bionike Defence Sun Spray SPF 50+

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.

1. Aqua
2. Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
3. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
4. Caprylyl Methicone
5. Dimethicone
6. Ethylhexyl Salicylate
7. Dibutyl Adipate
8. Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
9. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
10. Triacontanyl Pvp
11. Arginine
12. 1,5-Pentanediol
13. Ethylhexyl Triazone
14. Niacinamide
15. Butylene Glycol
16. Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
17. Tocopheryl Acetate
18. Carnosine
19. Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
20. Caprylyl Glycol
21. Silica
22. Panthenol
23. Allantoin
24. Ethylhexylglycerin
25. Glycerin
26. Carbomer
27. Caprylhydroxamic Acid
28. Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
29. Pentylene Glycol
30. Xanthan Gum
31. Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains silicones

Formulation view Complex sunscreen blend covering UVA/UVB, stabilized with film-forming polymers. Niacinamide, panthenol, and beta-glucan enhance soothing; volatile silicones ensure refreshment. Suitable for all skin types in high outdoor exposure. Formulators must rigorously monitor photostability and ingredient compatibility.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

LIGHT STABILIZER

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateEthylhexyl SalicylatePhenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

SKIN CONDITIONING

Caprylyl Methicone

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Dibutyl Adipate

Other ingredients

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineTriacontanyl PvpArginine1,5-PentanediolEthylhexyl TriazoneNiacinamideButylene GlycolPolyglyceryl-6 StearateTocopheryl AcetateCarnosineSodium Carboxymethyl Beta-GlucanCaprylyl GlycolSilicaPanthenolAllantoinEthylhexylglycerinGlycerinCarbomerCaprylhydroxamic AcidPolyglyceryl-6 BehenatePentylene GlycolXanthan GumTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Novel UVB absorber at 0.2-1.5%; narrow band, requires combination, high photostability, verify regional limits, low irritation.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Caprylyl Methicone

Volatile silicone, fresh feel, does not absorb oil, used in foundations and cushions.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Ethylhexyl salicylate, UVB absorber; volatile, requires combination with UVA filters for broad spectrum.

Dibutyl Adipate

Light ester, solvent and emollient, fresh feel and volatility, non-comedogenic.

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

UV absorber and light stabilizer; compliant use required, common in sunscreens

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

UV-B absorber, photostable; high purity and low bioaccumulation, check for impurities.

Triacontanyl Pvp

High-MW film former and thickener; gives slip and longevity, high levels risk heavy texture.

Arginine

Arginine for moisturizing/conditioning; amino acid, high biocompatibility, often used in blends.

1,5-Pentanediol

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexyl Triazone

UVB absorber with good photostability; formulated with other filters, typical concentration 3-5%, check compatibility with other ingredients.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate

Gentle emulsifier suitable for sensitive skin; oil-soluble, often paired with others; non-comedogenic

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Carnosine

Dipeptide skin conditioner with antioxidant and buffering properties; used in synergy with other actives.

Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan

Modified glucan for thickening and cleansing aid; low irritation, suitable for most formulas

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Allantoin

Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Chelating agent to stabilize metal ions; often paired with antioxidants for system stability, used at low levels

Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate

Non-ionic emulsifier for stabilizing O/W systems; gentle.

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Mild chelator replacing EDTA; water-soluble, very low irritation, stabilizes metal ions

Related products in this category

• skin-first Skin first Crema Gel SPF 50
• neogen Neogen Daylight Protection Airy Sunscreen SPF50+
• seventyone-percent Seventyone Percent The Sunset
• seventyone-percent Seventyone Percent Eco Sun Spray
• seventyone-percent Seventyone Percent Eco Sun Shield
• apivita Apivita Bee Sun Safe Hydra Protective Sun Filters Hair Oil