Banana Boat Banana Boat Sport Ultra Sunscreen Lotion

Banana Boat Sport Ultra Sunscreen Lotion

Banana Boat

7.2/10 (31193 reviews)
sunscreenall skinSPF 5012oz

Key Benefits

  • Avobenzone for broad-spectrum UVA protection
  • Octocrylene for photostability and additional UVB protection
  • Aloe barbadensis leaf juice for soothing and hydration
Overall Score: 7.2/10

This sunscreen provides effective broad-spectrum protection and is generally safe for most users. However, those with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should use caution. Environmental impact is moderate due to some UV filters.

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Detailed Product Scores

Overall
7.2/10

Weighted average of all factors

Safety
7.5/10

Allergen and irritation risk assessment

Efficacy
8.2/10

Expected performance and results

Formulation
7.8/10

Ingredient synergy and stability

Sustainability
5.5/10

Environmental and ethical impact

Benefits & Concerns

Key Benefits (3)

  • Avobenzone for broad-spectrum UVA protection
  • Octocrylene for photostability and additional UVB protection
  • Aloe barbadensis leaf juice for soothing and hydration

Concerns & Limitations (2)

  • Parfum (fragrance) may cause irritation or allergic reactions
  • Octocrylene has some environmental and sensitization concerns

Complete Ingredient Analysis

22

Total Ingredients

4

Emollients

1

Fragrances

0

Unsafe

Complete Ingredient Breakdown

Listed in order of concentration with detailed analysis

#1
Avobenzone
Avobenzone
unknownUV filter
#2
Homosalate
Active
Homosalate
Common name: Homosalate
cautionUV filter

UVB sunscreen agent; absorbs UVB rays to help protect skin from sun damage. May cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

#3
Octisalate
Octisalate
unknownUV filter
#4
Octocrylene
Octocrylene
unknownUV filter
#5
Aqua
Solvent
Aqua
Common name: Water
safesolvent

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

#6
Glyceryl stearate
Glyceryl stearate
unknownemulsifier
#7
Peg-100 stearate
Peg-100 stearate
unknownemulsifier
#8
Cetyl alcohol
Cetyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#9
Cetyl dimethicone
Cetyl dimethicone
unknownemollient
#10
Propylene glycol
Propylene glycol
unknownhumectant
#11
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Common name: Phenoxyethanol
safepreservative

Gentle preservative that keeps products fresh

#12
Caprylyl glycol
Caprylyl glycol
unknownemollient
#13
Vp/eicosene copolymer
Vp/eicosene copolymer
unknownfilm former
#14
Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer
Acrylates/c12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer
unknownfilm former
#15
Behenyl alcohol
Behenyl alcohol
unknownemollient
#16
Sodium polyacrylate
Sodium polyacrylate
unknownthickener
#17
Chlorphenesin
Chlorphenesin
unknownpreservative
#18
Xanthan gum
Xanthan gum
unknownthickener
#19
Disodium edta
Disodium edta
unknownchelating agent
#20
Parfum
Fragrance
Parfum
Common name: Fragrance
avoidfragrance

Can cause allergic reactions and skin sensitivity

#21
Tocopheryl acetate
Tocopheryl acetate
unknownantioxidant
#22
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
unknownskin conditioning

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 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every 2 hours.

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 fragrance-free products
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