Vansame Solar
Sunscreen

Vansame Solar

Valuge
37Ingredients
0EU Banned
6Caution
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.2/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
46% Natural43% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Aqua/​WaterEXCELLENTTinosorb M (UV Filter)GOODDecyl Glucoside (Gentle Surfactant)GOODPropylene Glycol (Humectant)GOODXanthan Gum (Thickener)EXCELLENTAlkyl Benzoate (Emollient)EXCELLENT

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%
ChlorphenesinMax 0.3%
Max concentration:0.3%
Farnesol
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)g when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products- 0.01% in rinse-off products
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 6.0 — Ineffective
6.0
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.0
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 6: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
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 Octocrylene
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

46% natural43% synthetic
17 natural 4 unknown 16 synthetic

Based on 37 ingredients analyzed. 46% natural, 11% unknown and 43% synthetic.

UV filters1 filter
TypeChemical
Preservatives1 preservative
FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones2 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning8:C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyester-7, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Isohexadecane, Xylitylglucoside, Sarcosine, Potassium Aspartate, Magnesium Aspartate
preservative5:Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Chloroxylenol, Dibromohexamidine Isethionate, Methylisothiazolinone
solvent4:Aqua/​Water, Water, Ethanol, Isohexadecane

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Matte velvet — smooth, shine-free, "soft focus"

Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.