Babo Botanicals Babo Botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

Babo Botanicals Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

Babo Botanicals

8.2/10 (1612 reviews)
sunscreensensitive/all skinSPF 503oz

Key Benefits

  • Broad-spectrum physical UV protection (zinc oxide)
  • Soothes and moisturizes sensitive skin
  • Water-resistant, suitable for outdoor activities
Overall Score: 8.2/10

This mineral sunscreen is well-formulated for sensitive, dry, or normal skin types seeking broad-spectrum UV protection without synthetic filters or fragrance. However, it contains several plant oils, butters, and botanical extracts that may trigger allergies or irritation in susceptible individuals. It is not suitable for oily, acne-prone, or fungal acne-prone skin. Always patch test before full use, especially if you have a history of allergies or sensitive skin. Avoid use if you have known allergies to coconut, shea, sunflower, or any listed botanicals.

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Detailed Product Scores

Overall
8.2/10

Weighted average of all factors

Safety
8/10

Allergen and irritation risk assessment

Efficacy
9/10

Expected performance and results

Formulation
8/10

Ingredient synergy and stability

Sustainability
8/10

Environmental and ethical impact

Benefits & Concerns

Key Benefits (3)

  • Broad-spectrum physical UV protection (zinc oxide)
  • Soothes and moisturizes sensitive skin
  • Water-resistant, suitable for outdoor activities

Concerns & Limitations (10)

  • Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil: common allergen, comedogenic, may trigger acne or contact dermatitis
  • Butyrospermum parkii (shea butter): potential allergen, comedogenic for some skin types
  • Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil: rare allergen, but possible in those with seed allergies
  • Tocopherol (vitamin E): rare contact allergy
  • Bisabolol: rare allergen, especially in those with ragweed allergy
  • Caprylyl glycol: rare irritant
  • Cetyl, cetearyl, behenyl, and arachidyl alcohols: fatty alcohols, generally safe but may cause irritation in very sensitive skin
  • Calendula, chamomile, nasturtium, spiraea extracts: botanical extracts, rare but possible allergens
  • Not oil-free: contains multiple oils and butters, not suitable for oily/acne-prone or fungal acne-prone skin
  • Not fungal-acne-safe: contains coconut oil, shea butter, and other esters that may feed Malassezia

Complete Ingredient Analysis

31

Total Ingredients

11

Emollients

0

Fragrances

0

Unsafe

Complete Ingredient Breakdown

Listed in order of concentration with detailed analysis

#1
Zinc oxide
Zinc oxide
unknownactive
#2
Aqua
Solvent
Aqua
Common name: Water
safesolvent

The most common cosmetic ingredient, used as a base for most products

#3
Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
unknownemollient
#4
Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil
Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil
unknownemollient
#5
Butyloctyl salicylate
Butyloctyl salicylate
unknownemollient
#6
Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil
Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil
unknownemollient
#7
Methyl dihydroabietate
Methyl dihydroabietate
unknownemollient
#8
Butyrospermum parkii (shea butter)
Butyrospermum parkii (shea butter)
unknownemollient
#9
Cetearyl alcohol
Cetearyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#10
Sodium stearoyl glutamate
Sodium stearoyl glutamate
unknownemulsifying
#11
Microcrystalline cellulose
Microcrystalline cellulose
unknownviscosity controlling
#12
Calendula officinalis flower extract
Calendula officinalis flower extract
unknownantioxidant
#13
Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
unknownantioxidant
#14
Nasturtium officinale flower/leaf extract
Nasturtium officinale flower/leaf extract
unknownantioxidant
#15
Spiraea ulmaria flower extract
Spiraea ulmaria flower extract
unknownantioxidant
#16
Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter
Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter
unknownemollient
#17
Bisabolol
Bisabolol
unknownsoothing
#18
Tocopherol
Active
Tocopherol
Common name: Vitamin E
safeantioxidant

Antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage

#19
Cetyl alcohol
Cetyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#20
Caprylyl glycol
Caprylyl glycol
unknownhumectant
#21
Coco-glucoside
Coco-glucoside
unknownsurfactant/cleansing agent
#22
Behenyl alcohol
Behenyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#23
Arachidyl glucoside
Arachidyl glucoside
unknownemulsifying
#24
Arachidyl alcohol
Arachidyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#25
Polyhydroxystearic acid
Polyhydroxystearic acid
unknownemulsifying
#26
Citric acid
Citric acid
unknownbuffering
#27
Sodium gluconate
Sodium gluconate
unknownchelating
#28
Sodium hyaluronate
Sodium hyaluronate
unknownhumectant
#29
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycerin
Common name: Glycerin
safehumectant

A powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin

#30
Caprylhydroxamic acid
Caprylhydroxamic acid
unknownchelating
#31
Cellulose gum
Cellulose gum
unknownviscosity controlling

Product Attributes

Vegan
Cruelty-Free
Reef Safe
Alcohol-Free
Paraben-Free
Silicon-Free
Sulfate-Free
Fragrance-Free
EU Allergen-Free
Oil-Free
Fungal Acne Safe

Usage Instructions & Guidelines

Official Usage Instructions

Manufacturer's recommended application

Apply liberally to face & body & rub in until the white lotion blends into the skin.

Ideal For:

  • Daily skincare routine
  • Sensitive skin types
  • Natural product enthusiasts

Avoid If You Have:

  • Known allergies to listed ingredients
  • Very sensitive or reactive skin
  • Preference for fragranced products
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