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Pacifica Sun + Skincare, Mineral Face Shade, SPF 30, Coconut Probiotic Technology
Pacifica

Sun + Skincare, Mineral Face Shade, SPF 30, Coconut Probiotic Technology

SPF 30Efficacy 90/100·Medium irritancy ·2 UV filters

Efficacy measures how well the formula delivers the claims the brand advertises · 1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

We believe that "Pacifica - Sun + Skincare, Mineral Face Shade, SPF 30, Coconut Probiotic Technology" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed.

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Product summary

We believe that "Pacifica - Sun + Skincare, Mineral Face Shade, SPF 30, Coconut Probiotic Technology" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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 should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

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 zinc oxide.

Irritation risk

This sunscreen contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit 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.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Pacifica" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

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.

UV spectrum
UVB290 nmUVA II320 nmUVA I340 nmVisible400 nm+
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Zinc Oxide
FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount
Butyloctyl SalicylateUVBA 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~1.4–2.1%
Zinc Oxide Mineral UVBUVA+Visible Photo-stable 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 colorant16%
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Reef-safe
No oxybenzone or octinoxate — the two filters banned in Hawaii, Florida Keys and Aruba.

Product claims breakdown

Evens skin tone
Brand does not advertise this — the formula does
Quiet bonus

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).

Zinc oxideRole: Key activeA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant16%
BisabololRole: Key activeAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties~1.8–2.6%
Butyloctyl salicylateRole: Key activeA 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~1.4–2.1%
Butyrospermum parkii butterRole: Key activeA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~1.3–1.9%
CaffeineRole: Key activeMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes~1–1.5%
Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.8–1.2%
Carthamus tinctorius seed oilRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~0.4–0.95%
Cetearyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.35–0.8%
Cetyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.3–0.7%
Cocos nucifera oilRole: Key activeAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~0.15–0.55%
Diheptyl succinateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin~0.15–0.6%
GlycerinRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.15–0.55%
Helianthus annuus extractRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.5%
Helianthus annuus seed oilRole: Key activeA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.1–0.45%
Lactococcus ferment lysateRole: Key activeConsists 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~0.1–0.3%
Methyl dihydroabietateRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronateRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.25%
Theobroma cacao seed butterRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.05–0.25%
Anti-aging
Brand does not advertise this — the formula does
Quiet bonus

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.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTERRole: Key activeA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~1.3–1.9%
LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT LYSATERole: Key activeConsists 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~0.1–0.3%
Zinc oxideRole: Key activeA broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant16%
BisabololRole: Key activeAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties~1.8–2.6%
Butyloctyl salicylateRole: Key activeA 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~1.4–2.1%
CaffeineRole: Key activeMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes~1–1.5%
Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.8–1.2%
Carthamus tinctorius seed oilRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~0.4–0.95%
Cetearyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.35–0.8%
Cetyl alcoholRole: Key activeA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.3–0.7%
Cocos nucifera oilRole: Key activeAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~0.15–0.55%
Diheptyl succinateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin~0.15–0.6%
GlycerinRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.15–0.55%
Helianthus annuus extractRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.5%
Helianthus annuus seed oilRole: Key activeA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.1–0.45%
Methyl dihydroabietateRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronateRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.25%
Theobroma cacao seed butterRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.05–0.25%
Irritancy
10 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 10 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Coco-glucosideUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.8%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.05–0.3%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
Butyloctyl salicylateA 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 ownLow~1.4–2.1%est.
CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesLow~1–1.5%est.
Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeLow~0.6–1.35%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureLow~0.5–1.1%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHLow~0.15–0.7%est.
Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationLow~0.1–0.4%est.
Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.15–0.6%est.
Comedogenic
4 ingredients can clog pores in acne-prone skin
High risk
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating ≥ 2. In leave-on products at higher concentrations they can clog pores for acne-prone skin types.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicalsHigh~1.3–1.9%est.
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenicHigh~0.15–0.55%est.
Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product textureMed~0.35–0.8%est.
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

Ingredients

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Zinc oxide16%
UV filterKey active
Aloe barbadensis leaf~23–35%
Formula
Arachidyl alcohol~5.6–8.4%
Formula
Arachidyl glucoside~3–4.5%
Formula
Behenyl alcohol~2.7–4%
Formula
Bisabolol~1.8–2.6%
Key active
Butyloctyl salicylate~1.4–2.1%
UV filterKey activeLow-irritation
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.3–1.9%
Key activeComedo · high
Caffeine~1–1.5%
Key activeLow-irritation
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.6–1.35%
Low-irritation
Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~0.8–1.2%
Key active
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–1.1%
Low-irritation
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.4–0.95%
Key active
Cellulose gum~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Cetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
Key activeComedo · medium
Cetyl alcohol~0.3–0.7%
Key active
Citric acid~0.15–0.7%
Low-irritation
Coco-glucoside~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · high
Cocos nucifera oil~0.15–0.55%
Key activeComedo · high
Diheptyl succinate~0.15–0.6%
Key active
Glycerin~0.15–0.55%
Key active
Helianthus annuus extract~0.1–0.5%
Key active
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.45%
Key active
Heptyl glucoside~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Lactococcus ferment lysate~0.1–0.3%
Key active
Methyl dihydroabietate~0.1–0.35%
Key active
Microcrystalline cellulose~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Parfum~0.05–0.3%
Irritant · high
Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.1–0.4%
Low-irritation
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Sodium gluconate~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
Key active
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.15–0.6%
Low-irritation
Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.05–0.25%
Key activeComedo · high
Tocopherol~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Water~0.01–0.1%
Formula
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