pharmasept Face Sun Cream SPF 50
pharmasept Pharmasept Face Sun Cream SPF 50 lists 28 ingredients on its label, 28 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.
- Zinc Oxide
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Aqua
- Glycerin
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
- Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate
- Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer
- Magnesium Stearate
- Octyldodecyl Oleate
- Magnesium Sulfate
- Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
- Phytosterols
- Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
- Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
- Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
- Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
- Parfum
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Octyldodecanol
- Allantoin
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Tocopherol
- Benzyl Alcohol
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains PEGContains fragranceContains alcohol
Key ingredients
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Zinc Oxide
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Coco-Caprylate/CaprateGlyceryl StearateHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- ABSORBENT
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-2 OleateBrassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil CopolymerMagnesium StearateOctyldodecyl OleateMagnesium SulfateRibes Nigrum Seed OilPhytosterolsPongamia Pinnata Seed ExtractPaeonia Suffruticosa Root ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractRicinus Communis Seed OilPolyglyceryl-2 StearateOctyldodecyl Stearoyl StearateParfumTocopheryl AcetateOctyldodecanolAllantoinDehydroacetic AcidTocopherolBenzyl Alcohol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyhydroxystearic Acid | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer | FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Magnesium Stearate | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, MOISTURISING · 限制 IV/150 | 0 · – | Green |
| Octyldodecyl Oleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Magnesium Sulfate | BULKING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Phytosterols | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ricinus Communis Seed Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Octyldodecanol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Allantoin | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dehydroacetic Acid | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Zinc Oxide
- Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Emulsifier and stabilizer at 1–3%; non-ionic, prone to hydrolysis.
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Modified starch absorbent at 1–10%; for powder products, oil-absorbing without heavy feel
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
- Emollient ester and emulsifier; provides silky feel in O/W systems, generally mild and non-irritating
- Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate
- Polyglyceryl-2 oleate, plant-based emulsifier/thickener, 0.5–3%; amphiphilic, good for creams.
- Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer
- Plant oil copolymer for film formation and improved feel.
- Magnesium Stearate
- Anti-caking agent for solids; restricted in injections, control dosage in topicals.
- Octyldodecyl Oleate
- Ester lipid providing emollience and lubrication; acts as occlusive to reduce water loss with a non-greasy feel.
- Magnesium Sulfate
- Bulk agent at 0.1–1%; highly water-soluble, avoid high local concentration.
- Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
- Blackcurrant seed oil rich in GLA used as an emollient; high in unsaturated fats, prone to oxidation
- Phytosterols
- Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.
- Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
- Pongamia pinnata seed extract, plant-based skin conditioner; limited data, irritancy testing recommended.
- Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
- Paeonia root extract, skin protecting agent with antioxidants to defend against environmental damage
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
- Castor oil for heavy moisturization and film formation; high viscosity, high levels may be comedogenic, blend with other oils.
- Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
- Polyglyceryl ester emulsifier; mild, non-ionic, suitable for O/W emulsions with good stability.
- Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
- Ester emollient for silky feel and thickening; 1-5%, avoid acidic systems
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Octyldodecanol
- Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.
- Allantoin
- Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.
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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