tropic Skin Shade Sun Cream
tropic Tropic Skin Shade Sun Cream lists 30 ingredients on its label, 25 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Aqua
- Zinc Oxide
- Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate
- C9-12 Alkane
- Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
- Glycerin
- C10-18 Triglycerides
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Dextrin Isostearate
- Nylon-11
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Glyceryl Caprylate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Stearic Acid
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Titanium Dioxide
- Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
- Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
- Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
- Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
- Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil
- Sodium Levulinate
- Sodium Anisate
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Alumina
- Tocopherol
- Magnesium Sulphate
- Phytic Acid
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains siliconesContains fragranceContains parabens
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaC9-12 Alkane
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Zinc Oxide
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Caprylyl Caprylate/CaprateC10-18 TriglyceridesSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
Other ingredients
Dextrin IsostearateNylon-11Polyhydroxystearic AcidGlyceryl CaprylateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideStearic AcidCoco-Caprylate/CaprateTitanium DioxideTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractPodocarpus Elatus Fruit ExtractPleiogynium Timoriense Fruit ExtractTriethoxycaprylylsilaneCocos Nucifera Fruit ExtractBixa Orellana Seed ExtractCaryodendron Orinocense Seed OilSodium LevulinateSodium AnisateHelianthus Annuus Seed OilAluminaTocopherolMagnesium SulphatePhytic Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zinc Oxide | ANTIMICROBIAL, BULKING, COLORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, LIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 IV/144 VI/30 VI/30a | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C9-12 Alkane | SOLVENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 Please consider whether entry 875 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 is applicable. According to entry 875, Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated middle, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen. | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C10-18 Triglycerides | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dextrin Isostearate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Nylon-11 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Polyhydroxystearic Acid | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glyceryl Caprylate | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, BLEACHING | 0 · – | Green |
| Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Bixa Orellana Seed Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Sodium Levulinate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Anisate | ANTIMICROBIAL, FRAGRANCE, FLAVOURING, pH ADJUSTERS | 1 · – | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alumina | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium Sulphate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Phytic Acid | CHELATING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Zinc Oxide
- Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.
- Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate
- Light synthetic ester emollient; non-greasy, low comedogenic risk, suitable for oily and sensitive skin formulas.
- C9-12 Alkane
- C9-12 alkanes; solvent and emollient. Lightweight feel, verify source and refining history.
- Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
- Composite emulsifier for stable O/W systems, provides mild cleansing.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- C10-18 Triglycerides
- Mixture of C10-18 triglycerides for emolliency, conditioning, and solvency; low comedogenic risk but occlusive.
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Dextrin Isostearate
- Not decoded yet
- Nylon-11
- Not decoded yet
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Emulsifier and stabilizer at 1–3%; non-ionic, prone to hydrolysis.
- Glyceryl Caprylate
- Mild emulsifier/deodorant at 0.5-2%; polyol ester, high humectancy, low irritancy, check cationic surfactant compatibility.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
- Terminalia ferdinandiana extract; traditional lightening agent; antioxidant for uneven skin tone.
- Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
- Coconut fruit extract at 0.1–5%; moisturizing, caution for oily skin at high levels
- Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
- Annatto seed extract providing natural color and conditioning; may have fragrance notes.
- Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil
- Tropical seed oil acting as an emollient; lightweight texture suitable for oily or combination skin formulations.
- Sodium Levulinate
- Sodium levulinate, natural-derived humectant; generally mild, often used in blends.
- Sodium Anisate
- Benzoate-based preservative component; used in combinations for antimicrobial effect, slight fragrance, control concentration.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.
- Alumina
- Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Magnesium Sulphate
- Not decoded yet
- Phytic Acid
- Natural chelator for formula stability; acidic, may shift pH at high levels.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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