Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen

Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen
1.5
/ 10
Moisturizing
2.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
50
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.5 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.
  • Very high sun protection for prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen has a moisturizing rating of 1.5 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 2.3 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.8 out of 10.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Sun protection

Black Girl Sunscreen Kids Spray & Play SPF 50 Sunscreen has an SPF of 50 and provides very high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities involving intense or prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports. It is particularly recommended for individuals with fair skin, those at high risk of skin cancer, or in environments with intense sun exposure. Remember to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
Alcohol Denat.
22
Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer
15
Homosalate
10
Octocrylene
5
Octisalate
3
Avobenzone
2
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
1.5
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
1
Tocopherol
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
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Alcohol Denat.
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Avobenzone
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Tocopherol
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Glycerin
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Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
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Ratings

All humectants
2.3
2
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.6
1.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 2.3 10
2.3
2
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.6 20
0.8
1.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
0.3
All humectants 2.3 10
2.3
All humectants
2.3
2
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 1.6 20
0.8
All occlusives
1.6
1.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
1.5
1
0.3
All antioxidants 4.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
4.8
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
2
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
1.5
Tocopherol
1
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
1.5
All soothing 3.5 5 No
All soothing
3.5
2
1.5
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Alcohol Denat.
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Acrylates/Octylacrylamide CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Homosalate
Est. %15
Function
Origin
HomosalateA synthetic chemical UV filter that protects against harmful UVB radiation.
Octocrylene
Est. %10
Function
Origin
OctocryleneA synthetic compound that protects skin against harmful ultraviolet light.
Octisalate
Est. %5
Function
Origin
OctisalateA UVB sunscreen also known as ethylhexyl salicylate. It is normally paired with UVA sunscreens to provide broad-spectrum protection. Octisalate also protects other ingredients, like colorants and antioxidants, from deterioration due to exposure to UV light.
Avobenzone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
AvobenzoneA popular sunscreen that protects against UVA rays, which cause premature aging and skin cancer. Avobenzone degrades after about 30 minutes of sun exposure and becomes ineffective. It is therefore often paired with UV-filter stabilizers such as octocrylene.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Tocopherol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diethylhexyl SyringylidenemalonateDescription is coming soon