The Great Shield Sun-Essence SPF 50 PA++++ (2022)
Sunscreen

The Great Shield Sun-Essence SPF 50 PA++++ (2022)

Avoskin
30Ingredients
0EU Banned
1Caution
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.1/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
67% Natural30% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
WaterEXCELLENTButyloctyl SalicylateGOODDHHB (UV Filter)GOODDibutyl AdipateEXCELLENTPhenethyl BenzoateEXCELLENTUvinul T150 (UV Filter)GOOD

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.

TromethamineMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
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 6.1 — Ineffective
6.1
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.1
Active ingredients: L-Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside
L-Ascorbic Acid at pH 6.1: likely ineffective — above 4
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 6.1: optimal range (5–7)
L-Ascorbic Acid is at pH 6.1, which is too high for optimal efficacy (2.5–3.5).
Detected actives & ideal pH
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

67% natural30% synthetic
20 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 30 ingredients analyzed. 67% natural, 3% unknown and 30% synthetic.

Functions Overview (15)

solvent6:Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, 2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, T-Butyl Alcohol
viscosity controlling6:Nylon-12, C20-22 Alcohols, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydrogenated C6-20 Polyolefin, PVP
emulsion stabilising5:C20-22 Alcohols, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, PVP, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Light lotion that absorbs reasonably fast
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueNoticeable
Finish:Soft matte — natural-looking, shine-controlled

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Noticeable cooling / tingling sensation upon application.