UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Product Analysis Summary
Contains Zinc. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.
Formulation Analysis
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| Ingredient Name | Safety Profile | Functionality |
|---|---|---|
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 4 Comedogenic: High risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
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| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk | ||
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Is EltaMD UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 comedogenic?
Appears To Be Comedogenic UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 appears to be comedogenic. It contains 1 ingredient with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.
Is EltaMD a good skincare brand?
US dermatologist-recommended skincare brand known for sunscreens. EltaMD makes products such as UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about EltaMD.
Is EltaMD UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 safe for sensitive skin?
Use with Caution UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 1 potential irritant including <a href="/ingredient/iodopropynyl-butylcarbamate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.
Does EltaMD UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 clog pores?
Potential Pore-Cloggers Present UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.
Who makes EltaMD UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45?
This product is from EltaMD. See more products from EltaMD.
What are the ingredients in EltaMD UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45?
UV Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 45 contains 21 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/zinc-oxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Zinc Oxide</a>, <a href="/ingredient/ethylhexyl-methoxycinnamate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/isopropyl-palmitate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isopropyl Palmitate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/potassium-stearate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Potassium Stearate</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.
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