Does Vanicream sunscreen have PFAS?
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
We graded 8 Vanicream sunscreen products, averaging Good (71/100). 7 of them grade Good or better. Against the other 29 sunscreen brands we grade, where the middle brand sits at 62/100, Vanicream is better than typical, scoring above 72% of them.
Vanicream sunscreen worth buying Good or better, safest first
Vanicream
Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
water-based moisturizer with zinc oxide UV filter
1,4-dioxane contamination in emulsifiers
Water-based emulsified moisturizers can contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct of…
Contact sensitization to zinc or preservatives
Zinc can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in individuals with zinc hypersensitivity…
Low concern; typical emulsified moisturizer with mineral sunscreen, no PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Sunscreen, Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
Mineral sunscreen actives (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide); emollient base
Inhalation risk from powder or spray application
If this product is sold in powder or spray form (not confirmed for this specific…
Low concern; mineral formulas rarely contain PFAS, but no brand commitment evident.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Facial Moisturizer SPF 30
water-based emulsion with mineral UV filters (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide typical for SPF 30)
Titanium dioxide or zinc oxide nanoparticle concerns
Modern mineral sunscreens often use micronized (not nano-scale) titanium dioxide and zinc…
Low concern; sunscreen moisturizers rarely need PFAS water-repellent coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Facial Moisturizer
emulsion-based cream (water, glycerin, mineral oil, waxes)
Inorganic UV filter (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) particle size and lung inhalation ris
If the formulation uses nano-scale particles (which many mineral sunscreens now employ…
Mineral oil and petroleum distillate safety (skin barrier and bioaccumulation)
Mineral oil is a non-volatile, occlusive emollient with no established systemic toxicity…
Contact allergens from wax components
Beeswax, cetyl alcohol, or synthetic wax esters in the emulsion can provoke contact…
Low concern; basic emulsion has no waterproofing or specialized coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ 3 Ounce (Pack of 2)
mineral-based sunscreen (oxide actives), standard emulsion base
1,4-dioxane contamination from surfactants
Mineral sunscreen emulsions may use PEG-derived or polysorbate emulsifiers that can carry…
Low concern; typical mineral sunscreen with no fluorinated actives or coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Daily Mineral Sunscreen - SPF 30
mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide)
Heavy metals
Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are themselves minerals and generally safe at cosmetic…
Preservative-related irritation
Vanicream formulations typically use mild preservatives (phenoxyethanol or sodium…
Low concern; mineral sunscreens rarely contain PFAS, Vanicream discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Vanicream
Vacation Classic Face Lotion SPF 45
Aqueous lotion base with mineral UV filters (SPF 45)
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Lotion bases require preservatives to prevent bacterial growth; Vanicream typically uses…
Nanoparticle inhalation from mineral UV filters
Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide in powdered or spray form can pose inhalation risk if…
Silicone or synthetic polymer residue buildup on skin
Mineral sunscreen lotions often contain cyclopentasiloxane or other silicones to improve…
Low concern; basic mineral sunscreen with no waterproofing or fluorinated additives.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Vanicream
NFT Digital Image 7690 - Vanicream SPF 50+ Sensitive Skin Broad Spectrum Water Resistant 3oz
mineral sunscreen actives (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide) in emollient base; water-resistant polymer film
PFAS
Water-resistant sunscreens typically require fluorinated polymer film to lock formula…
Lower-risk cosmetic, but water-resistance claims warrant PFAS coating caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Better sunscreen from other brands
Graded higher than the Vanicream average of 71.
Goddess Garden
Natural Sunscreen SPF 30 6 oz
mineral-based UV filters, plant-derived waxes
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Limited concern
Skin irritation or photosensitivity from plant oils
Limited concern
Lower-concern mineral sunscreen backed by credible PFAS-exclusion certification.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Raw Elements
Eco Formula SPF 30 Sunscreen
mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide)
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Photocatalytic activity of titanium dioxide in sunlight
Limited concern
Skin irritation or sensitivity to mineral film
Limited concern
Low risk. Mineral sunscreen backed by third-party verification, no fluorochemical history.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Raw Elements
Face & Body Sunscreen Tin SPF 30
mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide), tin packaging
Epoxy resin coating in tin lining
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Nano particle inhalation from loose powder form
Limited concern
Low risk. Mineral formula plus explicit PFAS-free stance and certs lower concern.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
See every Vanicream product we grade on the Vanicream brand page, or the full sunscreen ranking.