PRODUCT REVIEW

Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60+ Fragrance-Free

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Anti-aging
Sun protection
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing

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Key actives

Retinyl palmitate 0.2% - 0.35%Pantothenic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

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Product summary

The ingredient list suggests that "Neutrogena - Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60+ Fragrance-Free" 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 contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.

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: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses both titanium dioxide and 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.

What our users say

Based on 1 review 0% recommend this product

As for the white cast, the reviewer reported a noticeable whitish residue.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.

Our users describe the finish of this sunscreen as dewy, They find the product's texture to be heavy - light and In terms of the smell, our users report that light fragrance.

Price

The product retails for 13.49$ in the United States.

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What can the product work for?

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.

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.

titanium dioxide 4.9%

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

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

zinc oxide 4.7%

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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

butyloctyl salicylate 8.5% - 10.3%

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

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging.

Source: Walgreens

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.

ascorbic acid 0.1% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

retinyl palmitate 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

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).

ascorbic acid 0.1% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

retinyl palmitate 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

dipotassium glycyrrhizate 0.4% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

Moisturizing

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, dimethicone.

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 1.1% - 1.3%

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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

pantothenic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and may help reduce inflammation in skin

beeswax 6.8% - 8.3%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

retinyl palmitate 0.2% - 0.35%

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Works for: Anti-blemish, Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation

pantothenic acid 0.1% - 0.2%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Reduces redness, Reduces irritation, Anti-blemish

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and may help reduce inflammation in skin

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Potential irritants

benzyl alcohol 0.5% - 1%

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A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

methylisothiazolinone 0.00075% - 0.0015%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. Is a frequent allergen

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

All ingredients

titanium dioxide 4.9%

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Works for: Sun protection

zinc oxide 4.7%

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

water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

Ingredient list view

Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Water, Butyloctyl salicylate, Beeswax, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Silica, Peg-8, Butylene glycol, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Cetyl dimethicone, Benzyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Methicone, Arachidyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Xanthan gum, Isohexadecane, Behenyl alcohol, Trisiloxane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Arachidyl glucoside, Bisabolol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polysorbate 60, Bht, Stearic acid, Methylisothiazolinone, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Polymethyl methacrylate, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinyl palmitate, Ascorbic acid, Pantothenic acid, Alumina

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SPF	SPF 60	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	retinyl palmitate bisabolol +9 more	Common: beeswax butyloctyl salicylate +5 more Other: glycerin octyldodecyl neopentanoate	Common: retinyl palmitate methicone +8 more Other: niacinamide ascorbic acid +9 more	Common: beeswax butyloctyl salicylate +5 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride caprylic/capric triglyceride +5 more	Common: beeswax cetyl dimethicone +3 more Other: octyldodecyl neopentanoate	Common: methicone titanium dioxide +3 more Other: lactobionic acid gluconolactone +2 more	Common: titanium dioxide butyloctyl salicylate +2 more Other: niacinamide panthenol +9 more	Common: bisabolol dimethicone +2 more Other: ethylhexyl hydroxystearate glycerin	Common: butyloctyl salicylate titanium dioxide +1 more Other: butyrospermum parkii butter caprylic/capric triglyceride +9 more	Common: butyloctyl salicylate dimethicone +2 more Other: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate hydrated silica +2 more	Common: butyloctyl salicylate dimethicone +2 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW
Potential Irritants	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? retinyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +12 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? polyhydroxystearic acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	methylisothiazolinone Has skin benefit? retinyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +14 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +16 more	tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? sorbitan oleate Has skin benefit? +8 more	sodium bisulfite Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? +9 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? polysorbate 60 Has skin benefit? +12 more	bht Has skin benefit? polysorbate 60 Has skin benefit? +11 more	trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +9 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +10 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +7 more
All ingredients	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +38 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +33 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +50 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +37 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +29 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +34 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +44 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +32 more	ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +31 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +40 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +20 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60+ Fragrance-Free

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Sunscreen filters

Irritation risk

What our users say

Price

What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

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