Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport Sunscreen Spray
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 100 · 5 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Designed to be sweat and water resistant, this powerful sport sunscreen features Micromesh Technology and helps create a breathable barrier that allows sweat to pass through and evaporate, while providing durable sun protection against skin-aging UVA and skin-burning UVB rays.”
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 toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Benzophenone-3, Parfum — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneHomosalate15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against 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. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateEthylhexyl salicylate5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateOctocrylene10%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneBenzophenone-36%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconePotassium cetyl phosphate~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBeeswax~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about BeeswaxGlyceryl stearate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCaprylyl methicone~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeCetyl dimethicone~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture
More about Cetyl dimethiconeCaprylyl glycol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.65–0.95%
Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.7–1.05%
Behenyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSodium polyacrylate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateXanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexyl stearate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateAcrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.5%
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDiethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.2–0.4%
Trideceth-6~0.2–0.4%
Water~0.2–0.35%
Dimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBeeswax~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about BeeswaxGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCaprylyl methicone~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeCetyl dimethicone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice, light product texture
More about Cetyl dimethiconeCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
Behenyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSodium polyacrylate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexyl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateAcrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.15–0.25%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDiethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.1–0.2%
Trideceth-6~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Benzophenone-3, Water, Dimethicone, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Benzyl alcohol, Beeswax, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Caprylyl methicone, Cetyl dimethicone, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium polyacrylate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexyl stearate, Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Disodium edta, Parfum, Diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate, Bht, Trideceth-6, Water, Dimethicone, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Benzyl alcohol, Beeswax, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Caprylyl methicone, Cetyl dimethicone, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium polyacrylate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexyl stearate, Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Disodium edta, Parfum, Diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate, Bht, Trideceth-6
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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.
| NeutrogenaCool Dry Sport Sunscreen SprayYOUR PRODUCT | AveenoFace Sunscreen Lotion With SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% |
| Price | $10.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Avena Sativa Kernel Flour |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 100 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop |
Product summary
We believe that "Neutrogena - Cool Dry Sport Sunscreen Spray" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. 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).
This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: oxybenzone 6.00% (declared), avobenzone 3.00% (declared), octisalate 5.00% (declared), homosalate 15.00% (declared) and octocrylene 10.00% (declared).
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be high. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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