Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist

Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist
0.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.5 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
45
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.2 out of 10.
  • High sun protection for extended outdoor activities and exposure.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist has a moisturizing rating of 0.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product is purely occlusive, but with a low Occlusivity of 0.5 out of 10. It has zero Humectancy as we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list.

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

Sun protection

Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist has an SPF of 45 and provides high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities such as spending time at the beach, outdoor sports, or other activities involving prolonged sun exposure. It's important to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Alcohol Denat.
22
Isoamyl Cocoate
15
Homosalate
7
Octocrylene
5
Octisalate
3
Avobenzone
1
Fragrance
1
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract
1
Tocopherol
Est. %
Alcohol Denat.
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Isoamyl Cocoate
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Homosalate
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Avobenzone
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.0
1.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.0 20
0.5
1.0
Moisturizing rating
0.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1
All occlusives 1.0 20
0.5
All occlusives
1.0
1.0
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
1
All antioxidants 1 3 No
All antioxidants
1
Tocopherol
1
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
All soothing 1 5 No
All soothing
1
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Alcohol Denat.
Est. %45
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.

Isoamyl Cocoate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Isoamyl Cocoate
Homosalate
Est. %15
Function
Origin
HomosalateA synthetic chemical UV filter that protects against harmful UVB radiation.
Octocrylene
Est. %7
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.
Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract
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.