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ApprovedA 100% mineral (Zinc Oxide only) anhydrous elastomer gel sunscreen designed for oily and acne-prone skin. The water-free formulation eliminates microbial preservation challenges and UV filter photodegradation concerns. The full ingredient list and multiple published test reports (SPF, non-comedogenic, dermatologist, ophthalmologist, water resistant, blue light, vegan) are publicly available on the brand website. Of all CodeSkin products reviewed, this has the cleanest allergen profile: no fragrance of any kind, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol. One formulation note for acne-prone users is that Isostearic Acid appears in the ingredient list and carries higher comedogenic ratings on standard scales, which is worth knowing given the product's target audience.
₹1,100 • Analysed 10 June 2026
Mineral-only sunscreens suit consumers who want to avoid all chemical UV filters, particularly those with rosacea, sensitive skin, or pregnancy, where zinc oxide's photostability and safety profile are well established. The elastomer gel vehicle reduces the white cast and heavy feel typical of mineral sunscreens, making it viable for daily use in India's humid climate. For deeper 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.
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Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter in the ingredient list; no chemical UV filters are present. This is directly verifiable from the public INCI.
Individual test report images for these claims are published in the brand's Proof of the Code section.
The mineral-only filter and no-fragrance profile support this claim directionally, but Isostearic Acid in the formula carries higher comedogenic ratings and no finished-product acne-prone tolerability study is publicly available.
A published vegan test report is available and the ingredient list contains no animal-derived ingredients. This product's vegan claim is confirmed from public evidence.
A published water resistance test report is available on the brand website.
How we read this product across 5 areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Mineral only UV filter with a fragrance free formula.
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 with documented 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 and aids Zinc Oxide suspension. It carries higher comedogenic ratings on standard scales, which is a formulation note worth flagging for the acne-prone target audience of this product.
Dimethicone listed first establishes this as an anhydrous silicone gel, the correct vehicle choice for an elastomer gel mineral sunscreen. Zinc Oxide appears third in an anhydrous system, confirming it is a significant component by weight, consistent with its sole UV filter role. 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 water-phase preservatives. Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, and Propanediol provide adequate antimicrobial coverage in the anhydrous system. Hydroxyapatite and Boron Nitride contribute to the matte, complexion-evening finish. A light tint from CI 77492 (yellow iron oxide) reduces the white cast typical of mineral-only sunscreens. The only formulation concern flagged is the inclusion of Isostearic Acid for a product positioned at acne-prone skin.
Published SPF test report available. Some claims need more context.
This product has the strongest public evidence base 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 ingredient list: Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter present. The vegan claim is supported by a published vegan test report and the ingredient list, which contains no animal-derived ingredients in this specific product. PA++++ is stated on packaging, and PPD testing supporting it is consistent with what the brand shows on other products. Hinokitiol is used as an anti-acne ingredient and its antimicrobial properties are documented in published literature, but no finished product clinical study for the acne claim was found publicly and the concentration is not disclosed. Moisturisation tested is stated for an anhydrous formula, which is a claim where consumer expectation and formula design may not fully align.
“100% Mineral UV Filter (Zinc Oxide only)” Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter in the ingredient list; no chemical UV filters are present. This is directly verifiable from the public INCI.
“Non-comedogenic, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested” Individual test report images for these claims are published in the brand's Proof of the Code section.
“Suitable for acne-prone skin” The mineral-only filter and no-fragrance profile support this claim directionally, but Isostearic Acid in the formula carries higher comedogenic ratings and no finished-product acne-prone tolerability study is publicly available.
Full ingredient list is publicly accessible on the brand website. Test reports are published for SPF, non-comedogenic, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested, water resistance, blue light protection, and vegan status. The GMP manufacturing certificate is publicly linked. This earns Grade B: multiple test results are visible but full study documentation including method details, subject counts, batch identifiers, and result dates is not fully accessible for all reported tests. Isostearic Acid is not flagged in consumer-facing materials despite its comedogenicity association and the product's acne-prone market positioning, which is a transparency gap. Batch and expiry traceability is not publicly visible.
Clear application instructions are provided. The brand specifies the product is designed for oily and acne-prone skin types, and the mineral-only UV filter story is communicated clearly for consumers who want to avoid chemical filters. Reapplication guidance is present on the product page. One gap: the brand does not flag Isostearic Acid as a potential comedogenicity concern in consumer-facing materials despite targeting acne-prone skin, and no specific guidance is offered for very deep skin tones where the light tint may not fully neutralise white cast at recommended application amounts.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Dimethicone |
Dimethicone Crosspolymer |
Zinc Oxide |
Isododecane |
C13-15 Alkane |
Disteardimonium Hectorite |
Isoamyl Laurate |
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate |
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).
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious public red flag found
No obvious carcinogenicity flag found
No obvious public red flag found
Not triggered
Not triggered
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter in the ingredient list; no chemical UV filters are present. This is directly verifiable from the public INCI.
Evidence visible
Individual test report images for these claims are published in the brand's Proof of the Code section.
Evidence visible
The mineral-only filter and no-fragrance profile support this claim directionally, but Isostearic Acid in the formula carries higher comedogenic ratings and no finished-product acne-prone tolerability study is publicly available.
Mentioned only
A published vegan test report is available and the ingredient list contains no animal-derived ingredients. This product's vegan claim is confirmed from public evidence.
Evidence visible
A published water resistance test report is available on the brand website.
Evidence visible
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This assessment is based only on publicly available INCI, claims, and test evidence. It is not a full Clean Sheet certification. Full certification requires confidential formula review, exact concentrations, supplier documentation, manufacturing records, packaging compatibility, preservative efficacy, stability, and complete claim validation.
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How we read this product across 5 areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Mineral only UV filter with a fragrance free formula.
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 with documented 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 and aids Zinc Oxide suspension. It carries higher comedogenic ratings on standard scales, which is a formulation note worth flagging for the acne-prone target audience of this product.
Dimethicone listed first establishes this as an anhydrous silicone gel, the correct vehicle choice for an elastomer gel mineral sunscreen. Zinc Oxide appears third in an anhydrous system, confirming it is a significant component by weight, consistent with its sole UV filter role. 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 water-phase preservatives. Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, and Propanediol provide adequate antimicrobial coverage in the anhydrous system. Hydroxyapatite and Boron Nitride contribute to the matte, complexion-evening finish. A light tint from CI 77492 (yellow iron oxide) reduces the white cast typical of mineral-only sunscreens. The only formulation concern flagged is the inclusion of Isostearic Acid for a product positioned at acne-prone skin.
Published SPF test report available. Some claims need more context.
This product has the strongest public evidence base 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 ingredient list: Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter present. The vegan claim is supported by a published vegan test report and the ingredient list, which contains no animal-derived ingredients in this specific product. PA++++ is stated on packaging, and PPD testing supporting it is consistent with what the brand shows on other products. Hinokitiol is used as an anti-acne ingredient and its antimicrobial properties are documented in published literature, but no finished product clinical study for the acne claim was found publicly and the concentration is not disclosed. Moisturisation tested is stated for an anhydrous formula, which is a claim where consumer expectation and formula design may not fully align.
“100% Mineral UV Filter (Zinc Oxide only)” Zinc Oxide is the only UV filter in the ingredient list; no chemical UV filters are present. This is directly verifiable from the public INCI.
“Non-comedogenic, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested” Individual test report images for these claims are published in the brand's Proof of the Code section.
“Suitable for acne-prone skin” The mineral-only filter and no-fragrance profile support this claim directionally, but Isostearic Acid in the formula carries higher comedogenic ratings and no finished-product acne-prone tolerability study is publicly available.
Full ingredient list is publicly accessible on the brand website. Test reports are published for SPF, non-comedogenic, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested, water resistance, blue light protection, and vegan status. The GMP manufacturing certificate is publicly linked. This earns Grade B: multiple test results are visible but full study documentation including method details, subject counts, batch identifiers, and result dates is not fully accessible for all reported tests. Isostearic Acid is not flagged in consumer-facing materials despite its comedogenicity association and the product's acne-prone market positioning, which is a transparency gap. Batch and expiry traceability is not publicly visible.
Clear application instructions are provided. The brand specifies the product is designed for oily and acne-prone skin types, and the mineral-only UV filter story is communicated clearly for consumers who want to avoid chemical filters. Reapplication guidance is present on the product page. One gap: the brand does not flag Isostearic Acid as a potential comedogenicity concern in consumer-facing materials despite targeting acne-prone skin, and no specific guidance is offered for very deep skin tones where the light tint may not fully neutralise white cast at recommended application amounts.
