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CodeSkin UltraMatte Mineral Gel Sunscreen makes ambitious claims for sun protection, oil control, and skin health, backed by a strong list of hero ingredients and some general clinical testing statements, but its complete lack of INCI transparency creates a significant trust deficit for the informed consumer.
₹1,099 • Analysed 18 July 2026
India sees high UV year-round, so daily broad-spectrum protection (UVA/PA rating included) matters more here than the SPF number alone; reapply through the day in direct sun. The product maintains a consistent price across its official brand website and listed retailers, with minimal variation. No significant discounts or price discrepancies were found across major Indian e-commerce platforms, as the product was not listed on Nykaa, Amazon.in, Flipkart, or quick-commerce at the time of review. 1 marketing claim could draw ASCI scrutiny under India's advertising code; the ingredient list is the more reliable guide.
Independent and free. The Clean Sheet takes no money from brands to review, rank, or approve a product. 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.
SPF/PA claims require ISO 24444/PA testing. The brand states 'clinically tested for effectiveness' generally, and Dermatocare mentions 'In vitro, UVA + UVB+ Pollution, UVA + UVB + Blue + Visible Light (full)', which implies testing, but no specific study details (sample size, method, duration) are publicly visible for this product's SPF/PA rating.
Similar to SPF/PA claim, general statement of clinical testing for effectiveness, but no specific study details are publicly visible.
The brand states it uses Zinc Oxide and Hydroxyapatite for broad protection. Claims of blue light and IR protection are supported by the brand stating 'Ectoin and Pongamia Seed Extract offer strong defense against blue light, visible light, IR, and pollution-induced oxidative stress' and 'clinically tested for effectiveness'. However, specific clinical data for these endpoints are not detailed.
This is a known mechanism of mineral sunscreens (Zinc Oxide).
Claimed actives like Ectoin, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), and Pongamia Seed Extract are known antioxidants. Ingredient-level evidence supports this, but finished product testing for 'pollution defense' is not detailed.
Supported by the presence of claimed antioxidants, but finished product evidence for 'pollution damage' protection is not detailed.
The brand states 'Yes. It is clinically tested for very high water resistance'. This is a finished product claim, but no details of the clinical test (method, duration, results) are provided.
These ingredients are known for such properties, but specific finished product testing for this combination and these endpoints is not detailed.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Brand describes ingredient origin in its claims.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
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INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
Full INCI list not available, which is a non-compliance with India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Instantly blurs visible signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and pore reduction for an even…”
Quantified and absolute claims about 'reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and pore reduction' without published clinical data are an ASCI concern.
SPF/PA claims require ISO 24444/PA testing. The brand states 'clinically tested for effectiveness' generally, and Dermatocare mentions 'In vitro, UVA + UVB+ Pollution, UVA + UVB + Blue + Visible Light (full)', which implies testing, but no specific study details (sample size, method, duration) are publicly visible for this product's SPF/PA rating.
Evidence visible
Similar to SPF/PA claim, general statement of clinical testing for effectiveness, but no specific study details are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
The brand states it uses Zinc Oxide and Hydroxyapatite for broad protection. Claims of blue light and IR protection are supported by the brand stating 'Ectoin and Pongamia Seed Extract offer strong defense against blue light, visible light, IR, and pollution-induced oxidative stress' and 'clinically tested for effectiveness'. However, specific clinical data for these endpoints are not detailed.
Evidence visible
This is a known mechanism of mineral sunscreens (Zinc Oxide).
Mentioned only
Claimed actives like Ectoin, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), and Pongamia Seed Extract are known antioxidants. Ingredient-level evidence supports this, but finished product testing for 'pollution defense' is not detailed.
Mentioned only
Supported by the presence of claimed antioxidants, but finished product evidence for 'pollution damage' protection is not detailed.
Mentioned only
The brand states 'Yes. It is clinically tested for very high water resistance'. This is a finished product claim, but no details of the clinical test (method, duration, results) are provided.
Evidence visible
These ingredients are known for such properties, but specific finished product testing for this combination and these endpoints is not detailed.
Mentioned only
A common claim for sunscreens targeting oily skin. Without INCI, cannot confirm specific mattifying agents, but product type and claims suggest this is a primary formulation goal.
Missing
A common claim for mineral sunscreens using micronized zinc oxide. The brand states 'It uses micronized Zinc Oxide and elastomer gel dispersion, giving a smooth, invisible matte finish without chalkiness.'
Missing
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
The brand states it uses Zinc Oxide and Hydroxyapatite for broad protection. Claims of blue light and IR protection are supported by the brand stating 'Ectoin and Pongamia Seed Extract offer strong defense against blue light, visible light, IR, and pollution-induced oxidative stress' and 'clinically tested for effectiveness'. However, specific clinical data for these endpoints are not detailed.
This is a known mechanism of mineral sunscreens (Zinc Oxide).
Claimed actives like Ectoin, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), and Pongamia Seed Extract are known antioxidants. Ingredient-level evidence supports this, but finished product testing for 'pollution defense' is not detailed.
Supported by the presence of claimed antioxidants, but finished product evidence for 'pollution damage' protection is not detailed.
The brand states 'Yes. It is clinically tested for very high water resistance'. This is a finished product claim, but no details of the clinical test (method, duration, results) are provided.
These ingredients are known for such properties, but specific finished product testing for this combination and these endpoints is not detailed.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
Full INCI list not available, which is a non-compliance with India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified based on claimed ingredients.
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
SPF/PA claims require ISO 24444/PA testing. The brand states 'clinically tested for effectiveness' generally, and Dermatocare mentions 'In vitro, UVA + UVB+ Pollution, UVA + UVB + Blue + Visible Light (full)', which implies testing, but no specific study details (sample size, method, duration) are publicly visible for this product's SPF/PA rating.
Evidence visible
Similar to SPF/PA claim, general statement of clinical testing for effectiveness, but no specific study details are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
The brand states it uses Zinc Oxide and Hydroxyapatite for broad protection. Claims of blue light and IR protection are supported by the brand stating 'Ectoin and Pongamia Seed Extract offer strong defense against blue light, visible light, IR, and pollution-induced oxidative stress' and 'clinically tested for effectiveness'. However, specific clinical data for these endpoints are not detailed.
Evidence visible
This is a known mechanism of mineral sunscreens (Zinc Oxide).
Mentioned only
Claimed actives like Ectoin, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), and Pongamia Seed Extract are known antioxidants. Ingredient-level evidence supports this, but finished product testing for 'pollution defense' is not detailed.
Mentioned only
Supported by the presence of claimed antioxidants, but finished product evidence for 'pollution damage' protection is not detailed.
Mentioned only
The brand states 'Yes. It is clinically tested for very high water resistance'. This is a finished product claim, but no details of the clinical test (method, duration, results) are provided.
Evidence visible
These ingredients are known for such properties, but specific finished product testing for this combination and these endpoints is not detailed.
Mentioned only
A common claim for sunscreens targeting oily skin. Without INCI, cannot confirm specific mattifying agents, but product type and claims suggest this is a primary formulation goal.
Missing
A common claim for mineral sunscreens using micronized zinc oxide. The brand states 'It uses micronized Zinc Oxide and elastomer gel dispersion, giving a smooth, invisible matte finish without chalkiness.'
Missing
“Instantly blurs visible signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and pore reduction for an even…”
Quantified and absolute claims about 'reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and pore reduction' without published clinical data are an ASCI concern.
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
