Ultrasun

Mineral Body SPF50 Lotion

Name: Ultrasun - Mineral Body SPF50 Lotion
Brand: Ultrasun

SPF 50Efficacy 90/100·Low irritancy ·3 UV filters· In 1 routines

Efficacy measures how well the formula delivers the claims the brand advertises · 3 of 3 advertised claims delivered

We assess that "Ultrasun - Mineral Body SPF50 Lotion" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list.

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Product summary

We assess that "Ultrasun - Mineral Body SPF50 Lotion" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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 also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

Sunscreen filters

It 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 this product to be low. 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 from 22.00£ up to 609.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 28.00$ in the United States.

For a detailed price comparison: click here.

Sun protection

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.

UV spectrum

UVB290 nmUVA II320 nmUVA I340 nmVisible400 nm+

Titanium Dioxide

Zinc Oxide

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

Titanium Dioxide Mineral UVBUVA2 Photo-stable 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~2.3–2.9%

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 colorant~11–14%

~ 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

Anti-aging

10 key actives in the formula

Strong evidence

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.

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 colorant~11–14%

Isocetyl stearateRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin~5.3–6.4%

Coconut alkanesRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin~3.7–4.5%

Cocos nucifera oilRole: Key activeAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~2.3–2.8%

Titanium dioxideRole: Key activeWorks 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~2.3–2.9%

Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.3%

UndecaneRole: Key activeHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skin~0.95–1.15%

Coco-caprylate/caprateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.5–0.75%

Helianthus annuus sprout extractRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can help support the skin barrier~0.1–0.15%

Evens skin tone

10 key actives in the formula

Strong evidence

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 colorant~11–14%

Isocetyl stearateRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin~5.3–6.4%

Coconut alkanesRole: Key activeAn emollient that helps soften the skin~3.7–4.5%

Cocos nucifera oilRole: Key activeAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~2.3–2.8%

Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.3%

UndecaneRole: Key activeHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skin~0.95–1.15%

Coco-caprylate/caprateRole: Key activeHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.5–0.75%

Helianthus annuus sprout extractRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can help support the skin barrier~0.1–0.15%

Irritancy

8 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~3–3.6%est.

Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skinLow~3.7–4.5%est.

Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateHelps water and oil mix togetherLow~2.6–3.1%est.

UndecaneHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skinLow~0.95–1.15%est.

Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationLow~0.6–0.9%est.

TridecaneHelps create a dry, non-greasy finish of the skinLow~0.45–0.65%est.

Cetyl phosphateHelps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.15–0.3%est.

Caesalpinia spinosa fruit pod extractA plant extract with antioxidant effect. Is often added to skincare to boost SPFLow~0.1–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

Cocos nucifera oil ~2.3–2.8% — rinse-off or low %

Some 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