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Product summary

Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Sun Bum - Original SPF30 Lip Balm" 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).

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 1.50% - 2.20%, octisalate 2.10% - 3.10%, homosalate 4.10% - 6.10% and octocrylene 3.50% - 5.20%.

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it 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.

Price

The product retails for 6.70$ in the United States, for 4.79£ in the United Kingdom, for 8.40CA$ in Canada and for 9.48A$ in Australia.

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