Acne Solutions BB Cream SPF 40
Sunscreen
10 Dec 2025

Acne Solutions BB Cream SPF 40

Clinique
32Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
66% Natural34% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Titanium DioxideMax 25.0%
Max concentration:25.0%
Product types:(a) face products in loose powder form(b) hair aerosol spray pro­ducts(c) other products
Conditions:a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form(c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 6.7 — Optimal
6.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.7
Active ingredients: Copper Tripeptide-1
Copper Tripeptide-1 at pH 6.7: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeNot compliant
Contains Octinoxate
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

66% natural34% synthetic
21 natural 11 synthetic

Based on 32 ingredients analyzed. 66% natural and 34% synthetic.

UV filters2 filters
TypeHybrid (mineral + chemical)
Preservatives1 preservative
Silicones3 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning8:Methyl Trimethicone, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-3 Dimethicone, Lecithin, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Dipeptide-2
type of chemical entity5:Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Silica
solvent4:Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Alcohol, Propanediol

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled

Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.