Pacifica Beauty Mineral Face Shade Coconut Probiotic SPF 30
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Sun protectionSPF 30 · 2 UV filtersBroad 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 claimWorks well
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 · Lactococcus ferment lysate, TocopherolWorks well
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 · Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 + 10 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, cocos nucifera oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Titanium dioxide4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideZinc oxide3.1%
- 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 oxideAleurites moluccanus seed oil~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Aleurites moluccanus seed oilAloe barbadensis leaf~8.2–12.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bentonite~6–9%
Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Caffeine~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineCamellia oleifera seed oil~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilCaprylhydroxamic acid~2.2–3.3%
Caprylyl glycol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarthamus tinctorius oleosomes~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Carthamus tinctorius oleosomesCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit water~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cocos nucifera oil~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilGlycerin~0.55–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinJojoba esters~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersLactococcus ferment lysate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateMethyl dihydroabietate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Methyl dihydroabietateParfum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPersea gratissima oil~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilSilica~0.4–1%
Sodium chloride~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater~0.1–0.3%
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumYucca glauca root extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Aleurites moluccanus seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf, Bentonite, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Caffeine, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit water, Cocos nucifera oil, Glycerin, Jojoba esters, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Methyl dihydroabietate, Parfum, Persea gratissima oil, Silica, Sodium chloride, Sodium gluconate, Tocopherol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water, Xanthan gum, Yucca glauca root extract
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Pacifica BeautyMineral Face Shade Coconut Probiotic SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | BabyganicsKids Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50+ | Baby BumMineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Roll-On Lotion - Fragrance Free | Sun BumMineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Roll-On Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $9.78 | $16.49 | $16.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Bisabolol | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "Pacifica - Mineral Face Shade Coconut Probiotic SPF 30" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Pacifica" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 70.34A$ in Australia and from 13.00$ up to 15.00$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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