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While the formula delivers on its matte, mineral promise, the brand's 'Silicone-free' claim is a direct contradiction of its ingredients, creating a significant trust deficit and consumer confusion.
₹650 • Analysed 11 October 2026
This sunscreen's matte, silicone-based, anhydrous formula is well-suited for India's hot and humid climate, particularly for oily and combination skin types. Priced at Rs.799 for 50g, it positions itself as a premium mineral sunscreen. However, the brand faces ASCI scrutiny for several quantified claims (SPF, PA, water resistance, blue light protection) and absolute claims ('prevents sun damage') without publicly visible finished product studies. The 'Silicone-free' claim is a direct contradiction with the INCI, posing a significant transparency issue under Indian consumer protection standards.
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SPF/PA claims require specific in-vivo testing (ISO 24444 for SPF, ISO 24443 for PA/UVA-PF). No such finished product test report is publicly visible. Zinc Oxide is a known UV filter.
Zinc Oxide, a mineral UV filter, is the 4th ingredient in the retrieved INCI list.
The formula is silicone-heavy (Isododecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer) and anhydrous, which typically provides a matte, non-greasy feel.
While micronized Zinc Oxide can reduce white cast, this is a subjective claim without visible finished product testing or consumer panel data.
Broad spectrum implies protection against both UVA and UVB. While Zinc Oxide offers broad-spectrum protection, the claim requires specific UVA-PF testing to be fully substantiated. No such report is publicly visible.
This claim requires specific testing on the finished product. No such report is publicly visible.
Brand states 'Dermatologist tested' but no details of the test (method, population, results) are publicly visible.
Water resistance claims require specific in-vivo testing (e.g., ISO 16217 or FDA monograph). No such finished product test report is publicly visible.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (7 of 10 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
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.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Isododecane |
C13-15 Alkane |
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer |
Zinc Oxide |
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate |
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate |
Isostearic Acid |
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate |
Tocopheryl Acetate |
Phenoxyethanol |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“SPF 50 PA++++ protection”
Quantified SPF/PA claims require published, verifiable studies.
“Broad spectrum protection”
Broad spectrum claims, especially when paired with PA++++, imply a specific level of UVA protection that requires verifiable testing.
“Water resistant”
Water resistance claims require verifiable testing to substantiate the duration of resistance.
“Silicone-free”
This claim is directly contradicted by the product's own ingredient list, making it misleading.
“Protects against UVA, UVB, and blue light”
Quantified or specific protection claims require verifiable studies.
“Prevents sun damage and premature aging”
Absolute claims of prevention require strong clinical evidence.
SPF/PA claims require specific in-vivo testing (ISO 24444 for SPF, ISO 24443 for PA/UVA-PF). No such finished product test report is publicly visible. Zinc Oxide is a known UV filter.
Missing
Zinc Oxide, a mineral UV filter, is the 4th ingredient in the retrieved INCI list.
Mentioned only
The formula is silicone-heavy (Isododecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer) and anhydrous, which typically provides a matte, non-greasy feel.
Mentioned only
While micronized Zinc Oxide can reduce white cast, this is a subjective claim without visible finished product testing or consumer panel data.
Missing
Broad spectrum implies protection against both UVA and UVB. While Zinc Oxide offers broad-spectrum protection, the claim requires specific UVA-PF testing to be fully substantiated. No such report is publicly visible.
Missing
This claim requires specific testing on the finished product. No such report is publicly visible.
Missing
Brand states 'Dermatologist tested' but no details of the test (method, population, results) are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
Water resistance claims require specific in-vivo testing (e.g., ISO 16217 or FDA monograph). No such finished product test report is publicly visible.
Missing
The formula is free from common irritants (fragrance, alcohol) and uses a mineral filter, making it generally suitable. The matte finish is particularly good for oily/combination skin.
Mentioned only
This is a branding/emotional claim with no measurable endpoint.
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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