Ocean Potion Dab-on Spot Stick Sunscreen SPF 50
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50Works well
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ascorbic acid, Pyridoxine hcl + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
More about Acrylates/dimethicone copolymerAlcohol denat.58.09%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAscorbic acid~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Ascorbic acidCyclopentasiloxane~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneParfum~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinLaminaria saccharina extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractLauryl lactate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Macrocystis pyrifera extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Peg-16 macadamia glycerides~0.9–1.35%
Phenethyl benzoate~0.55–1.3%
Pyridoxine hcl~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclThermus thermophillus ferment~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralising free radicals in skin and have some hydration properties
More about Thermus thermophillus fermentTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateIngredient list view
Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, Alcohol denat., Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ascorbic acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, Parfum, Glycerin, Laminaria saccharina extract, Lauryl lactate, Macrocystis pyrifera extract, Peg-16 macadamia glycerides, Phenethyl benzoate, Pyridoxine hcl, Thermus thermophillus ferment, Tocopheryl acetate
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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.
| Ocean PotionDab-on Spot Stick Sunscreen SPF 50YOUR PRODUCT | B.Tansun safe AF...SPF50 lotion | Australian GoldSPF 30 InvisiDry Spray Sunscreen, Water Resistant | ReplenixUltra Sheer Sunscreen SPF 50 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 75% | 68% | 55% |
| Price | $4.89 | — | — | $40.00+$35.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Avobenzone | Oxybenzone | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | High | High |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Cinsay Living Active Sunny Day Living SPF30 SunscreenRite Aid Tugaboos Baby Sunscreen, SPF 50
Product summary
We assess that this product can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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 has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: avobenzone 3.00% (declared), octisalate 5.00% (declared), homosalate 15.00% (declared) and octocrylene 10.00% (declared).
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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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