What are the key ingredients in Gleam + Glow SPF 50?

Gleam + Glow SPF 50 contains 67 ingredients. Key actives include: Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, and more.

Does Gleam + Glow SPF 50 contain comedogenic or pore-clogging ingredients?

Based on ingredient analysis, Gleam + Glow SPF 50 does not contain known comedogenic or irritating ingredients and is generally considered safe for acne-prone skin.

How is the safety of Gleam + Glow SPF 50 rated?

Safety ratings for Gleam + Glow SPF 50 are calculated based on individual ingredient analysis, covering comedogenicity, irritancy, and overall safety scores. See the full breakdown at https://www.skinwis.com/product/mdsolarsciences-gleam-glow-spf-50.

Where can I find the full ingredient list for Gleam + Glow SPF 50?

The complete ingredient list, safety analysis, and community reviews for Gleam + Glow SPF 50 are available on SkinWis at https://www.skinwis.com/product/mdsolarsciences-gleam-glow-spf-50.

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Gleam + Glow SPF 50

Updated on: 18/12/2025

Total Ingredients

analysed

53 of 67

Skin-Safe

low risk

3 of 67

Potential Irritants

may irritate sensitive skin

0 of 67

Potential Pore-Clogging

comedogenic risk

About this product

67 ingredients

3 potential irritant

none pore-clogging

Contains Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy

1 Very safe

2 Safe

3 Moderate

4 Risky

5 Avoid

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products UV Ray Absorber

Octocrylene

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products UV Ray Absorber

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products UV Ray Absorber

Water

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver Hair Softener

Glycerin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet Thickness Regulator +7

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator Ingredient Dissolver +1

Dimethicone

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener Defensive Shield +1

Zea Mays Oil

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +2

Polyester-8

Safety: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Protective Coating Agent

Titanium Dioxide

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Sunscreen Agent Cloudiness Creator UV Ray Absorber +1

Ci 77891

Color Provider

Mica

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Color Provider +1

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener

Polysilicone-15

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products UV Ray Absorber

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Dirt & Oil Remover Hair Softener +1

Ceramide NP

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

General Skin Improver Hair Softener

Ceramide Ns

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

General Skin Improver Hair Softener

Ceramide AP

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Ceramide EOP

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Ceramide Eos

Safety: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Allantoin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Calming Agent Defensive Shield

Panthenol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Static Eliminator Hair Softener

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Skin Enhancer Germ Fighter Scent Provider

Niacinamide

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Surface Refiner

Tremella Fuciformis Extract

Safety: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet

Vitis Vinifera Callus Culture Extract

Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Scent Provider

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener Scent Provider +1

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: High risk

Revitalizer Scent Provider

Caffeine

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Scent Provider

Diatomaceous Earth

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator Polishing & Scrubbing Agent +1

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Anti-Aging Protector UV Ray Absorber Skin Enhancer +8

Sodium Hyaluronate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet

Hyaluronic Acid

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet Static Eliminator +1

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Anti-Aging Protector

Ferric Hexapeptide-35

Skin Enhancer

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet Dental Health Agent +1

Chamomilla Recutita Extract

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Skin Enhancer

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Defensive Shield

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: High risk

Fragrance Provider Anti-Aging Protector

Rosa Moschata Seed Oil

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Skin Softener

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Moisture Barrier Creator Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver +1

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Volume Builder Thickness Regulator

Sodium Polyacrylate

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Thickness Regulator Hairstyle Holder +5

Tbhq

Safety: Moderate risk

Irritancy: Moderate risk

Fragrance Provider Anti-Aging Protector Scent Provider

Phenylpropanol

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver Scent Provider

Lecithin

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Static Eliminator Skin Softener +1

Cetyl Alcohol

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Cloudiness Creator Foam Enhancer Cleansing Surfactant +5

Sodium Hydroxide

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: High risk

pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent

Teprenone

Skin Enhancer

Proline

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Sorbitol

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet +1

Behenic Acid

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Cloudiness Creator Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover +1

Cholesterol

Comedogenic: Low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

UV Protector for Products Skin Enhancer Thickness Regulator +2

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Thickness Regulator Protective Coating Agent Emulsion Stabilizer

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Metal Ion Binder

Carbomer

Comedogenic: Very low risk

Safety: Very low risk

Irritancy: Very low risk

Gel Structure Builder Thickness Regulator Emulsion Stabilizer

Ceteareth-25

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover Emulsifying Surfactant

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Safety: Low risk

Irritancy: Low risk

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Caprooyl Sphingosine

Skin Enhancer Hair Softener

Ingredient Name	Safety Profile	Functionality
01 Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products +1
02 Octocrylene	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products +1
03 Ethylhexyl Salicylate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products +1
04 Water	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Plaque Prevention Agent Skin Enhancer +1
05 Butyloctyl Salicylate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Ingredient Dissolver +1
06 Glycerin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Moisture Magnet +8
07 Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	General Skin Improver Moisture Barrier Creator +2
08 Dimethicone	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener +2
09 Zea Mays Oil	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +3
10 Polyester-8	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Protective Coating Agent
11 Titanium Dioxide	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Sunscreen Agent Cloudiness Creator +2
12 Ci 77891		Color Provider
13 Mica	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +2
14 Coco-Caprylate/Caprate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
15 Polysilicone-15	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Sunscreen Agent UV Protector for Products +1
16 Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Dirt & Oil Remover +2
17 Ceramide NP	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	General Skin Improver Hair Softener
18 Ceramide Ns	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	General Skin Improver Hair Softener
19 Ceramide AP	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
20 Ceramide EOP	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
21 Ceramide Eos	S 1 Safety: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
22 Allantoin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Calming Agent +1
23 Panthenol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Static Eliminator +1
24 Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Skin Enhancer Germ Fighter +1
25 Niacinamide	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Surface Refiner
26 Tremella Fuciformis Extract	S 2 Safety: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet
27 Vitis Vinifera Callus Culture Extract		N/A
28 Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer
29 Olea Europaea Fruit Oil	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +1
30 Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener +2
31 Lavandula Angustifolia Oil	S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	Revitalizer Scent Provider
32 Caffeine	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +1
33 Diatomaceous Earth	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Volume Builder Cloudiness Creator +2
34 Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Anti-Aging Protector UV Ray Absorber +9
35 Sodium Hyaluronate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet
36 Hyaluronic Acid	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet +2
37 Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Anti-Aging Protector
38 Ferric Hexapeptide-35		Skin Enhancer
39 Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Moisture Magnet +2
40 Chamomilla Recutita Extract	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Skin Enhancer
41 Laminaria Digitata Extract	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Defensive Shield
42 Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil	S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	Fragrance Provider Anti-Aging Protector
43 Rosa Moschata Seed Oil	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Skin Softener
44 Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Moisture Barrier Creator Fragrance Provider +2
45 Synthetic Fluorphlogopite	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Volume Builder Thickness Regulator
46 Sodium Polyacrylate	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Thickness Regulator +6
47 Tbhq	S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk	Fragrance Provider Anti-Aging Protector +1
48 Phenylpropanol	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Fragrance Provider Ingredient Dissolver +1
49 Lecithin	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Static Eliminator +2
50 Cetyl Alcohol	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Cloudiness Creator Foam Enhancer +6
51 Sodium Hydroxide	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk	pH Stabilizer Alcohol Treatment Agent
52 Teprenone		Skin Enhancer
53 Proline	S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
54 Sorbitol	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Fragrance Provider Skin Enhancer +2
55 Behenic Acid	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Cloudiness Creator Cleansing Surfactant +2
56 Cholesterol	C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	UV Protector for Products Skin Enhancer +3
57 Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Thickness Regulator Protective Coating Agent +1
58 Caprylhydroxamic Acid	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Metal Ion Binder
59 Carbomer	C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk	Gel Structure Builder Thickness Regulator +1
60 Ceteareth-25	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Cleansing Surfactant Dirt & Oil Remover +1
61 Caprooyl Phytosphingosine	S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk	Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
62 Caprooyl Sphingosine		Skin Enhancer Hair Softener
63 Iron Oxides		N/A
64 Avobenzone		N/A
65 Octisalate		N/A
66 Sunflower Seed Oil		N/A
67 Rosemary Extract		N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is MDSolarSciences Gleam + Glow SPF 50 comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Gleam + Glow SPF 50 appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 67 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

Is MDSolarSciences a good skincare brand?

US skincare brand specializing in sunscreens and sun protection. MDSolarSciences makes products such as Gleam + Glow SPF 50 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 MDSolarSciences.

Is MDSolarSciences Gleam + Glow SPF 50 safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Gleam + Glow SPF 50 may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 3 potential irritant s including <a href="/ingredient/lavandula-angustifolia-oil" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Lavandula Angustifolia Oil</a>, <a href="/ingredient/melaleuca-alternifolia-leaf-oil" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil</a> and <a href="/ingredient/sodium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Hydroxide</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 MDSolarSciences Gleam + Glow SPF 50 clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Gleam + Glow SPF 50 is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 67 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes MDSolarSciences Gleam + Glow SPF 50?

This product is from MDSolarSciences. See more products from MDSolarSciences.

What are the ingredients in MDSolarSciences Gleam + Glow SPF 50?

Gleam + Glow SPF 50 contains 67 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/butyl-methoxydibenzoylmethane" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane</a>, <a href="/ingredient/octocrylene" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Octocrylene</a>, <a href="/ingredient/ethylhexyl-salicylate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Ethylhexyl Salicylate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a> and <a href="/ingredient/butyloctyl-salicylate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Butyloctyl Salicylate</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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