2% Niacinamide Glow Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++
Sunscreen

2% Niacinamide Glow Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++

Pilgrim
39Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
74% Natural21% 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.

PhenoxyethanolMax 1.0%
Max concentration:1.0%
Alpha-ArbutinMax 5.0%
Max concentration:5.0%
Product types:(a) Face cream(b) Body lotion
Conditions:Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level.From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
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 6.4 — Ineffective
6.4
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.4
Active ingredients: Niacinamide, Alpha-Arbutin, L-Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside
Niacinamide at pH 6.4: optimal range (5–7)
Alpha-Arbutin at pH 6.4: optimal range (4–6.5)
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 6.4: likely ineffective — above 4
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 6.4: optimal range (5–7)
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.4, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Alpha-ArbutinpH 4–6.5
L-Ascorbic AcidpH 2.5–3.5
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

74% natural21% synthetic
29 natural 2 unknown 8 synthetic

Based on 39 ingredients analyzed. 74% natural, 5% unknown and 21% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning13:Ethylhexyl-Glycerin, Undecane, Niacinamide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Phoenix Dactylifera Extract... +5 more
humectant6:Glycereth-26, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol, Glycerin, Sodium PCA
solvent4:Water, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Alcohol, Palm Oil

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Light lotion that absorbs reasonably fast
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.