Homosalate – It’s an organic UV filter widely used in sunscreens. Homosalate has been found to penetrate the skin, disrupt hormones and produce toxic breakdown byproducts over time. It was found unsafe at concentrations up to 10% by the European Commission and they recommended a maximum concentration of 1.4%. In India maximum, authorised concentration for homosalate is 10%.

Cyclomethicone – It helps in retaining skin moisture and delivers active ingredients to the skin. If you have sensitive skin, we have to be mindful of the other ingredients in the product that may irritate our skin, such as fragrance, because the Cyclomethicone will deliver these ingredients to the skin.

Ethylhexyl salicylate – It’s a sunscreen filter. 

Alcohol denat – It can cause skin dryness, and disturb the skin barrier. Some studies suggest that it might cause breakouts, skin irritation, and redness.

Glycerin – It’s widely used as a hydrating agent. It contributes to barrier repair of the skin. Oily skin types might not like the sticky feel of the ingredient.

Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane – also called avobenzone – offers protection from UVA rays. Studies have found that it can disrupt the endocrine system and has been shown to block the effects of testosterone in cellular studies(klopcic 2017).

Octocrylene – It’s a UV filter that protects skin from damage caused by the sun.

Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid – It protects from UVB rays of the sun.

Methyl Methacrylate cross polymer – It gives an elegant silky texture to the product, they are also used to scatter light to reduce the look of fine lines on the skin, as well as to absorb excess oil and give a matte finish.

Panthenol – It moisturises the skin. It confers soothing effects to formulations for the treatment of sunburn and other types of burn.

Glyceryl glucoside – It increases skin elasticity, and moisturising, and reduces the symptoms like itching, burning, tightness, tingling, and feeling of dryness.

4-butylresorcinol – It’s a skin lightener.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract – It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin whitening properties.

Tocopheryl acetate – It’s an antioxidant and skin conditioning agent.

Sodium ascorbyl phosphate – It has antioxidants, it works to combat the effects of UV damage by fighting free radicals that lead to sign ageing caused by sun exposure.

Panax ginseng root extract – This extract delivers numerous antioxidant compounds and is a decent source of vitamin B. It boosts skin hydration, diminishes rough texture, and helps fade uneven skin tone.

Ginkgo biloba leaf extract – Ginkgo leaf extract exerts many skin benefits, such as powerful antioxidant protection, skin-soothing effects, and skin-soothing by reducing inflammation and reducing signs of ageing.

Propylene glycol – Although it is generally safe it might cause allergic reactions, skin irritation and rashes in some people. Those with eczema might be more susceptible to this ingredient.

Sorbitan isostearate – This ingredient is considered comedogenic i.e., it can clog pores which might cause breakouts and acne.

Trisodium EDTA – Generally used as a preservative and penetration enhancer in skincare products, it can cause irritation in some people.

Perfume – Folks with inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, acne, or rosacea may see their condition worsen with fragranced products.

cI77891 – Also known as titanium dioxide classified as safe by FDA. Although it is known as a possible cancer-causing ingredient when inhaled due to this reason, powdered or spray formulations containing titanium dioxide are of concern.