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Join for free →While Ethicare Remedies Z Block promises a desirable mineral-only, non-whitening sunscreen experience, the conflicting ingredient information online severely undermines its transparency and claim integrity.
₹809 • Analysed 11 October 2026
This Z Block sunscreen gel is positioned as a mineral-only, broad-spectrum SPF 50+ PA+++ option, making it highly suitable for India's high UV index and tropical climate. The claims of 'no white cast' and 'non-greasy' are particularly appealing to Indian consumers who often struggle with heavy sunscreens in humid conditions. The price point of ₹800-850 for 50gm places it in the premium segment. However, the 'Dermatologist Recommended' claim on Flipkart lacks visible substantiation and could attract ASCI scrutiny. The significant discrepancy in INCI lists across platforms, especially one listing chemical filters while the brand claims '100% chemical-free', is a major concern for consumer trust and regulatory compliance.
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SPF 50+ PA+++ rating implies finished product testing for UV protection. Zinc Oxide is a recognized broad-spectrum UV filter by USFDA.
Zinc Oxide is a mineral UV filter. While often described as a physical barrier, its primary mechanism is UV absorption.
Sensory claim, no specific test data publicly visible. Common for gel formulations.
Sensory claim, no specific test data publicly visible. Brand mentions 'breakthrough patented Index Match Technology' and 'Zinclear IM' to ensure non-opaque, non-whitening experience.
Zinc Oxide is generally known to be gentle. No specific mildness testing for the finished product is publicly visible.
Based on the retrieved INCI (SkinSAFE/Reddit), parabens and petrolatum are not listed.
The SkinSAFE/Reddit INCI lists only Zinc Oxide as a UV filter, supporting '100% free of chemical actives'. However, a PharmEasy listing shows chemical filters (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazine), which is a significant contradiction.
Claimed, but no specific testing data publicly visible.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Screened against the ingredient database (5 of 7 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
Cyclopentasiloxane: D5 bioaccumulates in aquatic environment
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.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
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 |
|---|
Zinc Oxide |
CAPRYLYL METHICONE |
Cyclopentasiloxane |
Dimethicone Crosspolymer |
PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer |
Vitamin E Acetate |
Perfume |
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.
“Dermatologist Recommended”
The claim 'Dermatologist Recommended' requires verifiable evidence of endorsement or testing by a significant body of dermatologists, which is not publicly visible.
SPF 50+ PA+++ rating implies finished product testing for UV protection. Zinc Oxide is a recognized broad-spectrum UV filter by USFDA.
Evidence visible
Zinc Oxide is a mineral UV filter. While often described as a physical barrier, its primary mechanism is UV absorption.
Mentioned only
Sensory claim, no specific test data publicly visible. Common for gel formulations.
Missing
Sensory claim, no specific test data publicly visible. Brand mentions 'breakthrough patented Index Match Technology' and 'Zinclear IM' to ensure non-opaque, non-whitening experience.
Missing
Zinc Oxide is generally known to be gentle. No specific mildness testing for the finished product is publicly visible.
Missing
Based on the retrieved INCI (SkinSAFE/Reddit), parabens and petrolatum are not listed.
Missing
The SkinSAFE/Reddit INCI lists only Zinc Oxide as a UV filter, supporting '100% free of chemical actives'. However, a PharmEasy listing shows chemical filters (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazine), which is a significant contradiction.
Missing
Claimed, but no specific testing data publicly visible.
Missing
The retrieved INCI (SkinSAFE/Reddit) does not list traditional preservatives. This is a high-risk claim for a water-based product's stability and safety.
Missing
Claimed, but no specific water resistance testing report publicly visible.
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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