Newhite UV50
Sunscreen
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Newhite UV50

Guinot
49Ingredients
0EU Banned
8Caution
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.4/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Mod. Allergens4 fragrance allergens
55% Natural35% 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.

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
BHT
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Citronellol
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
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 — Ineffective
6.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.7
Active ingredients: Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycolic Acid
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 6.7: optimal range (5–7)
Glycolic Acid at pH 6.7: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6.7, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 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

55% natural35% synthetic
27 natural 5 unknown 17 synthetic

Based on 49 ingredients analyzed. 55% natural, 10% unknown and 35% synthetic.

UV filters2 filters
TypeHybrid (mineral + chemical)
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity11:Isopropyl Myristate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Triethanolamine, Sucrose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Geraniol, Ascorbyl Palmitate... +3 more
skin conditioning7:Dibutyl Adipate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Betaine, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
solvent5:Water/​Eau, Dibutyl Adipate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Propanediol, Pentylene 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:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

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