babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

sunscreen • For adults • Skin contact 🧴

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babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion - Ingredients

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Is this safe for adults to use babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion contains 26 ingredients. 3 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Adults generally have higher tolerance.

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Ingredients Analysis (26 found)

shea butter

⚠️5/10

Shea butter is very safe for adult topical use in lotions and cosmetics. It is a common moisturizer and emollient with low irritation risk. Likely included for skin hydration.

Confidence: HIGH

methyl dihydroabietate

⚠️4/10

Cannot understand what methyl dihydroabietate is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available

Confidence: HIGH

polymer

⚠️4/10

Polymer is a generic term and not a specific ingredient. Cannot assess safety without knowing the exact polymer type. It might be a misreading or typo.

Confidence: HIGH

bisabolol

✅2/10

For adults: Bisabolol is generally safe on the skin when used in normal cosmetic products. Most people tolerate it well, but a small number can get an allergic reaction.

Confidence: HIGH

citric acid

✅2/10

For adults, citric acid is usually safe in skin products when used at low levels. It's often added to change acidity and keep products stable. The main risk is stinging or irritation, especially in strong formulas or on damaged skin.

Confidence: HIGH

phenoxyethanol

✅2/10

For adults: This preservative is usually safe in skin products when used as directed. Most adults won’t have problems, but it can irritate sensitive skin.

Confidence: HIGH

alcohol

✅2/10

Alcohol is commonly used in sunscreens as a solvent and to help product dry quickly. It can cause minor skin dryness or irritation in sensitive adults.

Confidence: HIGH

arachidyl alcohol

✅1/10

For adults: Arachidyl alcohol is a common skin-softening ingredient that is generally safe when used on the skin. Health concerns like cancer, allergies, and harm to pregnancy are reported as low. It does not tend to stay in the body.

Confidence: HIGH

arachidyl glucoside

✅1/10

For adults: Arachidyl Glucoside is usually low risk for everyday use on normal skin. A few people have had allergic skin reactions, and safety reviews note it can increase how much other ingredients penetrate the skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

behenyl alcohol

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), behenyl alcohol is generally safe to use on the skin. It is commonly used to make creams thicker and to keep skin soft. Overall risks are low.

Confidence: MEDIUM

capryloyl glycerin

✅1/10

For adults, Capryloyl Glycerin is generally safe when applied to the skin. It works as a moisturizer and is rated low risk in the source listing.

No Known Risk - A widely used cosmetic ingredient safety database rates this ingredient as low concern for cancer, immune/allergy effects, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No higher-level hazards were identified in the available assessments, so typical topical use does not show known health risks.

Confidence: HIGH

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), cetyl alcohol is a common ingredient that helps creams and lotions feel smooth. Most adults can use products with it without problems. Overall risk is low when used in regular skin products.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut

✅1/10

Coconut is commonly used in topical products like shampoos and body washes as an emollient and cleanser. It is very safe for adult use with minimal risk of irritation.

No Known Risk - Coconut is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking coconut to skin irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants, except in rare cases of coconut allergy. Therefore, no risk labels apply based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

diheptyl succinate

✅1/10

For adults, Diheptyl Succinate is considered low risk and generally safe to use on the skin. The safety data provided shows only low-level concerns.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries for this topical ingredient show only low-level concerns across cancer, immune/allergy, developmental/reproductive, and use-restriction categories. No higher-than-low hazards (such as hormone disruption, organ harm, or cancer links) were identified in the reviewed information, so no specific risks were found for typical skin use.

Confidence: HIGH

glycerin

✅1/10

For adults: glycerin is a common, low‑risk ingredient used in creams and lotions to pull moisture into the skin. Most adults, including those with dry skin, tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

microcrystalline cellulose

✅1/10

For adults (women and men), this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin. The main issue reported in scientific studies is allergic reactions for some people.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sodium gluconate

✅1/10

For grown-ups and adults: sodium gluconate is low risk when used on normal skin. It’s commonly found in skin products and is usually safe.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium hyaluronate

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), sodium hyaluronate is generally safe when used on the skin. It’s a gentle moisturizing ingredient used in many lotions and serums and rarely causes problems.

No Known Risk - Major safety reviews and government checks report low concern for this ingredient when used on the skin. Industry safety reviewers note some data gaps and recommend limits on how much may be used in products, and a government environmental review flagged uncertain effects on the environment. Some product-verification programs also require extra proof before allowing it. Taken together, there are no clear health risks above a low level in the available assessments.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium stearoyl glutamate

✅1/10

For adults: this ingredient is generally safe and has a very low risk of harm. It’s commonly used to make creams and lotions feel smooth.

No Known Risk - An expert safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) says this ingredient is safe for use in cosmetics when used within set limits. The available information only shows low or unclear concerns (for example mild irritation in some tests) and no higher-level hazards were identified. Based on current evidence, there are no known real risks for children when this ingredient is used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc oxide

✅1/10

Very safe for adults when used on intact skin. Commonly used as a sunscreen ingredient and skin barrier agent.

Confidence: HIGH

cocoa seed

✅1/10

Cocoa seed extract is generally safe for topical use in adults. It is often used for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties in cosmetics including sunscreens.

Confidence: HIGH

polyhydroxystearic acid

✅1/10

Polyhydroxystearic acid is a common emulsifier and stabilizer in topical products like sunscreens. It is very safe for adult skin with no significant concerns.

Confidence: HIGH

butyrospermum parkii (shea butter)

✅0/10

Shea butter is widely used in lotions and cosmetics with very low risk for adults. It is used as a moisturizer and skin softener.

No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.

Confidence: HIGH

cellulose

✅0/10

For adults and teens: Cellulose is a common, low-risk ingredient used to thicken and stabilize creams and lotions. It is not known to cause cancer, strong allergic reactions, or harm to reproduction based on available data.

No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews show no clear health hazards for topical cellulose. A federal health agency classifies it as "not expected to be toxic" and a low human-health priority, and an industry safety panel notes only data gaps and use limits for verified products. Tests do not show cancer, allergy, reproductive, or organ harm at normal topical use, so no specific risks were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

tocopherol

✅0/10

Tocopherol is vitamin E used on skin. For adults it is generally safe and often helps moisturize and protect oils. Problems are uncommon.

Confidence: HIGH

water

✅0/10

For adults, plain water used on the skin is very safe. It's the main ingredient in many creams and lotions. It is not expected to cause cancer, major allergic problems, or harm to reproduction according to government safety reviews.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews (Environment Canada) find plain water is not expected to be toxic, not bioaccumulative, and not an environmental toxin. Safety summaries list no concerns above a low level for organ harm, reproductive effects, or other long‑term risks for topical use, so no specific health risks are identified for use on skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

Adult-safe? babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

Use caution with babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion for adults. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 26 ingredients in babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion. 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can adults using sunscreen?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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