Papaya-S Sun Cream SPF 50/PA++++
Sunscreen

Papaya-S Sun Cream SPF 50/PA++++

Benton
44Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
77% Natural20% 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.

Geranium Maculatum Oil
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Titanium Dioxide
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 — Optimal
6.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 6.7
Active ingredients: Niacinamide
Niacinamide at pH 6.7: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Beeswax
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Reef-SafeLikely
No reef-harmful ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

77% natural21% synthetic
34 natural 1 unknown 9 synthetic

Based on 44 ingredients analyzed. 77% natural, 2% unknown and 21% synthetic.

UV filters2 filters
TypeMineral
Silicones4 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning15:Dicaprylyl Carbonate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Beeswax, Carica Papaya Seed Oil(5000Ppm), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Beta-Glucan... +7 more
humectant8:Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Carica Papaya Seed Oil(5000Ppm), Carica Papaya, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose
viscosity controlling6:Magnesium Sulfate, Beeswax, Aluminum Hydroxide, Propanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Light silky liquid that dries down to a smooth, non-greasy finish
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionNormal
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
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. Powder-like dry finish typical of "soft focus" pore-blurring primers.