza sativa bran oil, Vegetable oil, Isoamyl laurate, Ci 77891, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Oryza sativa bran wax, Rhus succedanea fruit wax, Hydrated silica, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Silica, Jojoba esters, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Aroma, Tocopherol, Ci 77492, Nigella sativa seed oil, Ci 77491, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Ci 77499, Glycolipids, Glycosphingolipids, Water, Vanillin, Terpineol, Linalyl acetate, Anethole, Geraniol
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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.
| MÁDARA Organic SkincareSPF50 Mineral Sunscreen StickYOUR PRODUCT | Madara CosmeticsSPF50 Mineral Sunscreen Stick | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% |
| Price | $244.01 | $25.69−$218.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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