UltraMatte Mineral Gel Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
A mineral only sunscreen using Zinc Oxide as the sole UV filter in a water-free gel base, with published SPF test reports. The main watch out is Isostearic Acid, which may not suit every acne prone user.
- Oily and acne prone skin
- Acne prone skin
- Skin clogs easily
₹1,100 • Analysed 2 June 2026
A 100% mineral (Zinc Oxide only) anhydrous elastomer gel sunscreen designed for oily and acne-prone skin. The water-free formulation has excellent microbiological and photostability - no aqueous preservation challenge, no chemical filter photodegradation. The full INCI list and multiple published test reports (SPF, non-comedogenic, dermatologist, ophthalmologist, water resistant, blue light, vegan) are publicly available. Of all CodeSkin products reviewed, this has the cleanest allergen profile: no synthetic fragrance, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol. One formulation note for acne-prone users: Isostearic Acid appears in the INCI and has some comedogenicity potential, which is worth noting given the product is specifically marketed for acne-prone skin. Zinc Oxide concentration is not publicly disclosed but its INCI position 3 in an anhydrous system suggests a meaningful functional amount. Web evidence review - not certification.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
A published SPF test report is available from the brand. This is more public evidence than most Indian sunscreens provide.
PA rating is stated on packaging. The brand's pattern of publishing test reports supports this claim.
Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter in the ingredient list. No chemical filters present. Confirmed directly from the INCI.
No fragrance of any kind found in the INCI. No parfum, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol.
No essential oils found in the ingredient list.
A published non-comedogenic test report exists, but Isostearic Acid is in the formula and has comedogenic potential on some rating scales.
A published vegan test report is available. No animal-derived ingredients found in the INCI.
Score breakdown
How this product was rated across four areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyExcellent32/35Mineral only UV filter, fragrance free, and no essential oils.
Anhydrous mineral formula with Zinc Oxide as the sole UV filter. No chemical UV filters, no oxybenzone, no octinoxate, no homosalate, no octocrylene. Zinc Oxide is photostable, broadly accepted in pregnancy and paediatric contexts, and carries no known endocrine disruption signal at cosmetic topical concentrations. No fragrance of any kind - no essential oils, no parfum, no benzyl alcohol. This is the cleanest allergen profile of any product in this brand review. Hinokitiol, sourced from Japanese cypress, appears as an anti-acne ingredient - it has antimicrobial properties but concentration is not publicly disclosed and long-term leave-on safety data at cosmetic concentrations is less extensive than conventional actives. Isostearic Acid appears as an emollient: it has a higher comedogenic rating on some scales, which is a formulation note worth flagging for acne-prone skin given the product's target audience.
Formula DesignStrong22/25Water free silicone gel base designed for a lighter, matte finish.
Dimethicone at INCI position 1 establishes this as an anhydrous silicone gel - the correct vehicle choice for an elastomer gel mineral sunscreen. Zinc Oxide at position 3 in an anhydrous system confirms it is a significant component by weight. Silicone elastomer technology (Dimethicone Crosspolymer) provides the smooth, blendable texture that makes mineral sunscreens wearable for daily use. No water means no microbial growth risk and no need for conventional preservatives - Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, and Propanediol provide adequate antimicrobial protection in the anhydrous system. Hydroxyapatite and Boron Nitride contribute to the matte, complexion-evening finish. Tinted with CI 77492 (yellow iron oxide), providing a light tint that reduces the white cast typical of mineral-only sunscreens. The only formulation concern flagged is the inclusion of Isostearic Acid for a product positioned for acne-prone skin.
Claims EvidenceStrong26/30Published SPF test report available. Some claims need more context.
This product has the strongest public evidence base of any product in this brand review. Published test reports cover SPF, non-comedogenic, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested, water resistant, blue light, vegan, and clean beauty. The '100% mineral' claim is directly verified from the INCI: Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter present. The vegan claim is supported both by a published vegan test report and by the INCI, which contains no animal-derived ingredients in this specific product. PA++++ is stated on packaging; the PPD testing supporting it is consistent with what the brand shows on other products. Hinokitiol (from Japan) is used as an anti-acne ingredient - the anti-acne claim is plausible given Hinokitiol's documented antimicrobial properties, but the concentration is not disclosed and no finished product clinical study was found publicly. The 'moisturisation tested' claim in an anhydrous formula is a minor area where consumer expectation and formula design may not fully align.
TransparencyStrong8/10Full ingredient list is publicly available on the brand website.
Full INCI on the brand website. Multiple published test reports across categories. GMP manufacturing certificate publicly linked. Isostearic Acid is not flagged in consumer-facing materials despite its comedogenicity association and the product's acne-prone target market - this is a transparency gap. Batch and expiry traceability is not publicly visible. Brand is not listed on Nykaa, limiting multi-source INCI consistency checking.
Ingredient list
31 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Dimethicone |
Dimethicone Crosspolymer |
Zinc Oxide |
Isododecane |
C13-15 Alkane |
Disteardimonium Hectorite |
Isoamyl Laurate |
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate |
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Isostearic Acid |
Trihydroxystearin |
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
Polyhydroxystearic Acid |
Lecithin |
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate |
Ethyl Linoleate |
Ethyl Linolenate |
Ethyl Oleate |
Hydroxyapatite |
Caprylyl Methicone |
Silica |
Boron Nitride |
Glyceryl Caprylate |
Lauroyl Lysine |
Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract |
Tocopheryl Acetate |
Hinokitiol |
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside |
Propanediol |
Ectoin |
Hyaluronic Acid |
CI 77492 |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Consumer reviews
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
Mineral-only sunscreens suit consumers who want to avoid all chemical UV filters - particularly relevant for those with rosacea, sensitive skin, or pregnancy, where zinc oxide's photostability and safety profile are well established. The elastomer gel vehicle is designed to reduce the white cast and heavy feel typical of mineral sunscreens, making it viable for daily use in India's climate. For dark skin tones (Fitzpatrick V-VI), the light tint may not fully neutralise white cast at higher application quantities. For best SPF performance, apply the recommended 2 mg per cm2 and reapply every two hours.
