Suntouchable SPF 30 Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Suntouchable SPF 30 Sunscreen

e.l.f. Cosmetics
39Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.7/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.7/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
46% Natural54% 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.

Polyacrylate-13
Product types:(a) Body leave-on products(b) Other products
Conditions:(a) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.1mg/kg(b) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.5mg/kg
Potassium SorbateMax 0.6% (acid)
Max concentration:0.6% (acid)
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 6.6 — Ineffective
6.6
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.6
Active ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid
Niacinamide at pH 6.6: optimal range (5–7)
Glycolic Acid at pH 6.6: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

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 Homosalate
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

46% natural54% synthetic
18 natural 21 synthetic

Based on 39 ingredients analyzed. 46% natural and 54% synthetic.

UV filters3 filters
TypeChemical
Preservatives3 preservatives
Silicones1 silicone

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity8:Silica, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid
skin conditioning6:Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Stearyl Caprylate, Stearyl Heptanoate, Caprylyl Glycol
skin conditioning - emollient3:Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Palmitic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol

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.